Building Engineer

Avison Young is a global commercial real estate brokerage and advisory firm, offering transaction, management, financial and consulting services. Weve designed our corporate structure to best serve our clients by enhancing collaboration across our organization.

At Avison Young, we are committed to providing a comprehensive suite of commercial real estate services to our clients while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture for our employees. Our collaborative approach and emphasis on personal and professional growth create an environment where individuals can thrive. Real estate can have a significant positive impact on peoples lives and were in the business of making spaces and places work better for people. Our purpose is to create real economic, social and environmental value as a global real estate advisor, powered by people.

If you're looking for career opportunities where you can excel and contribute to a strong company culture, we want to hear from you. Join our highly motivated team and take pride in your work as we create a better future together.

Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the candidate will work to complete preventative maintenance, work orders and inspections as required. We are looking for candidate who is dependable, experienced and can work independently in a fast-paced environment on complex systems to complete the tasks given in a timely fashion.

The base hourly rate is aligned with market data and is estimated between $23.00 to $28.00 with the ability to achieve additional compensation through bonus. This hourly range reflects base compensation for the position across all US locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and other factors including relevant education/training, experience, and internal equity.

Responsibilities:

• Perform light building repairs carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, ceramic tile
• Perform daily inspections of mechanical rooms, bus/train exhaust fans, etc.
• Working knowledge of heat gas fired boilers, electrical baseboards, air handlers
• HVAC working knowledge of centrifugal chillers, chiller towers, fans, computer controls
• Snow removal operate plow truck, sander, skid steer, shoveling
• Respond to tenant requests and needs and coordinates with Property Management Teamto assist in resolving issues
• Monitor vendor performance to ensure compliance and standards established in the service
• agreement are being met
• Responsible for facilitating maintenance with vendors and construction crews
• Document repairs on work orders
• Maintain accurate and pertinent information as required
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with internal tenants, vendors, andconstruction workers
• Be on call as directed by Chief Engineer: rotating schedule one week per month for nightand weekend coverage
• Open and respond to company emails
• Attend meetings as directed

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years experience in commercial building maintenance
• Massachusetts drivers license and clean driving record
• Must have own hand tools
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must have reliable transportation
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to express ideas clearly in written and verbal communications
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented
• Proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service
• Self-motivated, proactive, organized, ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability to pass background check and drug test

Our Equal Opportunity Commitment

Avison Young is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity within our workforce. Our non-discrimination policy ensures that all individuals are treated equally, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that values accessibility and fair recruitment practices for all employees. We hope you will join us in committing to create a workplace that is fair, equitable, and welcoming to all.

Benefits offered to full time W2 employees:

• Traditional and Roth 401k with generous employer match and immediate vesting
• 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after one year of tenure
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Coverage
• Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter & Transit Pre-Tax Benefits
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work-Life Balance:

• Competitive paid vacation days
• 2 personal/wellness days
• Paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
• Annual volunteer day for Day of Giving