Building Engineer Assistant

Job Description

Assistant Building Engineer

Position: Assistant Building Engineer
Department: Building Operations & Maintenance
Company: JMD Heating & Cooling LLC
Reports To: Lead Building Engineer / Chief Engineer / JMD Management

Position Overview

The Assistant Building Engineer is responsible for assisting the Lead Building Engineer with the daily operation, inspection, preventive maintenance, and general upkeep of a commercial or residential building.

This position plays an essential role in ensuring that all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and building systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.

The Assistant Building Engineer is expected to take initiative, identify potential problems before they become major repairs, respond promptly to maintenance requests, and maintain a clean, safe, and professional building environment.

The individual must work closely with the Lead Building Engineer, property management, residents, contractors, and JMD Heating & Cooling LLC to maintain high standards of building operations.

1. Daily Building Inspections & Equipment Monitoring

• Conduct daily walkthroughs of all assigned mechanical rooms, boiler rooms, pump rooms, electrical rooms, and common areas.

• Inspect boilers, chillers, cooling towers, circulation pumps, domestic hot water equipment, and other mechanical systems.

• Record operating pressures, temperatures, equipment status, and any unusual conditions.

• Monitor water levels, system pressures, leaks, unusual vibrations, and equipment noises.

• Inspect mechanical equipment for visible deterioration, corrosion, or developing maintenance concerns.

• Check building automation systems and equipment controllers for active alarms or abnormal operation.

• Report equipment deficiencies immediately to the Lead Building Engineer.

• Maintain accurate daily operating logs and inspection records.

• Verify mechanical spaces remain clean, organized, and free of unnecessary storage.

2. HVAC & Mechanical System Maintenance

• Assist with routine preventive maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment.

• Inspect and replace air filters, belts, and other routine maintenance components.

• Assist with lubrication of motors, bearings, and mechanical equipment as required.

• Inspect air handling units, exhaust fans, pumps, and associated equipment.

• Monitor heating and cooling performance throughout the building.

• Assist with seasonal heating and cooling changeovers.

• Identify water leaks, condensate drainage problems, unusual noises, and equipment malfunctions.

• Assist qualified personnel with troubleshooting and repairs within the employee's training and authorization.

• Maintain cleanliness around all HVAC and mechanical equipment.

• Document deficiencies requiring additional service or repairs.

3. Plumbing & Domestic Water Systems

• Inspect domestic hot and cold water piping for leaks and deterioration.

• Monitor domestic hot water temperatures and circulation equipment.

• Assist with basic plumbing repairs, including faucets, toilets, drains, and accessible fixtures.

• Inspect sump pumps, sewage ejector systems, and associated alarm panels.

• Identify and report leaking valves, failed fixtures, clogged drains, and abnormal water pressure.

• Assist with isolating water systems during scheduled repairs under proper supervision.

• Respond promptly to water leaks and assist with protecting the building from further damage.

• Maintain cleanliness and accessibility around plumbing equipment.

4. General Building Maintenance

• Complete assigned maintenance requests throughout the property.

• Perform minor repairs to doors, locks, hinges, closers, and building hardware.

• Assist with drywall patching, painting, caulking, and minor surface repairs.

• Replace light bulbs and perform approved basic lighting…