About this Building Engineer- Mall role at Comstock
Job Overview
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, repair, and operation of building systems and common areas within the shopping mall. This role ensures the property remains safe, functional, and visually appealing for tenants, customers, and staff by performing preventative maintenance, responding to service requests, and supporting building operations. #weshowup
Key Responsibilities
- Building Maintenance
- Perform routine inspections of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, lighting, and mechanical equipment.
- Conduct preventative maintenance on facility equipment and infrastructure.
- Troubleshoot and repair building system issues.
- Repairs and General Maintenance
- Perform general repairs including doors, locks, ceiling tiles, flooring, fixtures, and signage.
- Replace lamps, ballasts, and lighting components in interior and exterior areas.
- Perform minor plumbing repairs including leaks, clogged drains, and fixture replacements.
- HVAC & Mechanical Support
- Assist with HVAC maintenance including filter changes, belt replacements, and system inspections.
- Monitor building automation systems where applicable.
- Report mechanical issues requiring specialized contractors.
- Safety & Compliance
- Maintain compliance with safety regulations and property management procedures.
- Assist with fire/life safety system inspections.
- Support emergency response procedures including power outages or system failures.
- Tenant Support
- Respond to tenant maintenance requests in a timely manner.
- Coordinate access for vendors and contractors when required.
- Maintain positive working relationships with tenants.
- Exterior & Common Area Maintenance
- Maintain common areas, restrooms, corridors, and service areas.
- Assist with seasonal tasks such as snow preparation or storm response.
- Ensure walkways, parking areas, and entrances remain safe and clean.
- Documentation
- Complete work orders and maintenance logs.
- Report equipment conditions and repair needs to management.
- Assist with inventory of maintenance supplies and parts.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 2–5 years of commercial building maintenance experience preferred.
- EPA 608 and HVAC certifications preferred not required
- Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building systems.
- Ability to read basic technical manuals and work orders.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and respond to urgent issues
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Physically able to operate electric hand tools, work on a ladder, carry tools and lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Able to work in close spaces such as closets, crawl space and able to work on roofs of buildings
- Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, twist, and/or reach
- Continuous repetitive motions
- Work under variable temperature conditions (or extreme heat or cold), under variable noise levels, outdoors/indoors, around fumes and/or hazards, around dust and/or mite hazards, around chemicals and bio-hazards
Benefits
Compensation:
- Competitive Salary with Bonus Potential
- Generous Benefit Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, Life Insurance
Career Development
- Opportunities for Advancement within our expanding portfolio
- Annual Professional Development Funds to fuel your growth
Employee Perks:
- Employee Discount for added benefits
- Enjoy a Friendly Work Environment that values collaboration
Additional Benefits:
- Explore more perks and possibilities for growing your career with Comstock Companies! Discover what sets us apart!
The wage range listed for this position reflects a reasonable estimate and considers multiple factors that influence compensation decisions. These may include, but are not limited to, your skills, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and the specific needs of the organization. The posted range does not reflect adjustments for geographic differentials tied to where the role may be filled.
At Comstock, it is not typical for a new hire to start at or near the top of the posted range. Compensation is determined based on the unique circumstances of each candidate.
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program. Any award under this program is subject to its rules and may depend on individual and organizational performance.
