Assistant to Building Engineer - Velociti Services

As an Assistant to the Building Maintenance Engineer, at Velociti Services your chief responsibility is to preserve the excellent condition and functionality of our client’s business premises. Your duties will include conducting quality assessments, scheduling repairs, maintaining inventory, and developing preventative maintenance procedures.

An ideal candidate will be a jack-of-all-trades, with in-depth knowledge of maintenance procedures, hydraulic systems, and basic tools and appliances. To excel in this position, you must be an outstanding problem-solver with exceptional communication and organizational skills.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:30 am - 3pm 

Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Inspect buildings, equipment, and systems to identify any issues
• Repair faulty equipment units and damaged structures
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance procedures
• Manage heating and plumbing systems to guarantee functionality
• Plan and schedule repairs
• Conduct periodic quality checks on equipment and systems to ensure everything is up to standard
• Perform general maintenance tasks including landscaping, painting, and carpentry
• Help develop and implement the budget for the maintenance department
• Maintain the inventory records for equipment and supplies
• Other duties as assigned or requested

Ideal Candidate Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification
• Certificate in HVAC, building maintenance technology or relevant field is preferred
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• In-depth knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems
• Advanced understanding of general maintenance procedures and techniques
• Physically capable and available to work overtime including weekends, public holidays, and evenings
• Plumbing knowledge to address leaks, clogs, or other drainage problems
• Electrical wiring capabilities to manage problems with the building’s electricity
• Carpentry ability to handle basic repairs around the building
• Groundskeeping if the facility contains lawns or other outdoor areas in need of maintenance
• Interpersonal skills to interact with employees or residents of the building in a pleasant manner
• Attention to detail to ensure that all jobs are completed in an exemplary manner and any potential hazards or warning signs of problems are not overlooked
• Physical stamina to handle a full shift of being active and working on the building
• Effective problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be well- organized and can prioritize tasks
• Good analytical / critical thinking
• The ability to work well both as part of a team and on your own
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required
• The ability to make critical decisions under pressure
• The ability to process negative feedback and remain professional
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Accountability and dependability in all that you do
• A strong commitment to company service values
• Time management - organizing, planning, and prioritizing
• Ability to multi-task and change directions easily
• Act as a collaborative team player, possess a strong customer service orientation, and be a consultative problem solver

Physical Requirements

Applicants for this role must be able to:

• Lift, bend, squat, and stretch to move boxes, parcels, and shipments
• Climb small to medium flights of stairs multiple times a day
• Standing for extended periods of time
• Approximately equal amount of time sitting and walking
• Requires ability to bend, reach and stand for extended periods
• Able to hear and speak into a telephone and walkie-talkie
• Close visual work on a computer terminal
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Able to climb a ladder and work on a raised platform

Velociti provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.