Operations Engineer

Hines; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Hines in Houston is seeking a Building Engineer to maintain mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, ensuring reliable operations across an assigned property. You will perform preventive maintenance and respond to system issues with minimal supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma, HVAC experience, and the ability to read manuals, use testing equipment, and work flexible shifts. We value safety, clear communication, and the ability to train others as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years HVAC or related experience.
• Ability to interact with employees, visitors, and contractors.
• Completion of Hines Engineering Training program.
• Proficient reading instructions and using testing equipment.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs or more and climb stairs/ladders.
• Willingness to work shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
• EPA CFC Universal Certification Technician or Boiler Operator permits when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC equipment.
• Troubleshoot operations failures and re-establish building services with minimal supervision.
• Supervise maintenance work as needed.

Skills

HVAC experience

Communication

Safety awareness

Math skills

Reading instructions

Problem solving

Team interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Engineering Training program completion

Tools

Testing equipment

Power tools

Hand tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Overview

When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company’s esteemed annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance work on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC related equipment.
• Troubleshoot operations failures and re-establish building services under minimal supervision.
• Supervise maintenance work as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements include:

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Two years commercial HVAC or related experience.
• Interact with employees, visitors, and contractors with poise and diplomacy.
• Understand policies and procedures of the company and of the assigned property.
• Successful completion of the Hines “Engineering Training” program phase for the Building Engineer position.
• Display proficiency in two (2) or more categories of the Engineering Assessment Guidelines and possesses ability to provide training in these areas.
• Proficient in computer skills to effectively administer and implement changing requirements within the engineering programs.
• Read and understand a variety of instructions, including equipment instruction manuals, furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.
• Read and use all types of testing equipment, analog digital multi-meters, pressure and temperature indicating and recording devices, air flow measuring devices, and leak detection devices.
• Knowledge and proper use of basic hand tools (i.e., socket sets, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, saws, and hammers, etc.).
• Understand correct usage of power tools (pneumatic, electric or engine drive), drill motors, saws, grinder, and impact wrenches, etc.
• Understand correct usage of all personal safety equipment.
• Able to perform mathematical computations related to building operations for problem solving building comfort and operation issues.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
• Maintain calm demeanor in emergency situations.
• When applicable, obtain city and/or government licenses or permits, i.e.:
  • The EPA CFC Universal Certification Technician certificate
  • Boiler Operators permit
• If, upon hire or promotion to this position, an individual does not have the required permits or licenses, the individual will obtain those permits or licenses within six months of the promotion, or six months from the date eligible for the license or permit.
• When applicable refers to meeting any minimum eligibility standards required by City or State authorities (i.e., the State of Texas requires that an employee has 8,000 hours of experience before being eligible to sit for the State issued Maintenance Electricians License).
• Work indoors approximately 80% of the time and outdoors approximately 20% of the time.
• Use olfactory, auditory, and visual senses.
• Work standing all day.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. or more.
• Climb up and down stairs and ladders.
• Access remote work areas and confined spaces (i.e., crawl spaces, roofs).
• Use full range of manual dexterity (i.e., sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting).
• Meet the shift working requirements of the assigned property; shifts may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
• Work overtime as business needs deem appropriate.

We are an equal opportunity employer and support workforce diversity.