MEMBER BENEFITS
The best reason to become a member of the AUSTIN ASSOCIATION OF FACILITY AND MAINTENANCE ENGINEERS is to gain ideas and information. Each day you are faced with decisions that could either save or cost your company thousands of dollars. The key to making good decisions is to have good, up-to-date information.
AAFAME's network of building engineers gives you access to the combined experience of others who have faced the same kind of decisions you face. One good idea from your membership in AAFAME will repay the cost of your dues many times over. If your decisions involve big expenditures, you owe it to your employer to take advantage of every opportunity to improve your decision-making capabilities.
We accomplish these benefits by providing the following services:
- Monthly luncheons with informative speakers & topics.
- Training classes on various topics related to building maintenance.
- Receive bi-monthly e-letter called "Around AAFAME" with information regarding association activities and industry news (members allowed to submit information).
- Employment opportunities posted on website with current resumes.
- Calendar of events available on website (members can submit event listings) and kept up to date.
- Networking with engineers & industry vendors.
- Online & Printed directory of engineer & vendor member listings (member's only).
- Discussion forum at website for members to discuss topics and post comments.
- Vendor Services available online & printed directory.
- Annual Volleyball Tournament and Chili Cook-Off called the "Chili Slam" has been held for over 15 years and is a family oriented event.
- Management recognition for participation and professional growth.
- Committee volunteer opportunities.
- Building Tours held at various locations in Austin that feature state of the art techology.
- Community Projects (including Fan Drive, Amazing Race and Toy Drive).
- SMA & SMT Designation scholarships and discounts with BOMA.
- AAFAME Expo held annually is a learning opportunity to see the latest products and technologies for the industry.
- Networking events with BOMA Austin (Building Owners & Managers Association).
And most importantly....professional & personal development.
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Testimonial
"When I started as a maintenence mechanic I was learning from the building superintendent and my co workers. It was very slow learning process and provided me with limited information and no resources.
As I became involved with AAFAME it helped me to educate myself in the dynamics of the system I was working on and provide me information on the trend of the industry. The classes provide me the insight on maintaining systems, tracking performances and municipal codes that I needed to follow. Our networking provides me with experienced engineers and vendors to help me troubleshoot in the field.
This has made me a valuable asset to my agency. My salary increased and I have taken on a larger responsibility role in my division.
AAFAME provides me the tools to meet my challenges and give me the opportunity to reach my goals!"
Dawn Eserini,S.M.A.
Building Superintendent
Employees Retirement System of Texas
"I just wanted to let you how much I have benefited, in such a short amount of time, in my association with AAFAME. I can’t tell you how good it makes me feel to be a part of such an awesome group of peers. So again….thanks!!! I look forward to MANY more returns on such a small investment!"
Charlotte Hair
Property Manager
Live Oak-Gottesman
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