ABOUT US

CP Group, a vertically integrated commercial real estate and management firm, has been a leading owner-operator and developer of commercial real estate throughout the Sunbelt since 1986. Today, CP Group is the largest office landlord in Florida, Atlanta’s largest private commercial property owner, and in the top 25 of largest office landlords in the United States.
CP Group brings an extensive track record and unparalleled market insight to advance investors’ opportunities in the region’s most dynamic markets. Headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, the company has a corporate office in Atlanta and regional offices in Dallas, Denver, Jacksonville, Miami, and Washington DC.
Position: Building Engineer

SUMMARY:

The Building Engineer is a part of a team, reporting to a Chief Engineer or Assistant Chief Engineer. Building Engineers are responsible to ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, water treatment and life safety equipment and systems for the assigned property(s).
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) maintaining a clean and safe working environment, performing rounds, conducting routine assessments, performance of day-to-day preventive and corrective maintenance, construction, painting, fire protection, and housekeeping assignments for assigned property(s).
The Building Engineer must have the technical aptitude for building maintenance and repair as well as a can-do attitude and positive communication style that offers tenants high levels of customer service and a strong sense of confidence for timely resolution.
Building Engineers may be the only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments); may require shift work and/or on call duties. May be required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5 years related work experience in operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial property setting
• Universal CFC certification
• Experience in operation, maintenance and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, water systems, etc.
• Knowledgeable in energy management systems, energy reduction techniques and operations.
• Knowledge of front-end Building Automations Systems
• Thorough knowledge in all building systems operations, maintenance, and repair.
• Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word

• Customer service (internal and external clients)
• Perform all plumbing, electrical, or HVAC requirements of the building(s)
• Obtain quotes and hire appropriate vendor to complete some tasks
• Maintain heating equipment, chillers (air and/ or water cooled), DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, VAV, and air distribution systems, etc.
• Monitor and adjust all mechanical/pneumatic equipment, VFDs, steam stations, control gauges, distributor panels, valves, thermostats, diffusers, and other equipment necessary to provide a comfortable environment for the buildings
• Verify field conditions and perform any necessary repairs or adjustments
• Monitor Energy Management
• Repair doors, ceilings, hand railings, and floors and other general repairs, adjustments and installations about the property
• Perform repairs to plumbing fixtures (water closets, urinals, flush valve assemblies, lavatories)
• Perform preventive maintenance duties in accordance with OEM standards, building protocol, manufacturer recommendations and industry best practices; Including changing filters, cleaning coils, flushing condensers, punching tubes, greasing fan, pump and motor bearings as required, inspecting and adjusting belts, replacing motor bearings, aligning pulleys and shafts, monitor condenser, chilled, heating and secondary water chemical treatment and its associated feed equipment, clean and maintain cooling towers, and perform annual inspections and other scheduled routines as directed.
• Inspect engine room equipment, fan room equipment, cooling tower, all motors, house pumps, electric rooms, back-up generator, fire pump(s), sump pump(s), and ejector pumps.
• Replace lamps, light fixtures
• Trouble shoot and repair base building systems
• Conduct ongoing quality control inspections
• Develop routine cleaning schedules: clean sidewalks, streets, parking lots, warehouse fronts, riser rooms, telephone rooms, roof drains, etc.
• Assist with irrigation inspections, oversee irrigation repairs, monitor and clean irrigation pumping stations, etc.
• Manage structural repairs such as doors, roof/glass leaks, respond to tenant calls for leaks
• Monitor and manage card access system
• Respond to punch list items for tenant build outs
• Check for operating emergency exit signs and lights and ensure free and clear access to emergency stairs and exits. Perform additional fire and life safety inspections as per NFPA and local jurisdiction, OEM standards, building protocol and as directed by supervisors
• Document and report activities to supervisor
• Respond immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and tenant concerns
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives as relates to building operations and practice safe work habits
• Additional duties as assigned