Building Operating Engineer

Building Operating Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Building Operating Engineer with strong commercial facility experience to maintain and troubleshoot critical building systems. This is a hands-on role requiring knowledge across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, building automation, and general maintenance.

Residential-only experience will not meet the requirements for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on commercial building systems

• Maintain HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and general building systems

• Perform preventive maintenance and ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently

• Respond promptly to service requests and complete work orders professionally

• Maintain accurate work orders and equipment information in a CMMS/work order management system

• Troubleshoot building automation and control systems

• Assist with equipment installations, replacements, and facility upgrades

• Coordinate with contractors and vendors and monitor the quality of completed work

• Maintain parts and equipment inventory and request replacements as needed

• Support safe, reliable, and efficient daily facility operations

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

• EPA Universal Certification

• Minimum 3 years of commercial building maintenance experience

• Strong HVAC, electrical, and plumbing knowledge

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills

• Experience with CMMS or computerized work order systems

• Ability to work with computerized building systems and controls

• Strong communication and customer service skills

• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple service requests

Preferred Qualifications

• BAS/Building Automation experience

• Experience with Tridium, Johnson Controls, Siemens, or similar control platforms

• Additional HVAC/R, electrical, or plumbing certifications

• Commercial office, hospitality, healthcare, industrial, or other large facility experience

• Experience with fire/life safety systems

• Knowledge of energy management and sustainability practices

• Commercial kitchen equipment experience, including ovens, walk-in freezers, coolers, and exhaust hoods

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has a strong commercial maintenance background and is comfortable working across multiple trades. Experience with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire/life safety, BAS/automation controls, and general building maintenance is highly valued. Candidates with commercial kitchen equipment experience will be especially valuable.

Commercial experience is required. Residential-only experience will not be considered.