Nicholas Loeffler
Chesapeake Beach,MD
Summary
Seasoned Lead Building Engineer bringing demonstrated safety management and performance optimization skills gained during experience in large office and government building settings. Deliver in-depth training and mentoring to help each improve abilities and advance work quality. Dependable, hardworking and level-headed in addressing diverse problems.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Engineer
Akridge
02.2023 - Current
- Improved building efficiency by implementing energy-saving initiatives and optimizing systems operations.
- Managed maintenance tasks for optimal facility performance, ensuring safe and comfortable environment for occupants.
- Led team of technicians in maintaining and troubleshooting HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire safety systems for optimal building performance.
- Coordinated projects with outside contractors, ensuring timely completion within budgetary constraints.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Optimized resource allocation by cross-training staff in multiple disciplines, increasing overall team effectiveness.
- Performed regular audits of building operations, identifying areas for improvement or cost savings opportunities.
- Maintained regulatory compliance through diligent recordkeeping practices and adherence to local code requirements during building operation processes.
- Maintained computerized or manual equipment logs to detail preventive work.
- Performed preventive maintenance and corrective repair to maintain buildings, industrial systems, equipment and grounds.
- Stooped, stood, climbed and lifted heavy equipment to perform installations.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and summoned additional assistance to mitigate potentially hazardous situations.
- Interpreted mechanical, electrical blueprints and schematics to perform installations or repairs.
Building Engineer
CBRE
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Interpreted mechanical, electrical, plumbing blueprints, and schematics to perform repairs.
- Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
- Maintained computerized or manual equipment logs to detail preventive work.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and summoned additional assistance to mitigate potentially hazardous situations.
- Performed preventive maintenance and corrective repair to maintain buildings, equipment, and grounds.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
- Conveyed thoughts and recommendations to supervisors, contractors, and other stakeholders to resolve building-related problems.
- Inspected mechanical, plumbing, and electrical equipment to enhance service quality and comply with preventive maintenance plans.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
Engineer
Emcor Government Services
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Inspected systems, equipment, and components to determine maintenance needs.
- Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries.
- Efficiently operated all equipment and machinery according to manufacturer instructions.
- Collected and tested water samples from cooling towers and other systems.
- Oversaw start-up, operations and shutdown procedures.
- Worked with large HVAC systems such as boilers, chillers, and heat exchangers.
- Reported to shift supervisor on production status, problems, and deviations.
- Communicated effectively with team on technical level.
- Isolated and prepared equipment for corrective and scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Kept facility inspection-ready at all times through proactive housekeeping and close monitoring of daily operations.
Building Engineer
JBGSMITH
05.2015 - 05.2021
- Stooped, stood, climbed, and lifted heavy equipment to perform installations or repairs.
- Interpreted mechanical, electrical, and plumbing blueprints and schematics to perform installations or repairs.
- Organized and prioritized competing priorities to maximize personal and team productivity.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and summoned additional assistance to mitigate potentially hazardous situations.
- Maintained computerized or manual equipment logs to detail preventive work.
- Performed preventive maintenance and corrective repair to maintain buildings, industrial systems, equipment, and grounds.
- Surveyed and tracked mechanical, plumbing, and electrical equipment to enhance service quality and comply with preventive maintenance plans.
- Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
- Supervised maintenance functions, working collaboratively with crews on building equipment upkeep and repairs.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
Maintenance Mechanic
Melco, Inc
07.2014 - 05.2015
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to identify most effective ways to approach projects.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and troubleshot issues.
- Managed available parts, tools, and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability.
- Provided top quality control to eliminate maintenance downtime.
- Made routine adjustments to machines depending on use.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Maintenance Mechanic
Emcor Government Services
10.2010 - 07.2014
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Made routine adjustments to machines depending on use.
- Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and troubleshot issues.
- Managed available parts, tools, and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Performed preventive and regular maintenance on systems.
Education
Certificate - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Installation And Repair
NAPE Educational Foundation
Alexandria, VA12.2023
Certificate - Building Engineering
IUOE Local 99 Apprenticeship
Washington, DC06.2010
High School Diploma -
Northern High School
Owings, MD05.2001
Skills
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Repair Work Planning
- Worker Training
- Customer Satisfaction
- Task Concentration
- Problem Detection and Resolution
- Tool and Parts Inventory Oversight
- Complaint Investigations
- Visual Inspections
- Mechanical Repair
- Employee Safety Training
- Technical Documentation Interpretation
Affiliations
- IUOE Local 99 member
- NAPE DC
Certification
- Licensed DC 3rd Class Steam Engineer
- USGBC LEED Green Associate
- OSHA 30 Hours
- EPA - Universal CFC
Timeline
Lead Engineer
Akridge
02.2023 - Current
Building Engineer
CBRE
02.2022 - 02.2023
Engineer
Emcor Government Services
06.2021 - 02.2022
Building Engineer
JBGSMITH
05.2015 - 05.2021
Maintenance Mechanic
Melco, Inc
07.2014 - 05.2015
Maintenance Mechanic
Emcor Government Services
10.2010 - 07.2014
Certificate - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Installation And Repair
NAPE Educational Foundation
Certificate - Building Engineering
IUOE Local 99 Apprenticeship
High School Diploma -
Northern High School
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