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Job Overview: Â

ÂThe Building Engineer

is responsible forensuring the structural integrity of the community, including plumbing, heating and cooling systems, and appliances. Deals with requestsin a timely mannerto ensure resident satisfaction. The schedule for this position is40 hoursper week with some weekend and holiday hours.Â

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Compensation:Â $30 to $35 an hour

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FirstService Residential will compensate the successful candidate in accordance with the posted range. The salary or wage paid to the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience, education, and specific job responsibilities. For positions designated at a client's property, the salary or wage will also be premised upon the client's directive. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future Â

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Your Responsibilities: Â

• Perform minor and major repair ofcommon areabuildings and equipment as needed, document for follow through withappropriate workorder systemÂ
• Perform various preventative maintenance functions withappropriate workorder systemÂ
• Ensure all safety precautions are followed while performing workÂ
• Conduct minor repairs on lighting systemsÂ
• Conduct minor repairs on Plumbing systemsÂ
• Conduct minor repairs on Electrical systemsÂ
• Paint exterior and interior walls, structures, fencing, etc., as needed and document throughappropriate workorder processÂ
• Complete regular community inspections and prepare status reportsÂ
• Check fire escapes routes, review all fire doors for proper function andburned outlightsÂ
• Frequent contact with others in the performance of daily duties including management, commercial and residential tenants and owners,vendorsand othersÂ
• Be courteous and pleasant to residents at all times, speak with confidence about the boundaries of your roleÂ
• Take initiative to act with minimal supervisionÂ
• Recognize and address problems quickly and decisivelyÂ
• Promptly respond to emergencies; coordinate with other responders to ensure the safety of the communityÂ
• Ensure that supplies/tools areattended at all timesÂ
• Store tools/cart out of siteÂ

• Regularly inspect property for, and replace,ÂÂ

• Move and arrange furniture and equipment, and setup rooms, for meetings or projects as neededÂ

• Clean boiler room, electrical room, gas room, lighting fixtures, exit signs,baseboardsand moldingÂ
• Emergency On-Call requirement as neededÂ
• Work weekends as business needs requireÂ

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Skills & Qualifications: Â

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or abilityrequired:Â

• Ability to follow verbal and written directions, keepaccuraterecords, fill out logs and journals, and perform administrative operational functionsÂ
• Ability to learn software programs for Repair and Preventative Maintenance Service RequestsÂ
• Knowledge of basic principles of plumbing, wood finishing, painting, electrical and carpentryÂ
• Ability tooperatea variety of hand and power tools, including saws, drills, floor buffer, vacuum, carpet cleaner, power washer and other tools used in building and grounds maintenanceÂ
• Knowledge of methods, materials and equipmentregularly usedin maintenance and repair workÂ
• Valid California Driver's License and proof of insuranceÂ
• May berequiredto use personal vehicle in the performance of job dutiesÂ
• Occasional overtime isrequiredÂ
• Consistent and regular attendance isrequiredÂ

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Education & Experience: Â Â

• Two years of experience in building maintenance, and repair work or equivalentÂ

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Physical Requirements and Working Environment: Â

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Â

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. or moreÂ
• Must be able to driveÂ

• Some local travel by personal vehicle isrequiredÂ

• Work is performed in a variety of environmental conditions, with exposure to outdoor temperatures, weather variations, traffic and equipment noise, equipment vibrations, vehicle and/or chemical fumes, chemicals such as solvents and grease, machinery and their moving parts and dust.Â

• Work duties require the ability to stand and walk on hard surfaces for frequent and prolonged periods of time, and regularly require lifting, bending, stooping, reaching, climbing, push/pull and related physical activities.ÂÂ

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What We Offer: Â

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• Medical, dental, and vision plans (full time and part time 30+ hours)Â
• Part time 20+ hours qualify for dental and visionÂ
• 401K matchÂ
• Time off including vacation, sick, and company paid holidaysÂ
• Pet insurance availableÂ
• Verizon discountÂ
• Tuition reimbursementÂ
• Legal servicesÂ
• Free emotional wellbeing and daily lifeassistancesupport for all associatesÂ
• Domestic partner coverageÂ
• Health savings accountÂ
• Flexible spending accountÂ

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About Us:Â Â

FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada.Â

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Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, and retirement benefits, career training, and support for continued professional development.

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Experience exceptional service with a fulfilling career in property management with FirstService Residential.Â

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To learn more about our company and culture, please visit www.fsresidential.com/californiaÂ

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Disclaimer Â

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time. Â

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FirstService Residential is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Â

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Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances. All offers of employment with FirstService Residential are contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Â

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