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    Building Engineer - Minneapolis, United States - Transwestern

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    The Transwestern companies together comprise a privately held, diversified real estate services, investment management and development organization.

    A unique approach underlies our success. We do business differently by empowering our team members with the resources and independence to deliver extraordinary results to our clients. It's simple. We start with hiring hard-working, smart, genuinely good people, and organize them in collaborative cross-functional teams. We give them the support to outperform and the freedom to take ownership as they work to exceed our clients' expectations. We do business differently, and that makes us Transwestern.

    The Building Engineer is responsible for all day-to-day physical building and related support systems of the project under the supervision of the Chief Engineer at a Class A Office Tower in Downtown Minneapolis. The Building Engineer is also responsible for working directly with Property Management, Engineering Manager, and Regional Director of Engineering in implementing and maintaining the energy management system, preventative maintenance, quality standards, operating objectives, and goals of the owner and Transwestern (TW). This must be done in a manner that not only protects but also maximizes the value of the property. The Building Engineer must also exhibit legendary customer service when communicating with tenants, prospective tenants, vendors and owners.

    It is the policy of Transwestern that the highest possible professional standards be maintained at all times when performing your assigned duties and responsibilities. Our success as a business is directly related to the quality of service that we provide. In the performance of your duties as an Engineer as described below, you are accountable for all of your actions.

    Engineers are the most visible Transwestern employees at a property and must act accordingly. Your contact with tenants, prospective tenants, owners, and vendors is to be guided by the highest professional standards including positive, supportive and friendly behavior.

    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

    • Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, equipment, and grounds.
    • 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.
    • Perform assigned repairs, emergency, and preventive maintenance. Complete maintenance and repair records as required.
    • Take the lead to troubleshoot and repair of buildings and installed systems to include, but not limited to: plumbing systems, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, and HVAC.
    • May be required to direct mechanics, technicians, and outside contractors on assigned projects.
    • 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.
    • Maintain the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.
    POSITION REQUIREMENTS
    • 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 3 years building maintenance experience.
    • Thorough knowledge in all building systems operations, maintenance and repair.
    • 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.)
    • Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques, and operations.
    • 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.
    • Operate and use necessary manual and power-driven tools.
    • Strong organizational and analytical skills.
    • Strong customer service orientation.
    • May require shift work, overtime 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.
    • May be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments).
    • Climb ladders and stairs.
    WORK SHIFT
    First Shift (United States of America)

    LOCATION
    Minneapolis, MN

    We Are Transwestern

    Transwestern's Guiding Principles are woven into the fabric of our firm and underscore the value of each individual team member. We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion - not only as the right thing to do, but as a reflection of who we are. It is our responsibility and heartfelt desire to create an environment that elevates the human spirit and brings out the best in everyone. Transwestern offers an exciting work environment, competitive salary and excellent benefits, which include medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as a 401(K) plan. Transwestern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Third Party Agencies/Vendors

    Transwestern recognizes the valued service provided by its recruitment agencies and as such have a Preferred Supplier List, which whom terms of business have been agreed. Only suppliers who have signed these terms can engage with Transwestern and its Family of Companies. If you are interested in becoming a Preferred Supplier vendor, we invite you to email us only at Please provide relevant information about your agency, and our dedicated team will carefully review and approve your submission. We will reach out if we find that there is a potential match and interest in adding your agency to our preapproved recruiting vendors list. Agreements obtained outside of this formal process will not be recognized and will be deemed invalid. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in adhering to this established procedure. Thank you in advance.

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