The Building Engineer reports to the Chief Engineer and maintains a working relationship with and takes direction from all Property Managers in his/her area for issues affecting their properties.
Issues may range from tenant improvement work to preventive maintenance and repair of all building systems. This must be done in a manner that not only protects, but also maximizes the value of the property. The Building Engineer must exhibit outstanding client service and professionalism in all interactions with tenants and RMR staff. Teamwork and collaboration are critical to this position's success. The portfolio currently consists of 8 buildings totaling One Milion sq ft.
Responsibilities
Operate, maintain, and log all HVAC and MEP equipment under the direction of their supervisor.
Complete tenant service requests, and develop and maintain positive tenant relations throughprompt, courteous response to tenant requests.
Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC equipment, plumbing and electrical systems, as directed by their supervisor. Duties include, but are not limited to changing filters, coil cleaning, greasing motors, replacing light bulbs & ballasts, inspecting/adjusting belts, and regular inspections of equipment
Maintain computerized or manual equipment logs that detail preventive work performed.
Clean and paint equipment and surrounding areas relating to equipment and equipment rooms.
Assist in ordering stock and inventory of parts and supplies, as needed.
Respond immediately to emergency situations and customer concerns.
Review elevator maintenance records and confirm elevator maintenance is performed per national agreement. Inspect condition of elevator machine rooms. Report any elevator deficiencies to their supervisor.
Assist with review of tenant improvement plans. Inspect active construction areas and confirm contractors are following all building rules and regulations.Coordinate fire alarm and sprinkler shutdown and drain downs with contractors as needed.
Coordinate all quarterly fire alarm testing and maintenance with building vendor.
Maintain and operate life safety/fire systems
Perform carpentry and snow removal, if necessary.
Take meter readings on all meters and equipment as directed by their supervisor.
Perform minor repairs on doors, hardware, lock, windows, ceilings, and floors
Troubleshoot, evaluate and make recommendations to upgrade maintenance operations and/or implement savings opportunities.
Possess competent knowledge of the use and care of tools and equipment used in facility and ground maintenance.
Inspect buildings, grounds and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions and report to management
Inspect new installation for compliance with building codes and safety regulations
Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and company directives, as related to building operations and practice safe work habits
Daily communication with property management, engineering staff, security, tenants and contractors/vendors is vital.
General Maintenance and Operation Duties:
Understand OSHA guidelines and how to ensure that all equipment is maintained to guidelines/standards.
Read and follow written and oral instructions.
Convey thoughts and recommendations orally and/or in writing to supervisors, contractors and others in order to resolve building-related problems.
Operate and use necessary manual and power-driven tools.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Minimum 3-5 years of building maintenance experience or commensurate experience in a trade (plumbing, electrical, HVAC).
HVAC or electrical technical school training preferred.
Applicable military experience or other related operations experience will be considered including power plants, multi-family, hotels, hospitals, facilities, etc.
Experience with automated building management systems
Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical blueprints and schematics
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
Must be team oriented and a problem solver.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Manage own time on a daily basis with little supervision
Must be able to handle multiple projects, changing priorities, and continually heavy workloads
May be required to work extended periods of time without relief, when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime-type assignments)
Stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pump, tools, ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting device
Lift and carry objects of up to 50 lbs. for distances of up to 30 feet
Climb ladders and stairs.
Maintain professional appearance and manner at all times while in the complex.
Will be required to perform off site duties through the use of a personal vehicle.
Must have a valid driver's license.
If, at any time, security clearance is required for your job (e.g. you are assigned to work at a property leased by the Federal government), being awarded such clearance will be a condition of your employment.
Company Overview
The RMR Group LLC, or RMR, is a leading U.S. alternative asset management company, unique for its focus on commercial real estate (CRE) and related businesses. It conducts substantially all business for its parent company, The RMR Group Inc. (Nasdaq: RMR). RMR's vertical integration is strengthened by more than 600 real estate professionals in over 30 offices nationwide who manage $32 billion in assets under management and leverage more than 30 years of institutional experience in buying, selling, financing and operating CRE. RMR benefits from a scalable platform, a deep and experienced management team and a diversity of real estate strategies across its client companies. Recently, RMR has been recognized by The Boston Globe as a "Top Place to Work," by Fortune magazine as one of the "100 Fastest Growing Companies," by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as an "ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year," by Boston Business Journal as the "Fastest Growing Middle Market Company in Massachusetts" and ranked 9th on Commercial Property Executive's Top Commercial Property Management Companies. RMR is headquartered in Newton, MA and was founded in 1986. For more information, please visitwww.rmrgroup.com. Follow RMR on LinkedIn and on Twitter @The_RMR_Group.
