Temporary Building Engineer

Position Summary

The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is seeking a Temporary Building Engineer who will be responsible for daily maintenance and repair of all building systems and equipment, as well as managing the maintenance of the facilities' overall appearance. This will include hands on maintenance and repair work on HVAC, boiler, heating, refrigeration, water, energy systems, and more.

The Temporary Building Engineer will report to the Associate Vice President of Facilities, Events and Security Management.

This is a full-time on-site temporary position expected to last for 6 months, with the possibility of extension. The standard work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Applicants should have the ability to work flexible and periodic long hours, including some holidays.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on building systems including, but not limited to: HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection,
• Monitor daily building operations to ensure facilities are functioning efficiently and safely,
• Assist external contractors and vendors on building maintenance, repairs, and operational projects,
• Assist with operational and capital construction and maintenance projects under the guidance of the Associate Vice President of Facilities, Events and Security Management,
• Complete work orders for a variety of assignments, including carpentry, painting, plastering, furniture set-ups, office relocations, inventory, and specialized cleaning projects,
• Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED equivalent strongly preferred

Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of related building operations and maintenance experience, preferably in a high-profile, owner-owned property of architectural significance,
• Experience and proven familiarity with the operation, maintenance and basic repair of HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems, including boilers, elevator systems, cooling towers, pumps and water/plumbing systems,
• Strong proficiency in automatic temperature controls and building management systems.

Related Skills & Other Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills,
• Excellent customer service,
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team, with the highest level of dependability and professionalism,
• Proficiency in Microsoft office,
• Ability to lift and carry weight up to 70 pounds (i.e. packages, office furniture, etc.)

Required Application Materials

• Please submit a résumé.

Compensation and Benefits

• The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $80,000 – $90,000, depending on experience.
• In addition to competitive salaries, CFR provides employees with an outstanding benefits package.

About CFR

The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is committed to fostering a foreign policy community in the United States that is more representative of American society, recognizing that diverse backgrounds and perspectives contribute to broader, more informed participation in the foreign policy debate and lead to an enhanced understanding of the world and the United States’ role therein. To that end, CFR is dedicated to continuing to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout its work and workplace by building a more diverse membership and staff, producing and dispensing thoughtful analysis on a broad range of foreign policy issues, and developing relevant, wide-reaching programming that also serves to expand the foreign policy talent pipeline to underrepresented populations.