Building Engineer

Building Engineer
Los Angeles, CA
3+ Months Contract
Hours : Fri - Mon 2pm - 12:30am

Overview of Work Environment/Client Nuances:
Production lot - 23 buildings/stages/warehouses/office buildings
There will be client interaction so excellent customer service skills are necessary

Team Overview:
Working as part of a team

Resource's typical working day:
Assigned daily work orders
Plumbing
Basic electrical work
Painting/patching
Carpentry work
General maintenance

Licenses/Certifications:
Any applicable certifications are preferred

Must Have Skills:
Plumbing skills
Basic electrical work skills
Painting/patching skills
Carpentry work skills
General maintenance skills
Troubleshooting skills
Good communication skills

Nice to have skills:
HVAC experience
Any advanced maintenance skills

Years of Experience:
5-10 years

Education
H.S. Diploma and Trade School highly preferred

Software skills:
Computer and tablet skills
email

Interview Process:
1st round in-person with site manager, 2nd round in-person if needed

About the Role:

• As a Building Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining and repairing building system operations and the performance of various areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling.
• This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function.
• They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

What You'll Do:

• Perform maintenance and repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Maintain an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner.
• Assist with the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Review inpsection to building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams.
• Work within broad guidelines and policies.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information.

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Universal CFC certification is preferred. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions.
• Prior shift management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.