Maintenance Building Engineer

Company Overview:
Saul Centers, Inc. is a self-managed, self-administered equity real estate investment trust, formed in 1993. Saul Centers operates and manages a real estate portfolio of 61 community and neighborhood shopping center and office properties totaling approximately 9.8 million square feet of leasable area.

Saul Centers’ primary operating strategy is to continue its program of internal growth, renovations, and expansions of community and neighborhood shopping centers that primarily service the day-to-day necessities and services subsector of the overall retail market.

Job Purpose/Summary of the Maintenance Building Engineer:
Assists Lead Engineer with the efficient and continual operation and maintenance of assigned building(s). The Assistant Engineer provides the physical labor necessary for all repairs and renovation programs not performed by others.

Summary of Competitive Benefits & Perks::
• Health/Medical Insurance including Dental and Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Bonus/Target Incentive
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Discounts via the company’s EAP
• Referral bonus
• Free on-site parking
• Plus more!

Core Company Competencies::
• Excellence: Demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and achieving the highest possible standards for performance.
• Ethics: Demonstrates a commitment to integrity, peer respect, and fairness. Continuously demonstrates a strong work ethic by exhibiting an indisputable drive to get the job done.
• Results: Consistently going above and beyond to deliver exceptional results and value for the team and the organization.

Core Job Competencies::
• Customer Service Focus: Responds to customer service requests in a timely, professional, and enthusiastic manner; gives high priority to customer satisfaction.
• Troubleshooting: Ability to diagnose problems and failures in job-related situations and technologies.

Essential Job Functions of the Maintenance Building Engineer::
• Under supervision of Lead Engineer, responsible for the repair, maintenance, and operation of assigned properties. Maintains building and site equipment for proper operation, doing repair work or calling for outside services as required. Major building systems include but are not limited to chillers, cooling towers, package units, pneumatic controls, energy management systems, transformers, switchgear, elevators, plumbing, and security systems and fire/life/safety systems.
• Performs general maintenance repairs such as basic carpentry repairs, floor repairs, minor plumbing and electrical repairs, painting and plaster repairs, minor glazing, light bulb and fluorescent tube replacement, and other related building repairs or maintenance.
• Assists building engineering staff in duties requiring physical labor; correction of emergency conditions such as sewer back-ups or water flooding of office space; erection of scaffolding; snow removal; cleaning of boilers or operating equipment; and other related tasks.
• Inspects properties daily to ensure that buildings are in good operating order and appearance.
• Assists and supervises outside contractors to ensure that complete and acceptable service is provided. Supervise all cleaning vendors to ensure adequate cleaning of building.
• On a 24-hour basis, responds as necessary to any building emergencies. Engineer carries a company cell phone at all times in order to respond to emergencies. Takes necessary steps to safeguard or minimize damage to property.
• Demonstrates by word and deed a positive customer service attitude for all staff members, emphasizing the importance of tenant satisfaction and retention.
• Completes required paperwork, inspections reports and online work orders related to tenant service requests, procurement of services or supplies as well as reports on maintenance or security issues.

Required Skills & Abilities of the Maintenance Building Engineer::
• The incumbent should have past work experience demonstrating a mechanical aptitude and skill in building trades such as HVAC, electrical, or plumbing.
• Hands on experience with basic tools and materials in the performance of maintenance repairs.
• Basic skills for utilizing and maintaining mobile devices and applications.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks necessary to perform maintenance duties for an office property including but not limited to some heavy lifting, working with hand tools, climbing ladders, crawling into and around equipment, reading instruments, and using computers.

Experience / Education / Certifications of the Maintenance Building Engineer::
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• CFC Refrigerant Handling Certification
• 2-3 years’ work experience in a service or maintenance position.

Physical / Environment Requirements of the Maintenance Building Engineer::
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation to properties located in the Greater Metro Washington area.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks necessary to perform maintenance duties for an office property including but not limited to some heavy lifting, working with hand tools, climbing ladders, crawling into and around equipment, reading instruments, and using computers.

Saul Centers, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We foster an environment that recognizes employees’ unique skillsets and ensure that all employees have an equal opportunity to grow and advance.

If you are a candidate in need of assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact [email protected] or 301-986-6000.

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