Building Engineer

Building Engineer

Location: Getzville, NY

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 3 months (contract-to-hire potential)
• Start: Immediately
• Pay Rate: $23.00 $25.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 4:30 PM
• 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. Work will be done independently and as part of a team within an office building with a commercial-grade cooling system.

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 company 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 mechanical preventive maintenance (PMs)
• Conduct event set-ups
• Perform building rounds
• Painting and patching
• Light plumbing
• General maintenance

Required Skills

• Good mechanical skills
• General carpentry skills
• Basic electrical skills
• Basic plumbing skills
• General HVAC skills
• Good teamwork
• Customer service skills
• CMMS experience
• Basic computer skills
• 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

Preferred Skills

• Great mechanical aptitude
• Any HVAC or electrical certifications
• Universal CFC certification
• Prior shift management or supervisory experience

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma required
• In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered
• Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions

Required Experience

• 5 years of experience in a related building engineering or facilities maintenance role
• 4 5 years of job-related experience (required alongside diploma; combination of experience and education accepted in lieu of diploma)

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Must meet physical requirements including stooping, standing, walking, and climbing stairs/ladders
• Ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more
• Office building with commercial-grade cooling system

Important Notes

• Background package: Safety-specific background check with drug screen required
• Interview process: 1st round in-person with Hiring Manager; 2nd round virtual with client
• Open headcount position with potential to convert to full-time employee (FTE)

Benefits

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

About the Client

Leading global commercial real estate services and investments company. 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. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!

Job Number: 26-07163 Industry: Engineering

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