Building Maintenance Technician

Established in 1990, Owens Realty Services is a full-service commercial brokerage, investment, management, maintenance, housekeeping and environmental services company. Our comprehensive roster of services efficiently and economically manages the operation of sophisticated real estate investment portfolios, residential apartment and condominium complexes, government buildings, educational facilities, corporate campuses, high-profile venues and family entertainment parks in both the public and private sector. Owens Realty Services affiliates with significant industry associations to stay on the forefront of the development of new management models, marketing strategies, maintenance techniques and industry product lines. We integrate industry best practices to achieve the highest quality of service delivery for our clients.

With an emphasis on customized management plans, our services result in maintaining the maximum life cycles for critical capital investments, a healthy and clean environment for all building tenants and visitors, as well as substantial cost savings. Owens Realty Services saves our clients, on average, approximately $1.00 per square foot in operational cost savings.

Owens Realty Services portfolio includes over 25 million square feet of first class, high profile facilities in Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Rhode Island, and New York with a value of more than $8 billion in real estate net worth and $30 million in gross annual revenue. With over 1,000 industry professionals company-wide, our organization continues to experience extraordinary growth attributed to our overwhelming commitment and dedication to the absolute best and most innovative services in the industry.

Our employees experience a dynamic and rewarding place to work. We have a reputation for outstanding customer service, professionalism, teamwork, and exceeding client expectations. We consider the employees of Owens Realty Services and Owens Facility Services to be one of our most valuable resources. Our employees treat others in a friendly and courteous manner and have respect for other employees, tenants, visitors and our clients property.

We look for employees who will:

• Strive for professional excellence in the performance of their jobs

• Understand and support the company's direction

• Provide superior service to our customers and employees

• Be flexible, innovative, and responsible to change

• Manage human and financial resources wisely

• Be a team player, helping others to succeed

• Encourage open communication throughout the company

• Treat all individuals with dignity and respect

• Have pride in and sell Owens Realty Services to others

• Be energetic and excited about their field of work and of others around them

• Be able to go above and beyond what is expected of them

• Be involved and enveloped in the entire business of our company

Owens Realty Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

$32.48/hr
Summary:

Responsible for performing general building maintenance tasks in carpentry, electrical, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, and for maintaining the entire property in safe, attractive, comfortable condition. Must be able to respond to building emergencies on a 24/7 basis. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Under supervision, operate, maintain and adjust steam power plant and electro-mechanical building equipment. They operate, maintain and adjust boilers, furnaces engines, pumps, heat exchangers, generators, motors, chillers, cooling towers, including equipment for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting and associated equipment in public buildings, municipal pumping stations and incinerators; make periodic inspections of equipment and minor repairs to such equipment; perform preventive maintenance, take charge of a watch, and while so engaged are responsible for and direct subordinate personnel; may operate control consoles in control rooms; prepare requisitions for materials and spare parts; instruct and train subordinates and other personnel; read meters, gauges, and other recording devices and log the data; keep records and write reports; as directed, inspect low pressure boilers in accordance with a unified inspection procedure instituted by the New York City Department of Buildings; may operate a motor vehicle; and perform related work.

II. RELATIONSHIPS

A. Reports to Facility Manager, and or Chief Building Engineer.

B. Maintains relationships with other staff members, working closest with other maintenance workers.

C. Maintains professional relationships, as appropriate, with all building tenants.

D. Maintains relationships with any contract vendors working at property.

III. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

General:

a. Paints

b. Repair/replace ceiling tiles

c. Services plumbing, electrical fixtures, replaces bulbs and ballasts, and associated electrical and plumbing components i.e. switches, receptacles, faucets, valves, clear drains, etc.

d. Services all HVAC system equipment: Boilers, VAVs, AHUs, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Pumps, etc.

e. Repairs or replaces old and faulty parts

f. Repairs locks, and makes keys

g. Makes regular inspections of building, plumbing, electrical fixtures, appliances, and major equipment.

h. Checks for appearance and cleanliness, and reports unusual conditions.

i. Is on call for emergency duty when assigned.

j. Is familiar with power, water, and gas turnoffs, clean-out traps, fire extinguishers and fire hydrants.

k. Knows emergency telephone numbers (e.g., police, fire department, Chief Facility Engineer, Facility Manager).

l. Follows all company emergency procedures.

Experience and/or Educational Requirements:

1. Experience with computers, Microsoft Office, computer-based Building Management Systems. Ability to interpret system readings to identify potential system problems. Experience with Microsoft Office and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) products helpful.
2. Must be able to work flexible hours and respond to building related emergencies when the need arises. Company cell phone will be provided to successful applicant.
3. This position requires the attainment of a CORE-7 Cooling Tower Pesticide Certificate within one year of acceptance of this Offer Letter.
4. Will be able to respond early or stay late for snow management at the site.
5. Will be required to complete Refrigeration certification, OSHA 10 certifications within 1 year
6. Must have a valid NY drivers license and reliable transportation.
7. Must possess a valid license for High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer issued by the New York City Department of Buildings. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.
8. Within 90 days from the date of hire, must obtain a valid certificate of fitness for Standpipe, Automatic Sprinkler, and/or Air Compressor issued by the New York City Fire Department.
9. High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) and three +

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K with Employer Match