Maintenance Engineer

American Assets Trust, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

American Assets Trust, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to maintain the physical condition of our properties and ensure a safe environment.

Under supervision of the Chief Engineer, you will manage repairs, inspections, and coordination with tenants and vendors, prioritizing daily tasks and site safety compliance. The role involves responding to work orders, assisting with HVAC and electrical tasks, and performing routine repairs across interior and exterior areas.

Qualifications

• HVAC system maintenance knowledge and routine tasks.
• Electrical and plumbing basics for facility systems.
• Fire/life/safety systems understanding.

Responsibilities

• Respond to tenant and property maintenance requests promptly.
• Assist with preventative maintenance of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.
• Perform interior/exterior repairs and routine inspections.
• Coordinate with management, tenants, and vendors to prioritize work.
• Supervise vendor work and maintain professional conduct.
• Maintain clean and safe mechanical/utility areas.
• Support property management with routine tasks and on-call duties.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Fire life safety

Customer service

Prioritize work orders

Independent work

Computer skills

Education

LBME certification

Tools

Work order software

Job description

No recruiters, direct applicants only

Title

Maintenance Engineer.

Hourly

$35.00 - $44.00.

Job Purpose

Under the supervision of the Chief Engineer, the Maintenance Engineer is responsible for maintaining the physical condition and appearance of the site, related fixed and portable equipment and installation, and establishing a safe environment for the facility. Supports the implementation and documentation of site safety plans and all operational standards and guidelines as well as site specific standards, policies and procedures relating to the engineering department.

Job Responsibilities

Some responsibilities may vary from day to day. It is important to understand the importance of prioritizing daily tasks and keeping open communication with on-site Management, Tenant Services and Engineering team.

• Responding to all tenant and property maintenance work orders/calls within one hour or as best directed by Management depending on priority.
• Assist with preventative maintenance and/or repairs of HVAC systems for office buildings – as needed.
• Exterior/interior lighting/electrical repairs and re-lamping.
• Monthly property inspections, resultant repairs, and follow up on all punch list items.
• Miscellaneous paint touch-up, interior/exterior throughout the properties.
• Miscellaneous property repairs – interior/exterior throughout.
• Miscellaneous landscape/irrigation/bios wale repairs.
• Turn-over/preparation of new/existing vacant suites.
• Supervision of vendor work on site.
• Supervision of Tenant/Vendor relations, including courteous and professional behavior, timely response, attention to detail and follow up.
• Assistance with maintaining trash free common areas.
• Property management support as requested.
• Occasional on-call duty.

Skills/Qualifications

• Ability to assist with minor repairs to heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems HVAC: Minimum experience (ex) strainers, filter replacement and condensate clearing.
• Basic electrical Knowledge 277/120 lighting/ballast replacement, receptacle replacement, troubleshooting electrical issues.
• Basic plumbing knowledge automatic flush valves, automatic Faucets, wax ring replacement and troubleshooting other various plumbing issues.
• Basic knowledge of fire/life/safety systems.
• Responsible, work independently as well as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and proactive in maintaining a clean and professional working area including all mechanical and utility rooms.
• Excellent customer service, ability to get along with a large variety of people.
• Ability to prioritize work order urgency levels.
• Must have a reliable vehicle.
• Intermediate knowledge and use of computer software.

Physical Requirements

• Constantly standing and/or walking.
• Frequent bending/squatting/kneeling.
• Frequent climbing of stairs and/or ladders.
• Frequent pushing and/or pulling.
• Frequent reaching above shoulders.
• Frequent grasping with left and/or right hand.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• 2 years related experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of building systems including HVAC, Fire protection systems, plumbing systems, elevators, lighting, etc.
• Knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of hand tools and power tools.
• Computer skills at a level to interact with building work order system and correspondence with management office, vendors, and tenants.
• Ability to obtain LBME.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonable related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.