Facilities Engineer

Facilities Engineer At The St. James

The St. James is a premier sports, wellness, and entertainment brand, empowering people of all ages to reach their peak potential. Our 450,000-square-foot flagship complex in Springfield, VA, offers a unique combination of world-class sports venues, elite training spaces, recovery amenities, and athletic and wellness programs. We also operate Performance Club locations in Springfield, VA, and Bethesda, MD, providing signature group classes, customized performance training, recovery, and high-performance programming in convenient club settings. From comprehensive training to family-friendly fun, lifestyle events, and sporting experiences, The St. James is your destination to discover your best self.

Our success in delivering exceptional guest experiences—experiences that engage, inspire, and delight—depends on our ability to recruit, retain, and cultivate team members who embody the true spirit of hospitality. We seek individuals who are committed to personal and organizational excellence, who are proactive and action-oriented, and who thrive in a collaborative team environment. If you have a passion for service and a dedication to continuous growth, we want you to be part of our team.

Join the team that keeps one of the nation's premier sports facilities running. The St. James is one of the largest sports, wellness, and entertainment complexes in the country. Our 450,000-square-foot flagship facility includes two NHL-sized ice rinks, an Olympic-size competition pool, commercial HVAC systems, fitness centers, basketball courts, restaurants, athletic training spaces, and event venues—all under one roof. As a Facilities Engineer, you'll help maintain a unique and complex facility while working on a wide variety of commercial building systems. From commercial HVAC and plumbing to electrical systems, mechanical equipment, and refrigeration systems supporting our ice rinks, you'll gain hands-on experience in an environment unlike any other. No two days are the same, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys troubleshooting, learning new skills, and taking pride in keeping a world-class facility operating at its best.

What You'll Do

• Respond to maintenance work orders throughout the facility.
• Perform preventive maintenance on commercial HVAC equipment, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and building systems.
• Assist in maintaining equipment supporting our two NHL-sized ice rinks, including exposure to commercial refrigeration systems.
• Assist in maintaining the Olympic-size competition pool and related mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair doors, lighting, fixtures, equipment, and general building components.
• Inspect and maintain athletic venues, public spaces, mechanical rooms, and common areas.
• Complete repairs accurately and document completed work.
• Work alongside contractors and specialized vendors on larger maintenance and capital projects.
• Assist with event setups to ensure venues are ready for guests, athletes, and events.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional environment throughout the facility.
• Respond to occasional after-hours maintenance emergencies.
• Assist with seasonal exterior maintenance and snow removal when needed.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in commercial building or facilities maintenance.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and general building repairs.
• Interest in learning and working with commercial refrigeration systems that support our ice rinks.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues and work independently.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable transportation.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school, technical certification, or relevant maintenance experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders and work in mechanical spaces.
• Frequently stand, walk, kneel, crouch, bend, and reach.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions when necessary.

Why The St. James?

• Work in one of the largest and most unique sports and wellness complexes in the country.
• Gain experience maintaining two NHL-sized ice rinks, an Olympic-size competition pool, commercial HVAC systems, and refrigeration equipment.
• Develop your skills across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and general building maintenance.
• Stable, year-round full-time employment.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for career growth and technical development.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401(k).
• Employee discounts and access to our premier facility.

Full-time, 40 hours per week. Schedule will vary based on operational needs and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional on-call responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.