Operating Engineer (Building Maintenance & HVAC)

Operating Engineer (Building Maintenance & HVAC)

Contract-to-Hire Opportunity

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

We are seeking an experienced Operating Engineer to support the operation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of commercial building systems. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering long-term career growth for a hands-on maintenance professional with experience in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building maintenance.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong troubleshooting abilities, excellent customer service skills, and a commitment to maintaining safe and efficient facility operations.

Responsibilities

Building Operations & Maintenance

• Operate, inspect, maintain, and repair building mechanical, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections of building equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving HVAC systems, electrical systems, DDC controls, pneumatic controls, and other building infrastructure.
• Complete general maintenance tasks including:
  • Painting
  • Pressure washing
  • Lighting repairs and ballast replacement (where permitted)
  • Plumbing repairs
  • Locksmith work
  • Water treatment support
  • Minor carpentry and building repairs
• Respond to tenant service requests and facility maintenance needs in a timely manner.

Work Order Management

• Utilize the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to manage and document daily work orders.
• Maintain accurate records of completed maintenance activities and service requests.
• Ensure all assigned work is completed efficiently and to quality standards.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company and site safety procedures and policies.
• Support emergency response and on-call activities as required.
• Participate in ongoing technical, operational, and safety training programs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 3 years of experience in commercial building maintenance, facilities maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or related trades.
• Strong troubleshooting and repair experience with commercial building systems.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders up to 30 feet and perform physical maintenance activities including bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Preferred

• Trade school education, apprenticeship training, military technical experience, or college coursework in a related field.
• Universal EPA (CFC) Certification.
• Candidates willing to obtain Universal EPA Certification within the first year are encouraged to apply.

Interview Process

• Initial phone interview
• Final in-person interview with the Chief Engineer and site leadership

What We Offer

• Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential
• Stable first-shift schedule
• Exposure to a wide variety of building systems and technologies
• Ongoing technical and professional development
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive facilities team

If you have a strong maintenance background and enjoy working in a dynamic commercial facility environment, we encourage you to apply.