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Maryland Legal Aid · 2 days ago

Building Engineer

Baltimore, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$47K/yr - $56K/yr

3+ years exp

Maryland Legal Aid (MLA) is dedicated to advocating for Marylanders experiencing poverty through free civil legal services. They are seeking a skilled and proactive Building Engineer to maintain and operate their Baltimore City building, oversee contractors, and ensure the timely resolution of maintenance issues.

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Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive inspections of building hallways, bathrooms, staircases, public areas, emergency exits, building systems, and equipment to identify and mitigate actual or potential issues

Execute weekly, monthly, and quarterly maintenance activities, including testing fire alarms, emergency lighting, and reviewing building automation systems

Manage outsourced maintenance tasks, including HVAC system checks, fire device inspections, plumbing inspections, security systems, and electrical system evaluations

Perform workstation set-ups for Baltimore City offices

Maintain an adequate inventory of building supplies that are required for the day-to-day operation of the building

Ensure that all building entryways and sidewalks are clean and unobstructed

Serve as the primary contact/point person with all contractors for building-related maintenance and repairs

Manage and coordinate all repairs, maintenance, and other building-related activities with the contractors/trades

Ensure contractors adhere to service agreements and complete tasks to the company’s standards

Conduct regular meetings with contractors to review performance and address any issues

Ensure that bids/quotes from Contractors align with MLA service standards, including the provision of Certificates of Insurance (COIs), and Substantial Completion Dates for capital projects

Track task completion and generate reports via Monday.com

Ensure timely resolution of maintenance tickets, prioritizing urgent requests and closing tickets within established timelines

Operate and maintain building automation systems to optimize energy efficiency

Monitor and adjust HVAC systems to maintain building occupancy comfort

Address and resolve building system malfunctions promptly to minimize disruptions

Manage security access card system and key log

Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and building codes

Troubleshoot and respond to unexpected/emergency maintenance requests

Conduct regular safety checks and audits. Implement corrective actions as needed

Serve as MLA’s primary contact/point person for all after-hours, weekend, and holiday burglar and fire alarm system trouble calls

Ensure that all safety devices are in satisfactory working order (e.g. AED machines, Fire Extinguishers)

Participate in emergency preparedness drills and maintain readiness for building emergencies

Qualification

Building systems knowledgeHVAC managementElectrical systems knowledgePlumbing systems knowledgeBuilding maintenance certificationCustomer service skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills