Building Engineer

U.S. Facilities, Inc., a consolidated facility management services firm, is seeking a Building Engineer to support the operations in Culver City, CA.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: With minimal supervision, performs maintenance and repairs applying knowledge of tradecraft skills in the area(s) of specialization. Maintains mechanical and electrical systems and equipment that supply the commercial buildings with heat, power, ventilation, air conditioning, and/or refrigeration, and other environmental systems.

Duties/Key qualifications:

• 3–5 years of facilities experience in a fast-paced corporate environment.
• Exceptional customer service and professionalism with the ability to provide white-glove service while operating discreetly in a high-profile corporate environment.
• 3–5 years of daily vendor management experience, including:
• Communicating with Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbers trade vendors
• Defining scopes of work
• Reviewing proposals
• Scheduling work
• Managing deadlines
• Proven ability to support multiple business units across several commercial buildings.
• Hands-on experience with:
• iOS platforms
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Deep technical expertise in electrical and mechanical systems within a large Central Plant or campus environment, including:
• Transformers
• Generators
• Switchgear
• UPS systems
• ATS & ASTS units
• PDU/RPP units
• AHUs
• VRF systems
• CRAC/CRAH units
• Familiarity with critical building systems, including generators, elevators, lighting controls, and Fire & Life Safety (FLS) systems.
• Ability to read and interpret complex schematics, site drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Strong leadership and self-management skills with the ability to work autonomously, learn quickly, and proactively address issues at any time.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively direct contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
  
  

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or demonstrated equivalent.
• Troubleshoots and repairs electrical (24V-480V) and PLC control systems Troubleshoots hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• 5 years of experience Industrial Facility Maintenance, Industrial HVAC including building automated/management systems and fire life safety systems.
• Additional Information:
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment background check and substance abuse test.
• This position may require a valid Driver’s License.
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.
• This position will require the ability to obtain a security access badge at our client’s location.
• This position may require various shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules.
• Physical Requirements:
• Some tasks will require repetitive wrist movement.
• Some tasks will require the ability to walk extensively throughout facilities during a workday.
• Requires the ability to climb extension ladders, roof ladders, stepladders, and stairs as needed during a workday.
• Requires flexibility to bend/stoop, squat, kneel, reach/stretch, and move in a 90-degree fashion during the workday.
• Requires ability to read and understand the information contained in a variety of documents or displayed on a computer screen.
• Requires ability to use a variety of office equipment and to operate a computer keyboard to access databases, to send/receive messages, and to prepare documents.
• Requires ability to attend meetings throughout the site and potentially travel to other U.S. Facilities, Inc., customer and/or vendor locations in the area, as well as some air travel to more distant locations.
• Requires the ability to communicate with others on the telephone and in one-on-one or group discussions, meetings, and presentations.
• Demonstrated fluency in computer use including the full office suite.
• Requires the ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Requires the ability to interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress.
• The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
• Special Requirements:
• Wear composite toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, and other personal protective equipment as needed.
• Cope with demands (stressors) that are associated with the job and/or the work environment so that acceptable levels of performance and overall contribution are maintained.
  
  

Preferred Certifications:

• Aerial Lift
• Lock Out Tag Out
• EPA 608 Universal
• CPR/AED
• Other Attributes:
  
  

Must be willing to work overtime when required. May be required to work on holidays and weekends.

U.S. Facilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

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