Roving Building Engineer - San Francisco

Action Property Management; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 57,859 - 63,369; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Action Property Management, located in San Francisco, seeks a Roving Building Engineer to oversee maintenance and repairs in common areas across multiple properties. The role requires strong hands-on experience in areas like HVAC, electrical work, and plumbing, as well as the ability to supervise vendors effectively.

The position offers a competitive starting pay between $42.00 to $46.00 per hour, plus a $300 monthly car allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and 401(k) contributions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of maintenance experience in mid- or high-rise commercial communities.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
• Hands-on experience in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Painting is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance tasks for building components including HVAC and plumbing.
• Schedule and supervise on-site vendors to ensure job compliance.
• Conduct and document inspections of all common areas at least monthly.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Painting

Customer Service

Education

CA Driver's License

EPA/608 Universal License

Tools

Fire Pump Certification

HVAC Certification

Certified Pool Operator (CPO)

Job description

Who We Are

With a legacy spanning four decades, Action Property Management has become the premier choice for homeowner’s association management. Founded in 1984, Action began with a single client and a vision to elevate ethical and professional standards in the HOA industry. Our unwavering commitment to integrity, professionalism, and our core values of excellence, innovation, and care for people continues to define us. Today, as the largest privately owned HOA management company in the West, we proudly serve over 300 communities across nine offices and are supported by nearly 900 dedicated team members who genuinely love what they do and help homeowners thrive.

Position Overview

The Roving Building Engineer is responsible for maintaining, correcting deficiencies, and/or making repairs to all “common areas” within the Association and supervising the repair and maintenance work performed by third parties.

Compensation and Schedule

Compensation: $42.00 - $46.00 Per Hour + $300 Monthly Car Allowance

Schedule: Monday‑Friday; 8:00 AM‑4:30 PM + On‑Call

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee, complete, and track maintenance tasks for all building components including HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire monitoring equipment, emergency generator equipment, building automation systems, and other necessary maintenance.
• Schedule and supervise all vendors on site and ensure they perform in accordance with job description and expectations.
• Oversee all facets of the daily operation of the building, ensuring compliance with HOA policies, regulations, code, and regulatory enforcement agencies.
• Monitor and maintain optimum performance of all building systems, including mechanical, electrical, fire life safety, security, HVAC, and water circulation.
• Create, update, and complete all assigned common‑area work orders.
• Modify and optimize building control software as necessary.
• Assist in the preparation of RFPs and scopes of work to solicit proposals and prepare bid analysis.
• Supervise maintenance vendors on site to ensure work is performed to exceptional standards, including recommendations for vendor termination or hiring.
• Respond to inquiries and investigate and resolve homeowner complaints related to common areas.
• Assist in the annual budget planning process and regularly monitor expenditures.
• Obtain all permits or cause inspection of equipment as required by code.
• Examine machinery and equipment to diagnose trouble, disassemble machines, adjust, replace, or repair defective parts.
• Assist in the construction of capital improvement projects.
• Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed.

Inspection

• Conduct and document an inspection of all common areas at least monthly.
• Inspect completed mechanical repairs for quality, safety, and proper operation.
• Conduct routine project inspections as directed by the Supervisor.
• Conduct follow‑up inspection of items noted in need of maintenance or repair, including Annual Maintenance Report punch list items.

Reporting

• Maintain the work‑order task log.
• Timely report project inspection results.
• Maintain the inventory of tools and supplies.
• Implement and maintain a monthly preventative maintenance program, tracking all scheduled maintenance for the building and maintaining records of all common‑area equipment.

Emergency Response

• Maintain preparedness for emergency responses to floods, fires, power outages, earthquakes, and other disasters.
• Respond promptly to project emergencies and service calls.

Teamwork & Customer Service

• Be a team player and contribute to an enjoyable, productive, and safe work environment.
• Assist team members with tasks not strictly related to this job description.
• Maintain customer service standards as set by the Hospitality Department and General Manager.
• Display high morale, integrity, loyalty, and professionalism at all times.
• Be available for overtime in special circumstances to complete projects or meet deadlines.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Valid CA Driver's License & Insurance.
• Minimum of 4 years of maintenance experience in mid or high‑rise commercial communities, preferably in hospitality or property management.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and pass a pre‑employment background check and drug screening.
• Hands‑on experience in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Painting highly desired.
• EPA/608 Universal License.
• Weekly Fire Pump Certification.
• HVAC Certification preferred.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) is a plus.
• Fire Life Safety Certification is a plus.

Benefits

We offer competitive pay and ample opportunities for career growth and advancement. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, pet insurance, 401(k) with company match, life and disability support for qualifying team members, and generous paid time off—including vacation hours, sick time, and company‑observed holidays for qualifying members. We are committed to providing the infrastructure, technology, training, and tools you need to excel in your role.

Action Property Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Supports a Drug‑Free Workplace. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.