Job Overview
The Operating Engineer II position requires strong technical, mechanical and administrative skills necessary to operate and maintain our properties. The primary focus of this position centers on providing high levels of customer service including on-site and on-call plant operational support. #weshowup
Responsibilities
- Provide Class “A” customer service – Building a good rapport with tenants and going above and beyond whenever possible
- Maintain and repair all types of building equipment, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls (electrical & pneumatic)
- Complete work assignments thoroughly and efficiently with limited supervision
- Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair building equipment related to the efficient operation of the building equipment and systems
- Support the property maintenance team, working on assigned customer service requests, active with construction projects and supporting special set ups relating to events
- Support senior chief engineer to achieve compliance at your property location(s)
- Maintain good tenant relations through prompt and courteous response to tenant request within the guidelines set forth
- Perform predictive maintenance, preventative maintenance, routine maintenance and service requests as directed
- Assist contractors and ensure contracted services are being performed safely and in accordance with established work standards and practices
- Maintain and complete documentation for fire extinguishers, fire suppression systems, building alarm contacts, and other building fire life safety systems
- Maintain and repair single phase electrical breakers, switches, receptacles, junction boxes, conduit, lights, and ballasts
- Maintain and repair plumbing components including toilets, urinals, lavatories, flush valves, water fountains, sinks, drains, water heaters, piping, and sump pumps
- Provide all other building maintenance, repair, and restorative procedures as directed
- Perform general Handyman tasks to maintain buildings
- Occasional overtime and holiday work will be required
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Experienced with various types of hand tools and use of diagnostic equipment
- CFC Universal Refrigerant Certification required
- Trade or Maintenance License preferred
- Exposure to a CMMS system a plus
- Proven safety record and compliance to safe work practices
- Proficient computer skills including e-mail, word and excel
- Must have valid driver’s license without major violations
- Ability to diagnosis problems, make sound decisions, prioritize, schedule and complete multiple tasks
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and equipment manuals
- Must be highly credible and trustworthy, and operate with high degree of integrity
- Must hold oneself and others accountable and strive for a high level of excellence
- Must have a positive, can-do attitude and be able to fuel growth and innovation
- Must be customer-focused and results-oriented
- Must want to continuously learn and develop
- Exceptional oral and written communication, active listening, and organizational skills
- Ability to establish strong working relationships with others in team setting
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
- Self-directed and able to work independently, with minimal supervision
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Physically able to operate electric hand tools, work on a ladder, carry tools and lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Able to work in close spaces such as closets, crawl space and able to work on roofs of buildings
- Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, twist, and/or reach
- Continuous repetitive motions
- Work under variable temperature conditions (or extreme heat or cold), under variable noise levels, outdoors/indoors, around fumes and/or hazards, around dust and/or mite hazards, around chemicals and bio-hazards
Benefits
Compensation:
- Competitive Salary with Bonus Potential
- Generous Benefit Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, Life Insurance
Career Development
- Opportunities for Advancement within our expanding portfolio
- Annual Professional Development Funds to fuel your growth
Employee Perks:
- Employee Discount for added benefits
- Enjoy a Friendly Work Environment that values collaboration
Additional Benefits:
- Explore more perks and possibilities for growing your career with Comstock Companies! Discover what sets us apart!
The wage range listed for this position reflects a reasonable estimate and considers multiple factors that influence compensation decisions. These may include, but are not limited to, your skills, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and the specific needs of the organization. The posted range does not reflect adjustments for geographic differentials tied to where the role may be filled.
At Comstock, it is not typical for a new hire to start at or near the top of the posted range. Compensation is determined based on the unique circumstances of each candidate.
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program. Any award under this program is subject to its rules and may depend on individual and organizational performance.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- CFC Universal Refrigerant Certification
- Experienced with various hand tools and use of diagnostic equipment
- Proven safety record and compliance to safe work practices
- Proficient computer skills including e-mail, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
- Must have valid driver's license without major violations
- Ability to diagnose problems, prioritize, schedule and complete multiple tasks
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and equipment manuals
- Maintain and repair HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and controls systems
- Maintain documentation for fire extinguishers, fire suppression, building alarms and other life-safety systems
- Physical ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds, work in confined spaces, climb and perform repetitive motions
- Trade or Maintenance License
- Exposure to a CMMS system
What We Do
Comstock Holding Companies®, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHCI) is a diversified real estate organization with a 30+ year history of investing in, developing, acquiring, owning and operating virtually all types of residential, commercial, and mixed-use real estate, while providing supply-chain and management services to institutional investors, lenders, owners and municipalities with interests in real estate. Comstock Holding Companies, Inc. is a developer, operator, and asset manager of mixed-use and transit-oriented development properties in the greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, where we focus primarily on select high-growth urban and transitioning “sub-urban” markets. We invest capital for our own account and on behalf of our asset management clients and institutional real estate investors seeking above average risk adjusted returns. Our asset management clients include private and institutional owners and investors in commercial, residential, and mixed-use real estate properties and various governmental bodies that have a vested interest in leveraging the potential of public-private partnerships. Comstock Holding Companies, Inc. is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol CHCI. For more information, visit www.ComstockCompanies.com.
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