Facilities Building Engineer

Overview When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company's esteemed annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S.News & World Report's Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.. Responsibilities Perform preventative maintenance work on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC related equipment. Troubleshoot operations failures and re-establish building services under minimal supervision. Supervise maintenance work as needed. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution. Two or more years experience in commercial HVAC or related experience. Interact with employees, visitors, and contractors with poise and diplomacy. Understand policies and procedures of the company and of the assigned property. Successful completion of the Hines Engineering Training program phase for the Building Engineer position. Display proficiency in two (2) or more categories of the Engineering Assessment Guidelines and possesses ability to provide training in these areas. Proficient in computer skills to effectively administer and implement changing requirements within the engineering programs. Read and understand a variety of instructions, including equipment instruction manuals, furnished in written, oral, or schedule form. Read and use all types of testing equipment, analog digital multi‑meters, pressure and temperature indicating and recording devices, air flow measuring devices, and leak detection devices. Knowledge and proper use of basic hand tools (i.e., socket sets, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, saws, and hammers, etc.). Understand correct usage of power tools (pneumatic, electric or engine drive), drill motors, saws, grinder, and impact wrenches, etc. Understand correct usage of all personal safety equipment. Able to perform mathematical computations related to building operations for problem solving building comfort and operation issues. Communicate effectively, both verbally and written. Maintain calm demeanor in emergency situations. Work indoors approximately 80% of the time and outdoors approximately 20% of the time. Use olfactory, auditory, and visual senses. Ability to lift 25 lbs. or more. Climb up and down stairs and ladders. Access remote work areas and confined spaces (i.e., crawl spaces, roofs). Use full range of manual dexterity (i.e., sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting). Meet the shift working requirements of the assigned property; shifts may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and some holidays. Work overtime as business needs deem appropriate. When applicable, obtain city and/or government licenses or permits, i.e., the EPA CFC Universal Certification Technician certificate, Boiler Operators permit, and State of Texas Maintenance Electricians License. If, upon hire or promotion to this position, an individual does not have the required permits or licenses, the individual will obtain those permits or licenses within six months of the promotion or six months from the date eligible for the license or permit. When applicable refers to meeting any minimum eligibility standards required by City or State authorities, e.g., the State of Texas requires that an employee has 8,000 hours of experience before being eligible to sit for the State issued Maintenance Electricians License. Compensation Base salary: $63,000 - $79,200 per year. Bonus Pay: $63,000.00 - $79,200.00 per year. Benefits 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Work Location In person. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hines Real Estate