Building Engineer Intern

Job Title

Building Engineer Intern

Job Description Summary

This position supports the Assistant and/or Chief Engineer and Sr. Facilities Manager in the day-to-day maintenance, repair, and efficient operation of all building systems and equipment on behalf of the client. The Engineer Intern will accurately and perform timely routine operation, inspection, maintenance, and repairs all HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment, and systems in assigned facilities to obtain the most efficient operating results and life expectancy. Can include HVAC, boiler, heating, refrigeration, water, and energy systems to ensure the effective operation of the client facility. This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Position assures that equipment is being maintained in an energy efficient and safe manner, and downtime is reduced to a minimum by anticipation of necessary repairs and maintaining records of past operating experiences. Performs inspections and repairs to assigned property interior and exterior areas, including walls and flooring, installed fixtures, roofing systems, lighting, etc. The Building Engineer Intern will perform at the highest of ethical standards, reflecting the core values of C&W as defined in its Business Code of Conduct, Policies and Procedures Manual, and other related company policies.

Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Ensure ongoing preventive maintenance and repair work orders on facility mechanical, electrical, lighting, and other installed systems, equipment, and other components.

• Maintain, operate, and repair all HVAC systems and associated equipment, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, building interior/exterior repair, and related grounds as it pertains to assigned client buildings.

• Performs major HVAC repairs including compressor replacement, condenser replacement, evaporator coil replacement, condenser coil replacement, etc.

• Performs major plumbing replacements including domestic water piping, steam trap repairs, sewage line repairs, bathroom fixture repairs, etc.

• Perform electrical repairs including running and bending conduit piping, pulling cables, performing electrical panel maintenance, electric motor maintenance, and predictive maintenance using a merger on said motors and compressors.

• Perform assigned facility inspections and due diligence efforts, reporting on as-found conditions impacting satisfactory client occupancy and operations.

• Respond effectively to all emergencies. May require light travel during emergency events.

• Operation, maintenance, and repair of all boilers, heaters, pumps, valves, and lines used in the distribution of steam and heated or processed water.

• Operation, maintenance, and repair of refrigerant compressors, condensers, evaporators, traps, transfer pumps, expansion valves, stop valves, and float valves, together with all refrigerant lines and devices used to control temperature, and air conditioning systems in their entirety.

• Operation, maintenance, and repair of pumps handling water or other secondary refrigerating liquids together with all valves, appurtenances, and lines used in the system.

General Maintenance may include but is not limited to:

Repairs on toilet facilities including soap dispensers.

Repairs on registers and radiators.

Replacement of lamps and cleaning of light fixtures.

Removing ceiling tile.

Minor repairs on furniture and floors.

Maintaining and/or replacing door hardware.

Repair of floor maintenance equipment and Venetian blinds.

Maintenance painting in equipment rooms, cooling towers, and other building facilities.

Assist in the replacement of filters in the HVAC equipment.

General cleaning in mechanical spaces and perimeter inductions units

Cleanup of equipment in the engine room and shop

Miscellaneous handyman work requires the limited use of hand tools.

Replace fire extinguishers when needed

Qualifications:

Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related degree

Strong organizational and time management skills

Strong written and verbal communications skills

Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies

Strong work ethic - Highly motivated and willing to do what it takes to get the job done right

The ability to work independently as well as part of a team

The ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment

The ability to travel and/or relocate as required

Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

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