Job Description

Job ID#: 27452

Senior Property Engineer
Galleria Area | Fully in-office
***Commercial building maintenance experience required
***Universal CFC certification required

Purpose of Position:
The Senior Property Engineer plays a critical role in maintaining and repairing building systems to ensure safe, efficient, and proper operation. This is an active hands-on position, not a desk job, requiring a team player with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent technical skills. The ideal candidate will take a proactive approach to maintenance tasks, provide technical assistance to coworkers, and demonstrate leadership in team projects.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Complies with all applicable codes, regulations, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and follows safety protocols.
• Acts as a role model for shift operations, completing work orders efficiently and assisting coworkers as needed.
• Coordinates with subcontractors when required.
• Performs preventive and operational maintenance programs with a hands-on approach.
• Electrical: Troubleshoots electrical systems, circuits, and components; replaces outlets, switches, lighting ballasts, and more.
• HVAC: Diagnoses and maintains HVAC systems and Central Plant operations, including building automation systems (BAS). Responds to HVAC calls and maintains mechanical equipment.
• Life Safety: Maintains and manages life safety systems, responding to alarms and conducting inspections.
• General Maintenance: Reads mechanical drawings, repairs doors and hardware, and maintains security systems.
• Maintains tools and equipment and orders necessary materials.
• Provides input on engineering budgets and capital improvements.
• Updates job knowledge through training, professional development, and industry networking.

Requirements:

• Hands-on experience with tools and heavy equipment, including chillers, generators, pumps, and air handling units.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Excellent customer service, time management, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer tasks, including email and spreadsheets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Availability for after-hours and weekend assignments or emergency calls.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Education and Work Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in building operation/maintenance .
• Universal CFC certification required.
• Systems Maintenance Technician (SMT) and/or Systems Maintenance Administrator (SMA) designations preferred.
• Maintenance Electrician License preferred.
• City of Houston Stationary Engineer License (any level) preferred.

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