Building Engineer

Building Engineer

Location: Mercer Island, WA

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 4 months (with possible extension)
• Pay Rate: $36.00-$41.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM with opportunities for overtime
• Conversion Potential: Yes - potential to convert to full-time employee (FTE)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

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, responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems. The candidate will be working in a broadcasting center. Work will be done as part of a team.

Key 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 inspections 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.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information.
• Perform preventative maintenance including HVAC, fire extinguishers, and generator checks.
• Escort vendors on-site.
• Respond to client needs including light plumbing and patching/painting.

Required Skills

• Proven track record with commercial or industrial maintenance (residential or hotel maintenance experience not applicable)
• Highly professional
• Great customer service skills
• Basic computer skills
• Basic email skills
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions
• 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

Preferred Skills

• Electrical experience

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma required; trade school preferred but equivalent experience will be accepted
• Universal CFC certification preferred
• EPA 608 highly preferred but not required
• Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions
• Prior shift management or supervisory experience preferred

Required Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in commercial or industrial maintenance
• 4-5 years of job-related experience (in lieu of diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered)

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Must meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, and climbing stairs/ladders
• Ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more
• Overtime opportunities available
• It is very important to the client that all employees are kind to each other; they place a high importance on everyone working well together

Important Notes

• Interview process: 1st round virtual (Google Meet), 2nd round in-person with a site tour
• Background package: Safety Specific - with drug screen

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

Leading global commercial real estate services and investments. We provide data-driven solutions for all clients across sectors and geographies. Leverage our market insights and technology to transform your business. Join our team for career growth; we offer a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment with global resources.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-07162 Industry: Engineering

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