Building Engineer

LHH; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Building Engineer for a commercial office environment in Charlotte, NC. This role will involve hands-on maintenance of crucial building systems including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing to ensure efficient and safe property operations.

The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of relevant building maintenance experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and be flexible with working hours including overtime. This role is fully onsite and emphasizes exceptional customer service and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of building maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience operating HVAC equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance of building systems to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Respond to HVAC calls and troubleshoot issues.
• Conduct inspections of emergency generators and fire pumps.
• Perform preventive maintenance on plumbing systems.

Skills

A.C. circuits knowledge

HVAC troubleshooting

Plumbing maintenance

Electrical safety procedures

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school certification in HVAC or electronics

Tools

Chillers

Generatos

Pumps

Switchgear

Job description

LHH is seeking a Building Engineer for a commercial office environment in the Charlotte area. This role will support the hands‑on maintenance and operation of building systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable property operations. This is a fully onsite position.

Responsibilities

Electrical Systems

• Working knowledge of A.C. circuits and electrical safety procedures
• Ability to reset breakers and troubleshoot minor electrical issues
• Experience with outlets, switches, lighting ballasts, and circuit breakers

HVAC Systems

• Understanding of the basic refrigeration cycle
• Experience with DDC devices commonly found in commercial office buildings
• Exposure to pneumatic systems is a plus
• Perform minor preventive maintenance on AHUs
• Respond to HVAC calls and troubleshoot issues in a timely manner
• Test and adjust chemical treatment levels in water systems
• Conduct daily chiller inspections and report abnormalities
• Replace belts, motors, bearings, actuators, and valves
• Troubleshoot and repair field devices such as PIU/VAV units and related systems
• Assist with set point adjustments within the building energy management system
• Troubleshoot and make minor repairs to pumping systems

Plumbing Systems

• Perform preventive maintenance on plumbing systems
• Repair and rebuild flush valves and faucets
• Inspect and replace wax seals and remount toilets/urinals as needed
• Perform preventive maintenance on pumps
• Adjust and service pressure‑reducing valves

Life Safety Systems

• Support operation of building life safety systems
• Respond to fire alarms and system troubles
• Conduct and document inspections of emergency generators and fire pumps
• Perform additional life safety responsibilities as assigned

Additional Responsibilities

• Repair and replace door hardware and closures
• Perform minor security system adjustments and repairs
• Read and record tenant utility meters
• Interpret mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams
• Perform general maintenance tasks including painting, cleaning, and drain clearing

Qualifications

• 4+ years of building maintenance experience and/or trade school certification in HVAC, electronics, or a related field preferred
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience operating equipment such as chillers, generators, pumps, switchgear, and AHUs
• Strong troubleshooting and organizational skills
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Flexibility to work overtime and participate in an on‑call rotation schedule
• Strong sense of urgency, responsiveness, and professionalism