Commercial Building Engineer

Company Description

Hoffmann Commercial Real Estate, headquartered in St. Louis, MO, is a well-established real estate holding company known for transforming and maintaining properties to meet its signature "Hoffmann Standard," a Class "A+" standard of excellence. With a rapidly growing portfolio of stabilized and value-add properties in strategic locations across the United States and abroad, Hoffmann Commercial Real Estate exemplifies a commitment to unparalleled quality and service. The company's reputation for excellence continues to expand with each successful transaction.

Role Description

Performs the maintenance functions of the Property Management Team assuring a high level of professionalism in property issues, including timely response to and resolution of any tenant requests or concerns.

Specific Responsibilities:

· Repairs, maintains, and replaces a variety of equipment.

· Conduct periodic general preventative maintenance on the mechanical, electrical, HVAC and plumbing systems. This involves normal lubrication, adjustment, cleaning, replacement of consumable parts and periodic testing of equipment. These systems include but are not limited to; air handling units (including both rooftop and built-up units), re-circulating air systems, water pumping systems, cooling and plumbing systems, steam systems.

· Performs exterior grounds upkeep, sidewalk cleaning/sweeping, parking garage cleaning/sweeping, window washing, etc.

· Inspect buildings, grounds and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions.

· Respond quickly to emergency situations

· Perform all assigned work so as to ensure the safety of the building's tenants and the continuous operation of the site(s).

· Prioritize service calls and follow-up upon completion.

· Coordinate contractor, tenant and management approvals for work orders that require the use of an outside contractor.

· Order parts and supplies as required and maintain stock and inventory control.

· Be responsive to tenant complaints in the areas of safety, plumbing, mechanical, electrical and environmental needs through both personal contact and work order systems.

· Prepare and maintain maintenance logs and records.

· Be familiar with and conform to all operating procedures associated with site(s).

· Ensure the cleanliness and appearance of site(s).

Qualifications

· High school diploma/GED equivalent.

· Minimum 3 years' experience in commercial building maintenance.

· Experience in working with plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs.

· Experience repairing and maintaining commercial HVAC units preferred.

· Effective communication skills.

· Ability to work under minimal supervision.

· Ability to prioritize emergency calls.

· Strong problem solving and organizational skills to gather information from multiple sources for the purpose of developing alternative solutions to repair and maintenance issues.

Personal Attributes

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Balancing
: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces. Mobility and flexibility and ability to climb ladders.

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Stooping
: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.

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Kneeling
: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.

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Crouching
: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.

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Crawling
: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.

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Reaching
: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.

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Standing
: Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time.

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Walking
: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, and/or to move from one work site to another.

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Pushing
: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.

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Pulling
: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.

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Lifting
: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to-position.

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Grasping
: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.

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Heavy work
: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

· Must be able to read and write in English.

· Must be able to engage in manual and mechanical snow removal.

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Vision
: Visual acuity adequate to read small print and to drive a motor vehicle is required.

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Hearing
: The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented in English in person and on the phone is required.

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Speaking
: The ability to talk to others in English in person and on the phone and effectively convey information is required.

· Ability to give and take direction and to interface with decision makers in a professional manner and maintain confidential information.

Salary and Benefits

$ $31.25 an hour - Full-time (No Less Than 40 Hours)

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending