HVAC Lead Engineer

Hobbs Brook has been a pioneer in the development of premier office space in the Boston suburbs since 1952. We believe the most valuable thing we develop isn’t a building. It’s a relationship. As both an owner and operator, Hobbs Brook is committed to providing its tenants, their employees and customers with a reliable and fully functional business environment. For more information about Hobbs Brook, please visit www.hobbsbrook.com. Hobbs Brook is the real estate division of FM Global.

Schedule & Location:

Shift hours:  7:30AM -  4:00PM

This position supports the facilities team in carrying out daily operations for a portfolio of high-quality office and laboratory commercial investment assets. Provide excellent service to tenants, internal and external collaborators.

Serves as a HVAC lead for a team of facilities engineers, providing leadership, mentorship, and guidance to the team as well as among the larger facilities group. Teaches repair and maintenance to bolster junior members’ skills to enable their professional growth and development. Position will be responsible for assigned buildings and/or serve the portfolio in a roving capacity with specialized and dedicated trade skills and experience.

Performs maintenance and repairs, troubleshoots more complex building system problems. Performs various duties related to mechanical, electrical and/or plumbing, including inspections, building repairs, and calibrations. Demonstrates an advanced knowledge of HVAC, building automation, energy management, control systems, electrical, plumbing and/or fire protection.

May be called upon in an emergency to stabilize, secure and make repairs necessary to maintain or re-establish occupancy of one or more buildings.

Participation in a rotating on-call schedule is required

As a Lead Engineer your responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical/electrical/plumbing (MEP) equipment
• Perform general building or specialized maintenance services for base building and tenant needs. This may include facilities support such as installing white boards, hanging pictures, completing plumbing and/or HVAC repairs.
• Responsible for creating, updating, and closing out work orders and completing tenant bill-backs as appropriate.
• Provides leadership, direction, mentorship, and guidance to junior engineers.
• Works with Facilities Supervisor to establish and successfully implement PM system. Establishes standard operating parameters/procedures and protocols.
• Performs preventive maintenance on various facility MEP equipment.
• Repairs of systems such as weather stripping, door closers locks, and/or door hardware.
• Inspects assigned buildings and equipment daily, including reviewing the building automation system for alarms and signs of malfunction. Identifies problems and refers them to supervisor if necessary.
• Performs other related tasks and projects as required; reports facility operational status to Facilities Engineering Supervisor daily.
• Maintains the integrity of the safety equipment on HBRE properties.
• Supports the development and implementation of HBRE safety policies and maintains the appropriate records. Tracks all Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasure (SPCC) documents and updates the current records.
• Maintains the recycling of regulated waste and any regulated chemicals along with maintaining the required paperwork.

• 10+ years of facilities, maintenance, and/or specialized trade work. 5 years in a supervisory role
• Mass Refrigeration license required
• A high degree of HVAC Knowledge (commercial geothermal heat pumps is a plus)
• Knowledge of MEP and life safety systems
• Experience working in an OSHA Safe environment and knowledgeable about OSHA safety and compliance regulations.
• Able to acquire an OSHA 10 certification for general industry (Certified OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 card is a plus!).
• Experience leading and mentoring teams, with or without direct authority
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with a diverse group of collaborators and at different levels within the organization

Required Education:

GED or equivalent experience

Valid Driver’s license required

The hourly pay for this position ranges from $33.80 to $48.61. The final salary depends on your education, skills, and experience. You can also take advantage of FM's Total Rewards program, which includes an incentive plan, health and well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, and time off allowances.

HBRE/FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.

Hobbs Brook/FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.