Lead Engineer

Founded in 1892, B. F. Saul Company has been one of the most successful privately-owned real estate companies in the United States. Our growth has been the results of a commitment to exacting standards and the belief that knowledge of the marketplace, when paired with the ability to commit to substantial resources, will bring exceptional rewards. The Office & Industrial Leasing Division markets and leases over three million square feet of office and flex projects owned and managed by B. F. Saul Company and its affiliates. Having a diversified portfolio of office and flex properties ranging from one-story corporate parks to 15-story, Class A office buildings allows the company to serve a much broader market.
POSITION SUMMARY: Job Purpose: To perform all necessary functions in the operation, preventive maintenance and repairs of buildings and equipment in a variety of tasks, including but not limited to apprentice electrical, mechanical, and HVACR.  Perform duties consistent with the Mission Statement for the Maryland Office and Industrial Division. Supervision & Authority: Under the general supervision and direction of the Chief Engineer. In cases where Chief Engineer is not immediately available, the Lead Engineer is expected to provide supervision of Maintenance Engineering Team.  The Lead Engineer complies with established Office Building Operating Policies and Procedures (Policies and Procedures).
Performance Standards: The effectiveness of the Lead Engineer will be measured by the achievement of the above-mentioned responsibilities. Reporting Relationship: Under the general supervision and direction of Chief Engineer, Assistant Property Manager and/or Engineering Manager, the Lead Engineer complies with established Office Building Operating Policies and Procedures.  

Summary of Competitive Benefits & Perks:

• Health/Medical Insurance including Dental and Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Bonus/Target Incentive
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Complimentary usage of modern in-house fitness center
• On-premise full-service dining center discounts
• Discounts via the company’s EAP
• Monthly Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral bonus
• Pre-tax transportation options
• Plus more!

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilizes knowledge of Maintenance Engineering disciplines in the performance of daily functions such as, but not limited to the following: 
• Cleans coils, changes air filters to HVAC equipment, and lubricates motors and bearings.                
• Monitors temperature and humidity of occupied areas throughout the facility.
• Checks the operation of all mechanical equipment daily. 
• Checks and maintains electrical controls, makes all necessary repairs including installation of new equipment as needed, replaces bearings, pulleys, and belts as assigned.


• Effectively documents, in engineers’ log, daily occurrences in the operation and maintenance characteristics of said responsibilities.
• Communicates with others as to condition of assigned areas and all related equipment.
• Effectively communicates any equipment malfunctions, repairs made, and materials used by the Chief Engineer, Assistant Property Manager and Engineering Manager.
• Effectively communicates verbally over telephone to facilitate routine maintenance calls or in the event of an emergency, inform the proper personnel.
• Effectively documents preventive maintenance work orders in a timely manner and returns same daily

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Fills in for other Building Engineer’s in case of illness or vacation.
• Performs normal cleaning functions (i.e. sweeping, mopping, waxing, washing, and painting of equipment to maintain a clean, safe maintenance area as assigned).
• Replaces light bulbs in and around facility to keep a well-lit and safe working atmosphere.
• Shovels snow, maneuvers snow blower and applies salt as needed during inclement weather conditions.
• Performs Preventive Maintenance inspections.
• Performs other duties as assigned in any other area of the facility as directed by the Chief Engineer. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS (SKILLS/ABILITIES):

• The ability to effectively communicate verbally and document all daily activities associated with the safe operation and maintenance of assigned equipment.
• Knowledge of small tools and safe handling practices associated with repair and maintenance of assigned equipment.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Knowledge and ability to handle all emergency situations, and equipment breakdown, malfunction or failure.
• Must be able to effectively reach al