Engineer

Transwestern is a vertically integrated commercial real estate firm dedicated to serving investors, partners and clients through expertise in investment, development, brokerage and property management. Our experience spans diverse property types, including logistics, multifamily, retail, mixed-use, healthcare, office, data centers, hotel, and life sciences. Across 35 offices nationwide, our team is united by a culture that cultivates agility, mutual trust and high performance.Transwestern Services turns strategy into reality with consistency and accountability, collaborating to provide dynamic, tailored solutions. Whether representing a tenant, advising an investor or repositioning an asset, we operate with tenacity and own the outcome every time. Our 2,200-strong team works across service lines, ready to activate our full platform to deliver a customized, cohesive experience for clients.POSITION SUMMARY:The Building Engineer is responsible for completing work orders, grounds maintenance, painting, caulking, HVAC, plumbing, drywall, electrical and completing maintenance on buildings as needed. The Building Engineer will perform general preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, equipment and grounds. The Building Engineer will also monitor the building operations and performance.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, equipment, and grounds.Inspect building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.Perform assigned repairs, emergency, and preventive maintenance. Complete maintenance and repair records as required.Take the lead to troubleshoot and repair of buildings and installed systems to include, but not limited to: plumbing systems, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, and HVAC.May be required to direct mechanics, technicians, and outside contractors on assigned projects.Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.Maintain an energy management program to ensure measures are taken to operate all systems in the most efficient manner to keep operating costs at a minimum.Maintain the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.Perform other duties as assigned.POSITION REQUIREMENTS:High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of two years of related experience and/or trade school training or equivalent combination of education and experience.A minimum of 3 years building maintenance experience.Thorough knowledge in all building systems operations, maintenance and repair.Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses, such as Refrigeration Certificate of Fitness, High Pressure Boiler License, High Pressure Steam Operator, etc.)Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques, and operations.Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.Must have a thorough understanding of HVAC, electrical and building automation systems.Ability to understand and give general instructions in standard situations.Operate and use necessary manual and power-driven tools.Strong organizational and analytical skills.Strong customer service orientation.May require shift work, overtime and/or on call duties.Stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pump, tools, ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting device.May be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments).Climb ladders and stairs.WORK SHIFT:First Shift (United States of America)LOCATION:The Woodlands, TXThis is a dynamic, on-site role that places you at the heart of the action. As a result, an essential function of this position is working on-site. Remote or hybrid options are not available. Being on property allows you to build strong relationships with clients and tenants, respond in real time, and make a visible impact every day.ABOUT USOur firm is built on a shared purpose: Empowering good people to do extraordinary things together. We hire smart, passionate, hard-working people who value both collaboration and independence. United by our brand promise, we own the outcome for clients, investors and partners. Learn more at transwestern.com.All candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include criminal history, education verification, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification. In addition, your employment with Transwestern is subject to successfully passing a drug screen check prior to you starting with the firm. #J-18808-Ljbffr