Mobile Engineer - Austin, Texas

Cushman & Wakefield; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in Austin, TX is seeking a Mobile Engineer to maintain and repair facility systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation to support daily operations of client buildings.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or GED with 4+ years of technical building engineering experience, relevant licenses, and strong communication skills. Travel for emergencies may be required and safety standards must be followed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; apprenticeship/trade school preferred.
• Minimum of four (4) years of technical building engineering experience including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and system maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair work orders on HVAC, electrical, lighting, and building systems.
• Maintain, operate, and repair HVAC systems, electrical distribution, plumbing, and grounds for client buildings.
• Inspect facilities, report on conditions impacting occupancy and operations.
• Maintain stock and inventory; support monthly reporting on building operations.
• Ensure compliance with codes and safety regulations; participate in emergencies as needed.

Skills

Communication proficiency

Organization skills

Technical proficiency

Problem solving / analysis

Sense of urgency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Title

Mobile Engineer – Austin, Texas

Job Description Summary

Mobile Engineer.

Job Description

• Ensure ongoing preventive maintenance and repair work orders on facility mechanical, electrical, lighting, and other installed systems, equipment, and components.
• Maintain, operate, and repair all HVAC systems and associated equipment, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, building interior/exterior repair, and related grounds as it pertains to assigned client buildings.
• Operation, maintenance, and repair of all boilers, heaters, pumps, valves, and lines used in the distribution of steam and heated or processed water.
• Perform assigned facility inspections and due diligence efforts, reporting on as-found conditions impacting satisfactory client occupancy and operations.
• Maintain stock and inventory control.
• Recommend improvements to the preventive maintenance program on an ongoing basis.
• Ensure the management team is informed of current building operations by compiling and submitting monthly reports.
• Study and become familiar with the various items of equipment for assigned client locations, and the methods required to use them properly to ensure required ongoing daily client activities (including building automation systems, fire/life safety systems, and other building‑related equipment).
• Recognize danger and safety hazards and propose methods to eliminate them or use the correct PPE in performing the task needed.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies, and company directives related to building operations and practicing safe work habits.
• Respond effectively to all emergencies. May require light travel during emergency events.
• Must maintain all Federal, State, or Local licenses required for locations assigned.
• Complete all required C&W Safety Training as scheduled annually.
• Comply with C&W Uniform Dress Code while working and maintain a neat and clean appearance during all working hours.

Key Competencies

• Communication proficiency (oral and written)
• Organization skills
• Technical proficiency
• Problem solving / analysis
• Sense of urgency

Required Qualifications

Education

A High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required. Graduation from an apprenticeship program or trade school is preferred.

Years of Relevant Experience

Minimum of four (4) years of technical experience in building engineering, including HVAC equipment, plumbing, electrical, equipment repair and maintenance, and system design and application.

Licenses or Certifications

• Valid state driver’s license.
• Appropriate trade license/permit for the location, as required.
• Valid “Universal” level certification for CFC and HFC-based refrigerants (EPA Section 608).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience in operation, maintenance, and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, gas lines, water systems, and related equipment.
• Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques, and operations.
• Thorough knowledge of all building systems operations, maintenance, and repair.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with tenants, clients, and vendors.
• Basic computing skills in Outlook, Excel & Word; proficiency with smartphones and tablets, uploading PDFs and documents; working knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems.

Physical Work Requirements

Environment: Professional office or commercial building environment. Work may involve standard office equipment and occasional travel between properties.

• Ability to perform work while wearing personal protective equipment if required.
• May require regular travel between properties in varying weather conditions.
• Considerable physical activity: stooping, standing, climbing, lifting a minimum of 50 lbs., crouching, reaching, bending.
• Must maintain the ability to speak clearly and read/write information presented orally and in writing.

Scheduling

Typical business hours based on location. Positions may require shift work, on‑call duties, overtime, extended periods without relief during emergencies, and after‑hours/weekend work.

Conditions of Employment

All offers of employment are contingent upon: legal documentation establishing identity and eligibility to be employed in the U.S.; drug testing; criminal background check; clean DMV record; education verification; reference checks.

Cushman & Wakefield provides eligible employees with benefit programs including health, vision, dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time off. Compensation is $36.78 - $43.27 per hour; the company will not pay less than minimum wage.

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the ADAAA, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [e-mail].