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    Building Engineer - Washington, United States - JOHN AKRIDGE CO LLC

    JOHN AKRIDGE CO LLC
    JOHN AKRIDGE CO LLC Washington, United States

    1 week ago

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    Job DescriptionAkridge is a full-service commercial real estate company and a prominent investor and developer in the Washington, DC and North Carolina regions. We invest in, develop, and manage commercial real estate, from office buildings to mixed-use space. Since our founding in 1974, Akridge has acquired, developed, or entitled over 14 million square feet of commercial real estate and land. We believe in transforming the landscape of our nation's capital through places that make working more productive, playing more delightful, and living in our city more harmonious. Akridge is committed to sustainable development and operating practices, and has been recognized as an Energy Star Top Performer and Energy Star Partner of the Year. Some of Akridge's most notable projects include the 1 million square foot Gallery Place, the internationally recognized Homer Building, and the 3 million square foot Burnham Place air rights development project at Union Station. Akridge is proud to invest, build, and operate properties that provide lasting value for our investors, quality work environments for our Clients, and vibrant neighborhoods for our community. Our fully integrated platform allows us to enhance a property's value throughout every stage of development and operations. We acquire and develop properties that generate consistent and strong, above-market returns for our investment partners. Our developments become destinations that attract high-quality Clients and make neighborhoods more desirable. Our comprehensive real estate knowledge and experience enables us to create smart investment strategies that respond to market opportunities. Our operating and development expertise gives us an unparalleled ability to execute these strategies and deliver exceptional results. Akridge invests like an operator, and operates like an investor.

    Position Summary:

    The primary duty of a Building Engineer is to maintain the overall appearance and condition of the assigned property. Specifically, a Building Engineer is responsible for maintaining the mechanical, life safety, electrical, plumbing, and hardware systems of the assigned property in superior working condition and excellent appearance. The Building Engineer works under the direct supervision of the Chief I Lead Engineer and is responsible for the coordination and execution of scheduled activities, including corrective, preventive maintenance. The Building Engineer will assist in the performance of preventive and corrective maintenance, respond to service requests, and take on such other duties as are assigned by the Lead Engineer (if assigned), Chief Engineer, or Facilities Manager. He or she will maintain the building operating routine and carry out scheduled tasks at the highest level of efficiency and operation. A Building Engineer is to perform his or her duties in a timely, conscientious manner and maintain good communication with other building staff.

    Position Responsibilities:

    • Exhibit Proper use and care of company property such as any company vehicles, tools, communication equipment, uniforms or any other item belonging to the building or Akridge which the engineer may have access to during working hours.
    • Prepare time sheets in a timely, accurate and neat manner.
    • Operate building equipment and systems in accordance the instructions of the Lead Engineer, or Chief Engineer and within the parameters of the designed sequence of operation. Perform preventive and corrective maintenance as scheduled and directed by the building senior engineer
    • Monitor any and all work on the buildings life safety systems to ensure they are always available and operating at peak efficiency, and that when they are disabled for maintenance or repair that appropriate announcements and signs are posted.
    • Have the skills needed to conduct preventive maintenance, troubleshoot or repair: HVAC equipment, major and minor pumps, control systems, ventilation equipment, hardware, and plumbing systems in the assigned building.
    • Maintain good reading and writing skills as well as show his or her ability to initiate and communicate information thoroughly and accurately other building staff.
    • Follow through with work orders and assignments until they are completed.
    • Do whatever is required of him in the normal conduct of business to ensure customer satisfaction and that the buildings cleanliness and maintenance operations are carried out on a daily basis.
    • Identify and purchase repair parts and supplies as needed to maintain the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, hardware, and lighting systems of the building and to maintain the approved level of inventory of light bulb and mechanical spare parts.
    • Make budgeted expenditures or contract for services on behalf of the building as directed by the Chief I Lead Engineer, Facilities Manager, and unbudgeted expenditures with specific approval of the Facilities manager.
    • With other building staff maintain the cleanliness of all building mechanical and electrical rooms and see that they are kept clean, neat and in excellent condition at all times. He or she will also ensure that such rooms are not used for improper storage.
    • Coordinate proper coverage of all building staff positions with the Chief Engineer, Facilities manager and other senior engineers to ensure that temporary staff is available to cover absences.
    • Inspect the building mechanical areas and common areas, reporting problems to the Chief Engineer, or Facilities Manager as appropriate.

    Position Qualifications:

    • High school diploma or GED required
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook preferred
    • Strong communication skills

    If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please e-mail or call

    Akridge believes that diversity and inclusivity are essential to positive long-term success and achieving our strategic business goals. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage diverse and talented applicants to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.



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