Job Title Operating Engineer
Job Description Summary Responsible for planning, implementing, coordinating, and supervising all mechanical operations, maintenance, communications, energy management, and manpower development programs for assigned properties.
Job Description Responsibilities - Supervise Engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training, personnel development, etc.
- Manage operational accounts for building as required and assist in development of operating and capital budgets
- Assist in maintenance/engineering issues as required
- Recommend and implement improvements for preventive maintenance programs on an on-going basis
- Develop and maintain effective building-specific maintenance and safety procedure manuals
- Coordinate maintenance efforts with outside contractors, tenant finish personnel and engineers
- Oversee all building systems including fire/life safety, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical issues; must remain current with latest HVAC technology trends
- Maintain on-going communication with tenants, owners, property management, and vendors
- May assist in solicitation and acquisition of new management contracts
- Coordinate development of and/or maintain as-built drawings
- Respond to all emergency situations quickly (fire, evacuation, equipment failure etc.) and customer concerns
- Implement and administer inventory control programs, purchase parts and supplies
- Develop specifications and assist in solicitation and administration of maintenance/repair service contracts
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes, requisitions, government agency, and company directives as relates to building operations
- Duties are inclusive of approximately 50% operating engineer responsibilities
Requirements - Vocational/Technical training certificate or college degree in related discipline
- Minimum of 4 years of related work experience in a commercial property setting or any similar combination of education or experience
- Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses
- Universal Technician for CFCepending on market licensure requirements
- Proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proven leadership ability
- Proficient PC skills; familiar with Energy Management System (EMS)/programming and fire alarm systems
- May be only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may require shift work and/or on call duties
- The qualified candidate will be detail oriented, able to handle multiple projects simultaneously, extremely professional, and customer service oriented
Physical Requirements - Ability to stoop, stand, climb, frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices
- Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine
- Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work
- Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
- Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing
- Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmativetion employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
