Building Engineer Lincoln Park Plaza

Avanath is proud to be named one of the top property management companies to provide affordable housing for the workforce.

Cultivating the American Dream is the purpose that binds the Avanath team. At Avanath, every day is an opportunity to make a difference in someone's life. Whether it is helping residents call one of our communities home, providing excellence in customer service, or championing our workforce, we are committed to creating an unforgettable experience as a great place to live, work, and be.

The Building Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, repair, and preventive maintenance of all building systems and equipment within the community, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and life safety systems. The Building Engineer ensures all systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable regulations while supporting resident satisfaction and property performance.

The incumbent in this role must possess a high degree of professionalism and positive engagement for our residents and the workforce.

• An Aptitude for Connecting - Must possessa strong sense for creating a sense of community, as well as the drive to go the extra mile to create a positive experience for all residents and team members. Your success and purpose are driven by the relationships that you build within your communities, including vendor partners, regulatory, and social services partnerships. This includes adopting a collaborative approach to create consistent, favorable circumstances that foster success and effectiveness for the Organization and the communities.
• An Authentic Attitude - Consistently demonstrate an open and professional attitude and approach when assessing and resolving resident and team member concerns. This includes, but is not limited to, seeking resources throughout the organization via the organization's support services and senior leadership.
• An Approach that is positive and Professional - Consistently demonstrate an approach of active listening and understand that your participation and support are integral to the success of Avanath, ensuring that each resident and team member feels seen, heard, and valued as you and the team work to resolve challenges.

• Minimum 5 years of building maintenance, facilities, engineering, or multifamily maintenance experience.
• Minimum 2 years operating and maintaining HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification (MANDATORY).
• Valid Illinois Driver License (MANDATORY).
• High school diploma or GED required .
• Technical, trade school, or vocational training preferred.
• Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS/BAS) preferred.
• Strong HVAC, boiler, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems knowledge.
• Strong troubleshooting and preventive maintenance skills.

• Operate , maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life safety systems.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain engineering logs, inspection reports, and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate vendors and contractors.
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations.
• Assist with capital improvement projects.
• Monitor building performance and energy efficiency.
• Manage maintenance inventory, tools, and PPE.
• Participate in on-call rotations and after- hours emergency response.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to residents.

• Perform proper operations and maintenance of all mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.
• Oversee the efficient and safe operation of the building’s low-pressure steam-heating system, fire-alarm systems, and security systems.
• Maintai…