Building Engineer

Core Executive Recruiting; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Executive Recruiting is seeking a Building Maintenance Engineer for Class A commercial office buildings in Jacksonville, FL. This on-site role focuses on hands-on maintenance, repair, and monitoring of building systems to ensure tenant comfort, safety, and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in office building maintenance and working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.

Qualifications

• Background in office building maintenance required.
• Hands-on maintenance experience in commercial office buildings.
• Experience with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.
• EPA Universal, HVAC or electrical certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on maintenance and repair of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on air handling units, chillers, cooling towers, and pumps to ensure efficient operation.
• Troubleshoot and adjust building automation systems (DDC/pneumatic controls) for optimal performance and tenant comfort.
• Support daily operations by responding promptly to service requests and maintaining logs of inspections and repairs.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Mechanical systems

Customer service orientation

Tenant communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA Universal certification

HVAC certification

Electrical certification

Tools

DDC/pneumatic controls

Job description

The Building Maintenance Engineer supports the daily operations of Class A commercial office buildings. The role focuses on hands‑on maintenance, repair, and monitoring of building systems to ensure tenant comfort, safety, and operational efficiency. The building maintenance engineer will work closely with property management and senior engineering staff to deliver reliable service, uphold high standards of building performance, and contribute to a positive tenant experience. A background in office building maintenance is required.

Job Duties

• Perform hands‑on maintenance and repair of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on air handling units, chillers, cooling towers, and pumps to ensure efficient operation.
• Troubleshoot and adjust building automation systems (DDC/pneumatic controls) for optimal performance and tenant comfort.
• Support daily operations by responding promptly to service requests and maintaining accurate logs of inspections and repairs.

Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience in commercial office buildings, with working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or certifications (EPA Universal, HVAC, electrical) strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform repairs such as replacing motors, bearings, valves, and electrical components safely and effectively.
• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively with tenants and property management teams.