Assistant Building Engineer - Panorama Towers

Description

Introduction:

Seabreeze Management Company is a full-service property management firm with a diverse management portfolio of over 150,000 residential and commercial properties. Based in Aliso Viejo, California, Seabreeze has offered an unrivaled client experience to commercial common-interest developments and homeowners’ associations for over 35 years. With offices throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Idaho, and Washington Seabreeze and its family of companies has expanded its mission to be a trusted advisor and collaborative partner with developments to build thriving associations through superior service and integrity.

At Seabreeze, people are at the heart of what we do. Our philosophy, “Passion when combined with commitment, makes anyone unstoppable” is carried out by enthusiastic and customer-centric teams who serve the communities where we work and live.

Summary:

The Assistant Building Engineer supports the daily operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems in a residential high-rise property governed by a Homeowners Association. This role works closely with the Chief Engineer and property management team to ensure the safety, functionality, and appearance of all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, as well as general building upkeep.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this position 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.

• Assist with maintenance and repairs of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems, including seasonal tasks and emergency response.
• Conduct routine inspections of equipment and common areas; support preventive maintenance and accurately log completed work.
• Respond to resident service requests promptly and professionally; help troubleshoot issues and maintain safe, clean engineering spaces.
• Support vendor coordination and monitor building systems such as BAS, fire/life safety, lighting controls, and water systems.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience:

• Technical certification in HVAC, electrical, or building systems preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as a building engineer, maintenance technician, or facilities professional, ideally in a high-rise setting.
• Working knowledge of building automation systems (BAS), fire/life safety equipment, and energy management systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, and work in various conditions.
• Availability for on-call emergencies and occasional weekends or evenings.

Minimum Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Language Skills:

The individual must have strong written and verbal communication skills in order to communicate effectively with employees and clients at all levels of the organization.

Use of the Following Computer Applications:

• Outlook MS Word Excel Adobe Acrobat Other
• MAS 90 Internet Access Power Point

Physical Job Description

• Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods throughout the day.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing ladders, and reaching overhead.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally heavier loads with assistance.
• Manual dexterity to operate hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces, on rooftops, in mechanical rooms, and in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to visually inspect equipment, read gauges and manuals, and perform detailed maintenance work.
• Must be able to respond quickly to emergency situations, including evacuations, system shutdowns, or alarm events.
• Occasional use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, goggles, hard hats, respirators, and hearing protection.

Work Environment:

The work environment is a typical office building. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Seabreeze is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates the diversity of our team. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation such as an ASL interpreter, please contact the People Strategy & Operations Team at pso2@seabreezemgmt.com.