General Maintenance Engineer - Level 2

General Maintenance Engineer - Level 2

Industry: Commercial Real Estate (CRE)

Reports to: Chief Engineer

Location: Charlotte, NC

Firm Overview:

Charlotte-based Northwood Office was established by Northwood Investors LLC, a privately held global real estate investment and management firm with $8 billion in assets under management, to provide a comprehensive approach to meeting office space needs. Offering best-in-class services in commercial development, leasing and property management, Northwood Office is committed to creating and sustaining work environments that inspire by focusing on enhancing quality of life, productivity, flexibility and community.

Position Brief: 

Will work with Property Services as a professional team member, which consists of property managers, maintenance, and HVAC engineers, to maintain efficient operating conditions of buildings and equipment and provide a timely and quality service to tenants. Perform preventative maintenance on various aspects of buildings, which includes, but is not limited to, carpentry, electrical, minor mechanical and plumbing. 

Principal Responsibilities:

• Works closely with property managers, maintenance and HVAC engineers, and other departments concerning the general operation and maintenance of the buildings, including supervision and quality control of all support personnel. 
• Communicate any building issues or concerns to the chief engineer, property managers or assistants in a timely manner. 
• Complete daily work orders in a timely and complete manner in assigned buildings. 
• Perform building inspection reports and forward to property managers and dispatchers to process work orders. 
• Available for on-call duty on a rotating basis. 
• Assist in the preparation for inclement weather and removal thereof. 
• Provide recommendations to property managers on cost-saving initiatives concerning the operation of properties and budgets. 
• Share knowledge of all building equipment with all other departments for cross-training. 
• Provide first response to tenant calls and report back to the manager on action taken or needed. 
• Manage fire systems of assigned buildings. 
• Oversee work that is assigned to outside contractors. 
• Take directions from Lead Engineer and/or Director of Engineering. 

Qualifications, Education & Experience Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• 1-3 years experience in commercial maintenance engineering.
• Good listening and communication skills are essential to this position.
• Must be able to successfully pass background check and drug screen.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Frequently lift and/or move equipment ranging from 20 to 35 pounds. Occasionally lift or pull heavier items, weighing from 35 to 80 pounds.
• Maintain sufficient mobility to walk, stand, and work on a ladder for prolonged periods, and to maneuver in tight spaces such as ceiling space and roof access.
• Regularly bend, stoop, crouch, squat, climb, or kneel while installing or repairing equipment.

All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. The company reserves the right to add to or revise an employee’s job duties at any time at its sole discretion. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.