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Kemper Development Company · 1 day ago

Commercial Building Engineer

Bellevue, WA, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$35/hr - $40/hr

3+ years exp

Kemper Development Company is a family-owned business located in Downtown Bellevue, dedicated to building community and fostering cultural growth. They are seeking a Commercial Building Engineer responsible for the maintenance, operation, and repair of building systems across their portfolio, ensuring optimal functionality and customer service.

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Responsibilities

Detailed, scheduled maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, steam systems, and specialty items such as general mechanical or electrical work that may be assigned

Perform preventive maintenance work, including entering equipment performance data on the necessary records consistent with the maintenance system in the building

Repair, troubleshoot, and assist with installation of any and all mechanical systems that are the contractor’s responsibility, including heating, ventilation, and cooling systems and all related equipment as it applies

Ensures completion of maintenance and repair jobs in accordance with established standards

Patrols, inspects, logs and maintains all mechanical, HVAC, electrical, piping and plumbing systems and equipment as required to the end that the most economical and efficient results may be obtained

Responsible for assisting with fire/life/safety and security programs

Ability to perform special projects as assigned

Handles sensitive and confidential information, and works independently and within a team

Responsible to coordinate, plan and schedule maintenance and operation of building systems and equipment

Troubleshoot and repair building systems as needed in a timely fashion, along with appropriate records as to what was actually done and why

Communicates and fosters teamwork with other Kemper Departments to ensure agreements are successfully managed, opportunities are maximized, and customer’s expectations are exceeded

Qualification

HVACElectrical systemsPlumbingBuilding systems maintenanceEnergy Management SystemsLife Safety systemsComputer proficiencyCustomer ServiceDependabilityTeamworkCommunication skillsProblem solving

Required

High School Diploma/GED, Trade school or some college preferred

3 years of progressive experience in Building systems maintenance

Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with no major or continuing driving offenses that demonstrate a lack of concern for safety in the last 5 years

Attendance is a significant consideration in this job classification

English reading/writing skills and verbal communication skills are required

Must be dependable, responsible, honest, and hardworking

Must be able to learn quickly and follow directions

Must be able to communicate using a hand-held radio

Must have good interpersonal skills

Must be able to read and interpret system plans and schematics and to apply troubleshooting skills to repair and maintain systems and equipment

Functions well under stress, maintaining composure and reflecting a professional demeanor

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are required; proactive communication skills are a requisite for establishing and maintaining tenant and team confidence

Thorough knowledge and understanding of all company and department policies

Thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices related to customer service and tenant relations

Uses logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions before making decisions

Uses logic in problem solving in order to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions

Read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures

Subject to call 24/7, carrying company issued cell phone and/or other electronic communication device(s) that will allow employee to be responsive to portfolio

Ability to analyze things that need to be changed, and then implement change in a sensitive, effective, and legally sound manner, sharing or giving credit to others when appropriate

Computer proficiency in standard software including Microsoft Office and applicable maintenance programs

Must be able to respond to all supervisor requests in a safe, efficient, and timely manner

Deal with people in a manner showing sensitivity, tact, and professionalism