Commercial Maintenance Engineer

JOB SUMMARY

HCFD Realty Management is seeking a Maintenance Engineer for a large medical portfolio in San Antonio, TX. The candidate’s function is responsible for working directly with the Property Manager in implementing and maintaining energy management, preventive maintenance, quality standards, operating objectives, and goals of HCFD. This must be done in a manner that not only protects but also maximizes the value of the property. Your contact with tenants, prospective tenants, owners, and vendors is to be guided by the highest professional standards including positive, supportive, friendly behavior and legendary service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain heaters, boilers, chillers, cooling tower, pumps, fan coil units, etc.
• Proficiency with HVAC is required. Conducting comprehensive inspections of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning components to ensure peak performance and identify/address potential issues is essential.
• Maintaining common areas.
• Maintain relationships with the Property Management staff
• Maintain all work orders with live updates daily.
• Administer inventory control programs and systems to assure the availability of parts and supplies.
• Administer all necessary services to maintain and enhance the value, operating efficiency, and the physical appearance of the property.
• Ensure all equipment is operated and maintained within the manufacturer’s specifications and the operating guidelines of the property.
• Understand preventive maintenance and overhaul schedules for all equipment and mechanical systems within the project.
• Understand OSHA guidelines and how to ensure that all equipment is maintained to guidelines/standards.
• Execute routine preventative maintenance programs in the face of interruptions.
• Respond appropriately to and assist emergency response personnel, at any time when on duty or on call.
• Test, maintain, and restore to working order any component of the main engineering systems used within a property.
• Ensure compliance with the emergency procedures for each property in conjunction with local jurisdiction and property management guidelines.
• Build and maintain effective communications and relationships with the Property Management Staff, tenants, vendors, and peers.
• Overall communication style must be proactive and persuasive, as well as responsive and service oriented.
• Monitor and adjust all mechanical/energy management equipment, control gauges, distributor panels, valves, thermostats, diffusers, and other equipment necessary to provide a comfortable environment for the buildings.
• Perform preventive maintenance duties, including changing filters, replacing light fixtures, inspecting/adjusting belts, and annual inspections as directed by manufacturers, plumbing repairs.
• Take initiative on problems and special needs of the property or tenants.
• Must be able to handle multiple projects, changing priorities and a continually heavy workload.
• Document and report activities.
• Respond immediately to emergency situations and customer concerns.
• Having reliable transportation and able to use personal vehicles for picking up parts/supply orders and transporting items between properties.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Minimum of 3 years of commercial experience in Class A, multi-story building with comparable equipment and operations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Must have thorough understanding of HVAC, electrical and building automation systems. Fire Life Safety Sprinkler and Fire Panel procedures and Elevator emergency services and procedures.
• Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical blueprints and schematics.
• Strong work ethic and self-starter.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES

Valid State of Texas driver’s license required.

City of San Antonio Electrical Maintenance License

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• commerical, multi-story, Class A maintenance: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• City of San Antonio Electrical Maintenance License (Required)
• Texas Driver License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• San Antonio, TX 78229 (Required)

Work Location: In person