Building Engineer

Job Details

San Jose, CA

Full Time

$40.00 - $50.00 Hourly

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Manage the day-to-day property and facility operations of Class "A "medical office buildings located on hospital campuses to the best long-term interests of the building owners, occupants, and the hospital at-large. Maximize the value of the buildings to the owner by maintaining positive tenant relations, exhibiting prudent control of operating expenses, supervising of outside contractors and vendors, and efficient operation of all building systems.

Position Location: 1410 S. Bascom Avenue San Jose, California

SPECIFIC DUTIES – include the following. Duties may be changed, and other duties may be assigned.

Daily Building Operations:

Source and qualify vendors, including procurement of multiple bids for projects as directed;

Monitor and log vendor performance for on-site activities;

Coordinate tenant improvements with Property Manager, Tenant(s), and Vendors

Timely reporting of all pertinent events and activities

Maintain effective communications and good working relationships with all internal and external customers (PMB/RES Staff, tenants and building visitors, hospital administration and staff, vendors, etc.)

Conduct and document regular, formal building inspections and follow through with corrective measures as needed

Identify and document any building problems or deficiencies that may affect building operations or create liability

Maintain an adequate, on-site stock of supplies and repair parts using RES ordering and inventory maintenance standards and systems

Monitor and direct the operation of building systems to optimize tenant comfort and safety

Arrange personal and staff work hours to provide adequate coverage for normal workdays, Sundays, holidays, and emergencies, as directed by the Director of Building Services and/or Portfolio Manager and/or Senior Property Manager

Respond to tenant service calls and provide Director of Building Services and/or Portfolio Manager and/or Senior Property Manager with written/verbal response

Respond to emergency calls during off-duty hours

Perform plumbing repairs such as plugged sewer lines, urinals, commodes, faucets, and water valves

Repair and/or replace light fixtures, ballasts, motors, breakers, switched,s and receptacles

Perform minor repairs to doors (including hardware as capable), walls, ceiling,g and floors

Paint common areas as necessary

Maintain all building equipment rooms, offices, and common areas

Perform other duties as assigned.

Mechanical Systems (HVAC)

Develop and maintain energy management system and preventive maintenance programs

As necessary, manage vendor providing chemical water treatment process and testing necessary to ensure proper treatment and maintenance of HVAC systems

Use and maintain Building Engines (BEI) work order system, including preventative maintenance calendars and inspection information

Ensure compliance on all environmental issues and procedures(EPA, OSHA, storage tanks, etc.) as related to mechanical systems

Maintain plans, schedules, and all other pertinent documentation as related to these systems

Coordinate with hospital when systems are connected and operate in concert with hospital systems (i.e. central plant).

Mechanical Systems (Elevators)-

As necessary, manage vendor providing preventive maintenance and testing necessary to ensure proper vertical transport operations

Maintain BEI work order system for preventive maintenance and contingent repair work

Coordinate with vendor(s) and regulating state authorities to ensure proper inspection and permitting for conveyances

Ensure compliance on all environmental issues and procedures(EPA, OSHA, etc.).

Mechanical Systems (Electrical)

As necessary, manage vendor providing services necessary to ensure proper operation and maintenance of electrical systems

Maintain BEI work order system for preventive maintenance and contingent repair work

Ensure that required permits are in place and systems inspections are regularly scheduled.

Fire/Life Safety, Security

Participate in the design and implementation of emergency systems and procedures

Maintain systems viability by coordinating with vendors to ensure timely completion of inspections, repairs, permit procurement, fire drills, system/alarm monitoring, etc.

Manage and maintain Building Access Control System(s) in concert with Portfolio/Senior Property Manager

Coordinate with hospital, as necessary, where systems tie-in or are connected to hospital systems

Coordinate with security vendors regarding standing guards, patrols, etc.

TENANT MOVE-IN

Coordinate tenant finish/move-in procedures

Inspect tenant area before move-in to verify that space is ready for occupancy

Be available during move-in process to facilitate move and assist tenants, as appropriate or requested

Oversee daily performance of contractors involved in tenant improvement work

Coordinate ordering of proper locks, keys, directory listings, and signs

Coordinate building access with moving company

Assist in facilitating remodel work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

At least 4 years of solid building preventative maintenance, routine maintenance and safety experience and a track record of results.

High school graduate and vocational courses.

Mechanical ability and familiarity with at least three certificates in HVAC, electrical plumbing, pumps, heating and ventilation, etc.

Each certificate must be equivalent to completion of semester course in a community college, vocation school or ROP or equivalent program.

Valid driver’s license and the ability to be insured and use of personal vehicle (subject to mileage reimbursement).

Solid communication skills and the ability to interface effectively with tenants and employees within different departments of the organization.

Pay Rate :

$40.00- $50.00 per hour. This is the range that we, in good faith, believe is the appropriate range for the position. We may ultimately pay more or less depending on experience.