Assistant Chief Engineer

Assistant Chief EngineerHeadquartered in Atlanta, Cousins is a fully integrated, self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust (REIT). Cousins has a simple, compelling strategy: Premier urban Sun Belt office portfolio, Disciplined about capital allocation, Best-in-class balance sheet, with Strong local operating platforms. Acting through its operating partnership, Cousins Properties LP, primarily invests in Class A office buildings located in high-growth Sun Belt markets. Cousins Properties (NYSE: CUZ) develops, owns, and manages a 20 million square foot trophy office portfolio in the high-growth Sun Belt markets of Atlanta, Austin, Charlotte, Dallas, Nashville, Tampa, and Phoenix.Founded in 1958, Cousins creates shareholder value through its extensive expertise in the development, acquisition, leasing, and management of high-quality real estate assets. The Company has a comprehensive strategy in place based on a simple platform, trophy assets, and opportunistic investments. For more information, please visit The Assistant Chief Engineer requires hands-on maintenance of building systems for the safe, efficient, and proper operation of assigned properties. This role performs repairs and assists in the operation, monitoring, and performance of preventative maintenance and project administration on building systems as necessary. This role will also perform selected management duties as assigned. In the absence of the Chief Engineer will perform all the duties required of the Chief Engineer on a short-term basis.This position is located in Atlanta, GA. This position is on-site. This is not a remote or hybrid position.ResponsibilitiesElectrical Systems:Possess an understanding of A.C. circuits and safety proceduresTrouble-shoot and find short circuits or ground in single or three-phase A.C. circuitsReplace outlets, switches, lighting ballasts, circuit breakers and motor control startersHVAC Systems:Possess an understanding of the refrigeration cycle. Must have passed the test for a universal CFC licenseConduct preventative maintenance of air handling unitsRespond to HVAC calls and make repairs or adjustments as neededTest and adjust chemical treatment levels in water systemPerform daily inspections on chillers. Make adjustments as necessary. Record findings in the chiller log.Replace belts, motors, bearings, actuators, and valves on air handling units and cooling towersAdjust pneumatic or direct digital control (DDC) controllers and actuators for proper operationAdjust set points, start-up and temperature on building energy management systemTrouble-shoot power induction units (PIU) or Fan Powered Terminal Units (FPIU) to determine if operating properlyTrouble-shoot, adjust, and balance pumping systemLife Safety Systems:Possess an understanding of the operation of the property's life safety systemsIdentify and respond to fire alarm and trouble calls. Properly enable and disable points.Conduct a weekly inspection of Emergency Generator and Fire Pump and record results in log. Make recommendations for outside service as appropriate.Miscellaneous Systems:Repair and replace door closures, door hardware and door operatorsAdjust and repair security systemsPossess an understanding of mechanical drawings and wiring diagramsManagement Responsibilities:Maximize performance and develop professional abilities of assigned personnel. May directly supervise one or more employees.May assist with interviewing candidates for engineering positionsCounsel subordinates and record disciplinary actionAdminister projects, including drafting proposals, developing scope of work, conducting the bidding process, overseeing contract performance, and closing out the projectPrepare Engineering budgets for utilities, repairs and maintenance, and capital improvements. Budgeting duties may include estimating utility consumption and costs and estimating repair and maintenance budget line items.Monitor variances from the operating budget and report findings to Property Manager or supervisorPrepare written reports as required and present them to appropriate Property Management or Engineering officialsManage and execute the preventive maintenance program, including automated application programsSupervise the work of vendors and contractorsAssist Property Management as requiredMiscellaneous Responsibilities:Must be available for afterhours and weekend assignments/emergency calls. The level of availability will be the same as the Chief Engineer position with 24 hours, 7 days a week readiness. Exceptions such as during PTO times will be requested to the Chief Engineer.Must coordinate PTO schedule under the direction of the Chief Engineer with the intent of having either the Chief or Assistant Chief present while the other is outMust be available for remedial tasks such as painting, cleaning and unclogging toilets or drainsAssist the Chief Engineer in overseeing preventative and operational maintenance practices in accordance with industry standards and the Cousins Way ManualAssume team leadership and project oversight as delegated by or necessary to assist the Chief EngineerPerform functions of other Engineers in their absence, as necessitated by circumstances or determined by supervisorPeriodically review and inspect work performed by less experienced EngineersThe above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities.Required or preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:A minimum of 8 years of experience in the building maintenance industryA high school diploma or GED is requiredTo perform this job successfully the incumbent must work well with others and interface positively with customersThe position requires some specialized training in various types of tools and building equipment.A certified and accredited trade school degree in HVAC, electronic, or other industry related trade may be credited for up to two of the eight yearsRequires knowledge and expertise in the operation of heavy equipment such as chillers, generators, switchgear, pumps, air handling units etc.Must be knowledgeable in basic personal computer operation and capable of producing basic spreadsheets, memos, and e-mail messages. Typing skills are beneficial to the position.Equivalent union training and certification is also acceptableShould be knowledgeable in the safe and proper use of the following tools: Ladders, lifts, basic hand tools, multimeters, amp probes, anemometers (airflow meter & hood), pressure gauges, drain augers, plungers, safety goggles, ear protection, and fire extinguishersThis is an entry-level management position. Must have prior experience with assigning team projects, helping, and teaching others, and accepting responsibility for actions and results.Responsiveness – Need to perform responsibilities with an acute sense of urgency to meet the needs of others; respond to solve problems; willing to accept a variety of tasks associated with this positionIntegrity - Demonstrate sound business ethics; consistently comply with organizational values; protect confidential informationCustomer Service – Demonstrate optimum customer service delivery while performing all job functionsCommunication - Able to clearly express ideas; present verbal information in a straightforward manner; ask questions in order to open channels of communication; listen to understand perspective of othersPhysical Demands:Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 4 hours in lengthMust be able to bend, stoop, squat, and stretch to fulfill cleaning and repair/maintenance tasksMust be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular and continuing basisRequires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, handling objects, reaching with hands and arms, talking, listening and hearing ability, and visual acuityCousins is an equal opportunity employer where employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and aptitude. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, age,