Facilities Maintenance Technician

Position Summary

RMG Management is seeking an experienced, hands-on Building Operating Engineer to oversee day-to-day operations, maintenance, and system performance across multiple Class B commercial and retail properties in the Woodland Hills / San Fernando Valley area. This role supports the efficient operation of HVAC systems portfolio-wide, collaborates with outside vendors, and serves as an utility engineer for Property Management.

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio Leadership & Supervision

Serve as a maintenance tech across a multi-building Class B portfolio, coordinating maintenance priorities and staffing across sites.

Manage work order flow, assist with preventive maintenance scheduling, and vendor/purchase order tracking.

Assist with Property Management on capital planning, vendor bids, and budget recommendations; help identify opportunities to upgrade maintenance operations and reduce costs.

HVAC & Technical Systems

Capable of diagnosing, minor repairs, and assist maintaining HVAC systems (chillers, package units, RTUs, pneumatic and DDC controls) as the property portfolio's primary HVAC subject-matter expert.

Ability to clean, lubricate, and service pumps, valves, pneumatic controls, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic devices.

Understanding of fire and life safety systems, including but not limited to fire alarm systems, fire sprinklers, and related fire protection equipment.

General Building Maintenance

Ability to troubleshoot and conduct minor repair of buildings and installed systems, including packaging and handling machinery, plumbing, electrical, roofs, drains, shop, and grounds equipment.

Replace and repair building finishes such as ceiling tiles, door hardware, and wallpaper; paint walls, piping, floors, and equipment as needed.

Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions; perform preventive maintenance and document findings and corrective actions.

Record readings and ability to make adjustments as necessary to assure proper equipment operation.

Tenant & Vendor Relations

Work with Property Management to maintain a positive, responsive environment for staff, tenants, and vendors.

Make tenant suites available and ready for move-in; coordinate tenant improvement readiness across multiple properties.

Respond immediately to emergency situations and service requests; lead resolution of escalated issues across the portfolio.

Compliance & Safety

Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency requirements, and Company directives; practice safe work habits across all managed sites.

Use technology such as smart phones, tablets, computers, web-based applications, Yardi, and building automation systems.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; climb ladders and work at heights, in confined spaces, and in outdoor/mechanical-room environments.

Qualifications

3+ years of experience in commercial/retail property engineering, including multi-site responsibility (required).

HVAC background — installation, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of commercial systems (required).

Yardi software experience, particularly work order modules (preferred).

EPA Universal Certification (preferred).

Valid Driver's License (required).

English required; bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Proficient use and care of tools and equipment used in facility and grounds maintenance.