Lead Building Engineer

Pay: $46/HR to $50/HR DOE
The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on the applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

Benefit Information: 
ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit

The Lead Building Engineer performs various routine maintenance assignments and assists other Facilities Management personnel in the repair and maintenance of physical structures, equipment, and fixtures of the facility and grounds.

Essential Duties

• Carpentry duties; install shelving, and repair windows, screens, blinds, and suspended ceilings
• Electrical duties: switches, reset breakers, change bulbs and ballasts, other electrical duties as assigned
• HVAC duties – check thermostats, hot and cold calls
• Light plumbing repairs – change washers, valves, and shutoffs
• General maintenance service for facility personnel (assemble furniture and accessories, move items)
• Generalized knowledge of the use of power tools and other equipment
• Assist other trades as required in emergencies or overload situations, including snow removal, groundskeeping and other items as assigned.
• Collaborate with supervisor and other Facilities Management personnel to solicit expertise of required crafts necessary to complete assignments
• Report defective materials, faulty operation of equipment, and unusual matters to supervisor and appropriate personnel
• Make inspections of and file deficiency reports (to include work order requests) to correct problems for spaces, electrical mechanical equipment, control, and systems to ensure safe and reliable operations at peak energy efficiency
• Work from work order system on wireless tablets and/or verbal instructions
• Prioritize urgency of work requests based on department procedures and notify supervisor of any problems or delays in projects
• Maintain work area and equipment in a safe, clean, and orderly condition and follow standard and prescribed safety regulations.
• Report any violation of OSHA Regulations to supervisor.
• Exercise and ensure that others follow safe working practices (even if this requires wearing a hard hat, safety glasses, cap, gown, proper footwear, or other safety apparel)
• Respond to all facility emergency codes.
• Attend all facility-sponsored training in Blood Borne Pathogens, Fire Safety, Right-To-Know, and others as required
• May be required to drive personal or facility owned vehicles for business purposes. If so, drivers will be subject to an initial driving record review (for currency of licensure as well as violations) and periodic reviews thereafter.
• Handle multiple priorities and make sound decisions under pressure
• Work alone effectively, managing anger/fear/hostility and/or stress appropriately
• Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment
• Promote effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter and intra departmentally to facilitate the department's/unit's ability to meet its goals and objectives.
• May accompany insurance, federal, state, or local authorities inspecting buildings or mechanical systems
• Duties subject to change at anytime 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

• High School Diploma/GED required
• 2 years commercial, industrial, or healthcare maintenance experience.
• 5 years commercial, industrial, or healthcare maintenance experience
• Ability to easily and effectively communicate and collaborate with facility personnel.
• Ability to handle computer data entry input
• Some knowledge and skill in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical and general maintenance

About Us


ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of facility services and solutions. A driving force for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world, ABM provides essential services and forward-looking performance solutions that improve the spaces and places that matter most. From curbside to rooftop, ABM’s comprehensive services include janitorial, engineering, parking, electrical and lighting, energy and electric vehicle charging infrastructure, HVAC and mechanical, landscape and turf, and mission critical solutions. ABM serves a wide range of industries – from commercial office buildings to universities, airports, hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants and distribution centers, entertainment venues and more. Founded in 1909, ABM serves over 20,000 clients, with annualized revenue approaching $8 billion and more than 100,000 team members in 350+ offices throughout the United States, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, and other international locations. For more information, visit


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