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Cushman & Wakefield · 2 hours ago

Life Science Engineer 1

Cambridge, MA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Cushman & Wakefield is a company focused on maintaining the integrity of building systems. The Life Science Engineer 1 role involves operating advanced building systems efficiently, performing maintenance and repairs, and ensuring positive tenant relations while adhering to safety procedures.

CommercialCommercial Real EstateConsultingLeasingLegalProperty Management

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Operate advanced building systems in a critical environment ensuring minimal downtime

Advanced ability to read and understand complex drawings, ladder diagrams and schematics

Perform and/or oversee the day-to-day efficient operation, maintenance and repair of all building and site systems for assigned properties. Building systems include but are not limited to HVAC, electrical, lighting, plumbing, energy management, water treatment, hardware, keying and fire protection

Perform and/or oversee the installation, fabrication, construction, troubleshooting and repair or maintenance of complex mechanical and electrical equipment independently

Receive work assignments, plan and/or generate work to be performed and obtain necessary tools, equipment and materials. Complete assignments and paperwork in a timely manner

Oversee and/or assist Building Engineers and Maintenance Technicians with troubleshooting of building systems as needed

Perform water treatment and testing as needed, reviews weekly water treatment reports for deficiencies

Assist in the monitoring of contractors, inspecting work and generating deficiency lists

Provide proper care to the assigned equipment, tools, and uniforms. Keep the shop, penthouse equipment rooms and common areas clean, organized and safe

Follow and/or oversee inspection and service procedures outlined in the preventive maintenance and loss control programs. Coordinate, conduct and/or provide support in the day-to-day completion, organization and accuracy of preventive maintenance and loss control

Accurately complete tenant requests, repair work and related records for the respective site/buildings as required. Follow applicable government / local authority requirements (e.g. Orders of Condition) and other records for assigned properties

Regularly inspect all areas of the site/building(s) and report deficiencies as well as suggestions for improvements and take initiative to correct as appropriate

Employ service procedures and techniques in accordance with established procedures

Maintain logs on daily activities and events as required

Provide technical support to the Lead and Chief Engineer. Assist in the technical training of less experienced staff

Effectively communicate to the appropriate party/parties the status and activity of building operations and conditions and promptly report any potential or existing problems

Available for various shifts, to fill in for other staff, and to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays to ensure adequate building coverage and perform necessary repairs as needed. Respond to after hours emergencies such as fire, flooding, severe weather, power outage and other related situations including clean-up activities per on-call procedures or as requested in critical situations

Promote, establish and maintain positive relations with tenants via proactive communication, routine follow-up and a high level of customer service

Review the BMS and energy monitoring systems on a daily basis to ensure energy efficient operations

Attends trainings and classes in order to further enhance knowledge where applicable

Proven ability to respond to all situations in an urgent manner and address the situation until a resolution is met

Willingness to attend schooling to obtain different licenses/certifications as required

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

HVAC systemsElectrical systemsPlumbing systemsWater treatmentBuilding management systemsTechnical supportCustomer serviceCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required