Job Overview: 

As the Building Engineer you will ensure the building and facility is livable, safe and compliant by supervising and performing regular inspections, preventive and routine maintenance, repairs, and coordinating and managing vendors and staff.  

Your Responsibilities: 

Ensure building and systems are maintained properly and in safe working order (mechanical systems, electrical, fire safety, access control, HVAC/ chiller boiler, sprinkler systems, etc)  Manage preventive inspection and maintenance schedule and corresponding work  Keep accurate operational, maintenance and repair logs along with other necessary paperwork  Coordinate and supervise maintenance activities, projects and repairs  Plan and implement modifications and improvements  Schedule and coordinate state inspections of building and equipment (annual fire system testing, elevator inspections, recall testing, etc.)  Ensure the building has required permits  Ensure emergency maintenance situations are handled timely and properly  Maintain an emergency response plan, including vendors and other necessary contacts  Respond to emergencies as needed which may include weekends, holidays, or overnight 

 

Skills and Qualifications: 

Knowledge of building mechanics (i.e. plumbing, HVAC/ boiler chiller systems, electrical systems, rooftop pool maintenance, etc)  Organized, with the ability to prioritize and adjust to incoming demands  Able to use tools, equipment, and chemicals safely  Superior manual dexterity skills  Understanding of budgeting  Proven leadership skills  Able to work independently and as part of a team  Superb attention to detail 

 

Education and Experience: 

HOA and/ or residential maintenance: 2+ years (Required)  Property OR High-Rise Management OR equivalent: 2+ years (Required)  Excellent handyman skills, including maintenance in electrical, plumbing, and HVAC (2+ years Preferred)  EPA 608 Certification required 

 

Physical Requirements: 

Able to sit or stand for long periods of time  Able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs  Able to work in confined spaces  Able to perform in various weather conditions (i.e. rain, heat, cold, wind, etc)  Able to respond to on-site emergencies on nights, holidays, and/or weekends 

 

Work Location: Silver Spring, MD

Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 hours per day, plus on-call responsibilties  

  

What We Offer: 

11 company paid holidays  Paid volunteer time  Paid sick and vacation time  Medical, dental, vision  HSA and FSA  Company paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Plan  Supplemental life, disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity  Identity theft, legal services  Pet insurance  401(k) with company match 

 

Compensation: $85,000 - $90,000 / annual 

 

About us: 

FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada. 

Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, and retirement benefits, career training, and support for continued professional development. 

Experience exceptional service with a fulfilling career in property management with FirstService Residential.