Building Engineer

Farbman Group; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k) plus match

Job summary

Farbman Group is seeking a skilled Building Engineer in Detroit, MI to maintain, repair and troubleshoot building systems while supporting ClimateGuard Pro sensor monitoring at client sites. The role blends hands-on maintenance with field IoT support, ensuring safe, clean environments for tenants and efficient operation of systems.

Responsibilities include inspections, emergency response, and coordinating with vendors; on-site training and ensuring compliance with safety standards, with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in commercial property maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems and general maintenance.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve issues in occupied tenant spaces.
• Familiarity with safety standards (OSHA) and building regulations.
• Customer service oriented with clear communication to tenants and vendors.
• Willingness to read blueprints and learn ClimateGuard Pro hardware/software.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs of commercial properties.
• Respond promptly to tenant service requests and emergencies with professional resolution.
• Monitor building systems for efficiency, safety, and proper operation.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialized repairs.
• Maintain records of work orders, equipment status, and inventory.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
• Assist with space turnovers and upkeep of common areas.
• Manage maintenance supplies and stay within budget guidelines.

Skills

HVAC systems

Plumbing

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

IoT device handling

Tenant service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or associate degree

Tools

ClimateGuard Pro

General building maintenance tools

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Building Engineer to join the Farbman Group team. This role is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting building systems to ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for tenants. In addition to core maintenance duties, this role also supports ClimateGuard Pro, Farbman Group's Internet of Things (IoT) sensor monitoring platform — installing and programming sensors at client sites, training on-site users, and monitoring alerts to ensure client properties remain protected. This is a dual-function role combining hands-on building engineering with ClimateGuard Pro field support, and it reports out of our Detroit, Michigan base.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs of commercial properties, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general building systems.
• Respond promptly to tenant service requests and maintenance emergencies, ensuring timely and professional resolution.
• Monitor building systems and equipment to ensure efficiency, safety, and proper operation.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialized repairs and services as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of work orders, equipment status, and inventory of supplies.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, company policies, and applicable commercial building regulations.
• Assist with space turnovers, including preparing vacant units for new tenants.
• Support the overall upkeep of the property, including common areas, amenities, and curb appeal.
• Assist in managing maintenance supplies and staying within budget guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree in maintenance, building systems, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in commercial property maintenance preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, appliance repair, and general commercial maintenance.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve maintenance issues efficiently, including in occupied tenant spaces.
• Familiarity with safety standards, OSHA guidelines, and applicable commercial building regulations.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with tenants, team members, clients, and vendors.
• Good organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Comfort reading blueprints/floor plans and working with networked IoT devices; willingness to learn ClimateGuard Pro sensor hardware and configuration software (training provided).
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including on-call rotations, evenings, and weekends as needed.
• Willingness to travel to client sites, including overnight stays when required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• 401(k) plus match