Senior Building Systems Operator

Cushman & Wakefield; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield seeks an Operating Engineer to ensure efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment for assigned properties. You will perform rounds, routine assessments, preventive maintenance, and housekeeping to maintain safe, clean environments.

Key responsibilities include maintaining HVAC systems, boilers, pumps, energy management oversight, and responding to emergencies while complying with codes and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; apprentice program or trade school preferred.
• 5+ years operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in commercial properties.
• Licenses/permits for trade as required (Journeyman/Master Electrician, Refrigeration Certificate of Fitness, boiler licenses).
• Ability to work extended shifts, overtime, on-call duties.
• Knowledge of energy management systems and building systems operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing, electrical, or HVAC requirements of the building(s).
• Maintain heating equipment, chillers, DX units, pumps, cooling towers, VAV and air distribution systems.
• Monitor and adjust mechanical/pneumatic equipment, valves, thermostats, and related systems.
• Inspect engine room equipment, back-up generator, fire pumps, and related facilities; report issues.
• Respond to emergencies and comply with safety regulations and company directives.
• Document and report activities to supervisor and maintain logs.

Skills

Technical proficiency

Initiative

Flexibility

Multi-tasking

Sense of urgency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade/apprentice program preferred

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield seeks an Operating Engineer to ensure efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment for assigned properties. You will perform rounds, routine assessments, preventive maintenance, and housekeeping to maintain safe, clean environments.

Key responsibilities include maintaining HVAC systems, boilers, pumps, energy management oversight, and responding to emergencies while complying with codes and safety standards.