Building Maintenance Engineer

*This position will be onsite in Chicago Illinois.

Curious about a career with NorthPoint

NorthPoint is a real estate developer that has grown through combining an entrepreneurial spirit and empowerment of its team members. Building maintenance is responsible for maintaining the physical integrity of the property/asset at all times. This involves insuring a safe and secure environment for tenants visitors and staff. It is the duty of the Building Maintenance Engineer to anticipate identify and correct any and all problems involving the property/asset and to implement procedures that will prevent such problems. NorthPoint provides an inclusive environment that cultivates collaboration and mentorship. Our core values set the foundation of our culture and guide us in every business decision.

We truly believe and Im convinced we have some pretty incredible assets. But those assets have all come from our people. Nathaniel Hagedorn CEO.

How We Put You First:

At NorthPoint Development we ask a lot of our employees which is why we give so much in return. In addition to your competitive salary we offer marketleading benefits and perks:

• A selection of comprehensive medical dental and vision plans
• 401k with 100 match up to 6 immediately vested upon enrollment
• Scholarships and paid professional development
• Robust Reimbursement Programs: Dependent Care Tuition Wellness Spending Account Cellphone
• Mental Health Reimbursement
• Childcare Reimbursement
• $2000 annual HRA and HSA contribution
• Parental Paid Leave
• Flexible Spending Account Living Generously program with 100 charitable contribution match

What Youll Do

• Maintain and repair all aspects of commercial and industrial real estate. This is a roving position and you will be responsible for multiple industrial buildings. Business mileage will be reimbursed.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical plumbing HVAC drywall painting fire sprinkler systems building controls doors windows caulking and any other property issue.
• Read understand and utilize wiring diagrams schematics drawings and blueprints.
• HVAC troubleshooting including RTUs MAUs VAVs etc.
• Plumbing repairs and troubleshooting including water closets urinals faucets pumps pipes and valves.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks on physical structures plumbing HVAC fire sprinkler and electrical systems.
• Work with subcontractors and vendors as needed.
• Respond to and complete service requests.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing property storage and management of hazardous materials including solvents flammables caustics and refrigerants.
• Must be aware of the physical condition of the property and immediately correct unsafe conditions.
• Maintains accurate records regarding preventive maintenance service requests (received and completed) expenditures workinprogress etc.
• Schedules and performs minor and routine maintenance on all appropriate equipment on a regular basis.
• Inspects and maintains all tools in excellent condition.
• Identifies all utility meter cutoffs fixture cutoffs sewer cleanouts and prepares maps indicating same.
• Performs work area cleanup and safety related duties.
• Assists in keeping grounds neat and free of litter. Rakes sweeps shovels as circumstances warrant.
• Performs any additional duties assigned by Property Manager or Supervisor.
• Ability to climb and work from ladders man hoists or lifts and the ability to repeatedly lift and carry heavy loads (up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform after hour on call duties as required.
• Assist Project Managers Property Managers and Leasing Agents with TI process and bids.
• Reports all major repairs and requisitions to Property Manager prior to any expenditure of funds.
• Obtains two to three bids for repairs and replacements exceeding $1000.00.
• Manage all routine subcontract work for contract performance and quality. For example manage snow removal landscaping (ensuring fertilizer seeding mowing irrigation schedules are maintained and appropriate).
• Conduct monthly property walk and address any issues identified by repairing and/or obtaining bids for repairs or replacements.

Are you passionate about pushing the limits Are you looking for the freedom to forge your future If so we want to talk to you!

Who You Are

• Ideal candidate will have commercial building maintenance experience.
• High school diploma GED or related experience and/or training.
• EPA 608 certification.
• Tools and transportation.
• Demonstration of strong technical competence and commercial awareness are necessary.
• Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.
• Energetic resourceful and handson individual with a strong customer service orientation.
• Attention to detail and great organizational skills.
• Able to approach problems both logically and creatively.
• Demonstrate a confident & positive approach when interacting with all team members & visitors.
• Able to work collaboratively as a team & independently.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status.