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Overview

The candidate will supervise the Engineering staff, complete preventative maintenance, work orders and inspections as required under the direction of the Property Management Office. We are looking for candidate who can lead by example and work independently in a fast-paced environment on complex systems covering multiple assets.

The base salary for this position if filled within New York City is $100,000.00 to $117,000.00 based on skills and experience, with the ability to achieve additional compensation through bonus.

Responsibilities

• Initiates or responds to work orders, assigns to staff as applicable, follows-up and verifies completion of work, and works with the Property Management Team to expedite and get approval of payments for completed work.
• Handles requests for service calls, evaluating requests, and dispatching appropriate staff and contractors.
• Monitor performance and note deficiencies of service contractors and recommend changes as necessary.
• Consult Property Management Team on maintenance, operation, and repair of HVAC equipment and systems, boiler and machinery, energy systems, roofs, Fire/Life safety, and other building systems.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance inspections/repairs as directed and as mandated by local municipalities and building/client requirements on systems such as: fire suppression and sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, backflow prevention device testing, and HVAC systems.
• Manage monthly or periodic inspections of building systems, i.e., HVAC, electrical distribution, structural, vertical transportation, roofs, and parapets). Prepare detailed report of exceptions and recommend corrective action.
• Maintain compliance with building regulations and permits (equipment use, Certificate of Occupancy, etc.).
• Maintain the building operation manual and train building personnel.
• Utilize engineering and technical resources to continuously assess, analyze and improve operational effectiveness, and achieve overall building operational performance.
• Provide technical support for the facility in terms of plant operations, operations cost control, and overall equipment effectiveness.
• Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe working record and environment
• Supervises maintenance team in order to achieve operational goals. This includes employee training, instructing and advising employee’s procedures and guidelines.
• Assures all projects are in compliance with client and industry standards.
• Maintains plant appearance and ensures repairs are noted and completed on a timely basis Manages spare and critical room inventory.
• Ensures that unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner.
• Maintain and build job skills through company training program

Qualifications

• Valid New York City Fire Department Refrigeration Machine Operator License with a minimum of five year’s contiguous work experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word required.
• Working knowledge of software (Singu FM or equivalent) - generating and closing Work Orders, tracking equipment repair history, equipment database management and administration. Ability to track and manage parts and material inventory, generate requisitions and/or Purchase Orders to maintain stock above predetermined levels.
• Experience in the operation of multi stage direct expansion (DX) water-cooled packaged AC equipment and/or Modular Chillers.
• Sprinkler/Standpipe Certification – S12 / S13 Certificates of Fitness
• Supervisor of Fire Alarm System – S95 Certificate of Fitness
• Fire Life Safety Director (FLSD) - F89 Certificate of Fitness
• Trane BACnet software system or equivalent BMS control system experience
• Knowledge of construction (MEP, Architectural, schematic) drawings for service and troubleshooting systems.
• Experience with Steam heating systems, Electrical Systems and Fire Protection Systems
• Knowledge of Emergency Power Systems – Generators, Diesel transfer pump system, Automatic Transfer Switches and Priority Control Switchgear.

Our Equal Opportunity Commitment

Avison Young practices as an equal opportunity employer in all services locations around the world. We are committed to building and maintaining a workforce diverse in experience, skills and knowledge with uniformity in service excellence, commitment and integrity. 

The firm maintains a strict policy to ensure employment opportunities are equal and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, protected veteran or military service status, or any other elements protected by law.

For those requiring assistance with disabilities, information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. 

Avison Young is committed to employing the best talent with the most fair and equitable recruitment practices. Apply with us TODAY!