Building Engineer (Conroe, TX)

Building Engineer

Paladin Consulting is currently hiring a Building Engineer to join our team working onsite at our client's office located in Conroe, TX. We work with companies that offer environments for our employees to contribute, learn, and advance their career. We treat you like you are part of the family.

Job Title: Building Engineer

Work Location: Conroe, TX

Duration: Long-term contract with option to hire

Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm; OT as needed. On call for emergencies only.

Education/Experience Required: High school or equivalent; trade school preferred

Job Description:

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.

Responsibilities:

• 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 inspection 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 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.

Resource's typical working day:

• This is a work order guided position
• Responsible for building and grounds
• Painting
• Mechanical work
• Basic plumbing
• Basic electrical

Skills & Qualifications:

• 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.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Any applicable licenses preferred, not required

Must Have Skills:

• Mechanical aptitude
• Basic electrical skills
• Basic plumbing skills
• Great customer service skills
• Must be comfortable going up on the roof

Nice to have skills:

• Forklift experience
• HVAC experience
• Dock door experience
• Leveler experience

Software skills:

• Basic computer skills
• Basic tablet skills
• Email/communication skills

Paladin is an EEOC employer.