Building Engineer

Transwestern; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Transwestern in Houston, TX is seeking a Building Engineer to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on buildings and industrial systems. Responsibilities include inspecting HVAC, electrical, and plumbing, leading repairs, and coordinating with contractors.

The role involves emergency response, energy management, and upkeep of lighting and grounds. The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED (with trade school training a plus) and at least 3 years of building maintenance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 2+ years related experience or trade school training.
• Minimum 3 years building maintenance experience.
• Thorough knowledge of building systems operations, maintenance, and repair.
• Appropriate licenses or permits for trade as required.
• Knowledge of energy management systems and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on buildings, systems, and grounds.
• Inspect building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) for proper operation.
• Lead repairs, record maintenance activities, and coordinate with contractors.
• Respond to emergencies and manage energy use to control costs.
• Maintain lighting systems and assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Building maintenance

HVAC systems

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Energy management

Analytical skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school training

2+ years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Building Engineer is responsible for completing work orders, grounds maintenance, painting, caulking, HVAC, plumbing, drywall, electrical and completing maintenance on buildings as needed. The Building Engineer will perform general preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, equipment and grounds. The Building Engineer will also monitor the building operations and performance.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, equipment, and grounds.
• Inspect building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
• Perform assigned repairs, emergency, and preventive maintenance. Complete maintenance and repair records as required.
• Take the lead to troubleshoot and repair of buildings and installed systems to include, but not limited to: plumbing systems, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, and HVAC.
• May be required to direct mechanics, technicians, and outside contractors on assigned projects.
• Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
• Maintain an energy management program to ensure measures are taken to operate all systems in the most efficient manner to keep operating costs at a minimum.
• Maintain the building lighting system, including element and ballast repairs or replacements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of two years of related experience and/or trade school training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 3 years building maintenance experience.
• Thorough knowledge in all building systems operations, maintenance and repair.
• Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses, such as Refrigeration Certificate of Fitness, High Pressure Boiler License, High Pressure Steam Operator, etc.
• Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques, and operations.
• Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Must have a thorough understanding of HVAC, electrical and building automation systems.
• Ability to understand and give general instructions in standard situations.
• Operate and use necessary manual and power-driven tools.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• May require shift work, overtime and/or on call duties.
• Stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pump, tools, ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting device.
• May be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments).
• Climb ladders and stairs.

WORK SHIFT

First Shift (United States of America)

LOCATION

Houston, TX

BACKGROUND CHECKS

All candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include but are not limited to criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification. In addition, your employment with Transwestern is subject to successfully passing a drug screen check prior to your start with the Company along with satisfactory references.