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Transwestern · 2 hours ago

Lead Engineer

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Transwestern is a dynamic enterprise in the commercial real estate sector, committed to providing innovative solutions and service excellence. The Lead Building Engineer is responsible for performing complex preventive maintenance and repair of buildings and systems, ensuring optimal operation and safety.

Commercial Real EstateProperty ManagementReal Estate

Responsibilities

Review the daily work order and assigns tasks as necessary. Monitor repeat problems and make suggestions on how to correct

Oversee and inspect the work performed by engineering staff. Determine that work is complete, equipment is fully functional and client space is in prime working condition

Formulate and implement a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life

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

Review assigned work orders. Estimate time and materials needed to complete repair. Maintain inventory of adequate supplies and tools and order necessary materials to complete all tasks

Consult with the Chief Engineer or Property Manager and clients to schedule preventive maintenance and other downtime to minimize business interruption and inconvenience

Perform assigned repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance. Complete maintenance and repair records as required

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

Responsible for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by your work

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

HVAC systemsBuilding maintenancePreventive maintenanceEnergy managementElectrical systemsPlumbing systemsMicrosoft OfficeCustomer serviceOrganizational skills

Required

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 5 years building maintenance experience

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

Experience in operation, maintenance and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, water systems, etc

Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques and operations

Thorough knowledge in all building systems operations, maintenance and repair

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

Strong organizational and analytical skills

Must effectively present information

Strong customer service orientation

May require shift work 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

Lift and carry objects of up to 50 pounds for distances of up to 30 feet

Maybe required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments)

Climb ladders and stairs