Building Engineer

Building Engineer

The Building Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the optimal performance, safety, and reliability of building systems across multiple sites. We are looking for someone with demonstrated technical expertise, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service.

• Perform routine property inspections and walkthroughs to identify and address maintenance needs.

• Organize, coordinate, and manage comprehensive maintenance programs, including preventive maintenance and repairs.

• Maintain and troubleshoot building systems, including:

• HVAC systems (heat pumps, cooling towers, boilers)
• Building automation systems
• Air handlers
• Electrical and plumbing systems
• Life safety, fire protection, and security systems

• Respond promptly to emergency calls and resolve issues efficiently.

• Obtain bids, negotiate vendor contracts, and assist with budget preparation.

• Maintain cost-effective inventory control and accurate reporting.

• Communicate effectively with property managers, ownership groups, and board members regarding maintenance projects and updates.

• Ensure compliance with all safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Support Founders 3's commitment to its Promise, Vision and Values.

We are intently focused on creating value for our clients and are dedicated to continually improving our company and ourselves by practicing C.A.R.E. in everything we do.

COMMITMENT to our clients, company & community

ACCOUNTABILITY for our actions & results

RESPECT for ourselves & others

EXCELLENCE in all we do

• Education and/or

Experience:

Proven experience in commercial property maintenance or building engineering. Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

• Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding and carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to define problems and collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical information involving a few concrete variables. Need to be financially astute and have a thorough understanding of accounting principles including cash & accrual basis accounting methods and reading and understanding financials.

• Certificates, Licenses, and/or Registrations: A valid driver's license and insurance.

• Computer Applications

Skills:

Ability to work in a Windows environment and with standard current computer applications.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Movement:
Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. Frequently required to stand and walk, to stoop, kneel or crouch, to use feet to operate equipment. Frequently required to talk and hear. Occasionally required to sit, reach above shoulders and climb or balance. Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

• Work Environment:
Occasionally is exposed to outside weather conditions. Frequently works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places. Frequently is exposed to fumes and airborne particles. Frequently is exposed to a noise level ranging from moderate to high. Occasionally is exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration.

• Personal Protective Equipment:
Requires the use of safety shoes and eye protection.

The above statements reflect the general framework of the position and are not to be construed as a detailed statement of all the requirements that may be inherent in the position. Details may be added or subtracted from time to time. As needed, the manager will review this position description with the employee and determine appropriate modifications.