Technician, Engineering

Simon Property Group; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon Property Group seeks an HVAC Maintenance Technician for Brickell City Centre in Miami to maintain mall-owned HVAC equipment on-site and be on-call 24/7 to assist operations during emergencies.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, system troubleshooting, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring compliance with EPA/OSHA standards. A high school diploma or trade certificate and EPA certification are required, with 3–5 years of HVAC experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Trade School Certificate.
• 3-5 years' experience in the HVAC maintenance field.
• Valid Driver's license EPA Certification.

Responsibilities

• Work with other contracted mechanical services.
• Report emergencies to appropriate personnel.
• Troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical and refrigeration systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections on designated equipment.
• Install, maintain and repair electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and refrigeration equipment as needed.
• Follow EPA/OSHA standards to promote safety.
• Administer compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
• Observe gauges, adjust valves, controls and pumps.
• Provide routine services and assist higher level mechanics and contractors.
• Schedule preventive maintenance programs as assigned.
• Coordinate work orders and maintain the Work Order System.
• Maintain inventory, MSDS, supplies and tools.
• Replace defective breakers, thermostats, switches, lighting components etc.
• May perform other job-related tasks.

Skills

Self-starter

Air handler units knowledge

Filter identification

Cooling tower operation

Condenser and chilled water systems

Diagnose problems

Disassemble/repair parts

Operate Building Automation Systems

Safety procedures

Rotating shifts

Education

High School Diploma or Trade School Certificate

Job description

Job Location

Brickell City Centre

Primary Purpose

To maintain all mall owned and operated heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment in order to provide safe, efficient and effective operation. This position is on call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week to assist the operations department in handling emergencies at the property level.

Principal Responsibilities

• Work in cooperation with other contracted mechanical services as retained by management.
• Report all situations requiring emergency and/or immediate action to the appropriate personnel.
• Troubleshoot various systems including plumbing, electrical, heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and other systems as required to determine source of malfunction and repair.
• Conduct scheduled inspections and preventive maintenance to designated equipment; make adjustments to equipment and controls to ensure operations are in compliance with specifications and/or standards.
• Install, maintain and make repairs to electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment as needed.
• Perform the job in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines (i.e. EPA, OSHA standards) to promote a safe working environment.
• Administer compliance of local, state, and federal laws pertaining to areas such as fire, safety, hazardous material, access etc.
• Observe operation, read gauges and instruments, and adjust mechanisms such as valves, controls and pumps to control level of fluid, pressure and temperature.
• Provide routine services to include preventive maintenance on air side and water side equipment, identifying, installing, maintaining and disposing of all types of filters, cleaning mechanical/transformer rooms, picking up and delivering parts, and assisting higher level heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration mechanics and or contracted services.
• Schedule preventative maintenance programs as assigned by management.
• Coordinate work orders and maintain the integrity of the Work Order System.
• Ensure the appropriate inventory systems, records, files, Material Safety Data Sheets, supplies, equipment and tools are maintained.
• Replace defective breaker controls, thermostats, switches, lighting components, fuses and basic electrical wiring, etc.
• Employee may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

• Self-starter with ability to work independently.
• Familiarity with air handler units to include efficient operation required to achieve energy savings and acceptable comfort levels.
• Knowledge in filter identification and application, equipment and component identification, safety procedures, refrigeration cycle and soft soldering.
• Knowledge of cooling tower operation & start-up and package roof top HVAC units.
• Knowledge of condenser and chilled water systems and water treatment.
• Capability to diagnoses problems on equipment.
• Ability to disassemble, clean, lubricate, repair and replace parts, as required.
• Able to diagnose basic malfunctioning mechanical systems, test components; trouble shoot and repair replace or adjust defective or worn parts.
• Able to operate and program Building Automation Systems and Energy Management Systems as they relate to energy savings, life safety, seasonal adjustments and company standards.
• Knowledge of safety rules, hazards and application of accident prevention measures associated with the operation of mechanical and HVAC equipment.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, which may include days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Trade School Certificate.
• 3 - 5 years' experience in the HVAC maintenance field (Related education may be substituted for up to two years' experience on a year-for-year basis)
• Valid Driver's license EPA Certification

About Simon

Simon is a real estate investment trust engaged in the ownership of premier shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed‑use destinations (Simon Property Group, NYSE: SPG). Our properties across North America, Europe and Asia provide community gathering places for millions of people every day and generate billions in annual sales. In addition to our high quality properties, Simon is also known for our strong balance sheet, a long‑tenured and well‑respected senior management team, and our innovative spirit, as reflected in a 50 + year history of successful retail real estate development, management, and leasing. Simon was named Fortune’s Most Admired Real Estate Company eight times. We have experienced an explosion of growth and innovation unprecedented in the industry and we look forward to Simon's future.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Simon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you require assistance or need to request an accommodation due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. Please note this email is intended only for accommodation requests related to the application and interview process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.