Building Engineer

PrideStaff; Minnesota; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PrideStaff is seeking a Building/Operations Engineer in Minnesota to ensure seamless performance of facility systems. You will monitor equipment health, tackle technical challenges, and execute a comprehensive maintenance strategy.

The role includes a rotating schedule (6 AM–3 PM and 10 AM–7 PM, Mon–Fri). You are a disciplined technician with a team-first mindset, capable of calm performance under pressure and delivering operational integrity for the property.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years in commercial HVAC or facility maintenance.
• Ability to operate testing equipment and use hand/power tools.
• Completion of the Hines Introduction to Engineering program or ability to complete it; relevant licenses/permits.
• Strong math and analytical skills for performance testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems (including chillers, boilers, pumps).
• Adjust HVAC equipment to meet performance standards; manage water treatment programs.
• Fix or replace fixtures, appliances, and electrical/plumbing components.
• Maintain logs for central plant operations, chemical usage, and safety inspections.
• Respond to service requests with professional urgency and maintain occupant relations.
• Act as a critical team member during emergencies (evacuations, life safety alarms) compliant with safety regs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Team player

Math for performance testing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Multi-meters

Airflow sensors

Leak detectors

Hand & power tools

Job description

Job Description

Building / Operations Engineer
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The Role:
As aBuilding or Operations Engineer, you will ensure the seamless performance of all facility systems. You’ll work closely with leadership to monitor equipment health, tackle technical challenges, and execute a comprehensive maintenance strategy.
Rotation Schedule: 6 AM - 3 PM and 10 AM to 7 PM, Monday through Friday.
Key Responsibilities

• System Maintenance:Perform expert preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems (including chillers, boilers, and pumps).
• Operational Oversight:Adjust HVAC equipment to meet performance standards and manage water treatment chemical programs.
• General Repairs:Fix or replace building fixtures, appliances, and general electrical/plumbing components.
• Reporting:Maintain precise logs for central plant operations, chemical usage, and safety inspections.
• Tenant Relations:Respond to service requests with professional urgency and maintain positive relationships with all occupants and contractors.
• Safety & Emergency Response:Act as a critical team member during emergencies (evacuations, life safety alarms, and bomb searches) while ensuring compliance with all local and federal safety regulations.

Who You Are:
You are a disciplined technician who balances technical skill with a team-first mentality. You stay calm under pressure and take pride in the operational integrity of the property.
Required Qualifications

• Education:High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience:At least2 yearsof commercial HVAC or facility maintenance experience.
• Technical Proficiency:Ability to operate testing equipment (multi-meters, airflow sensors, leak detectors) and a full suite of hand and power tools.
• Certifications:Completion of the Hines "Introduction to Engineering" program (or ability to complete it) and any required local permits/licenses (CFC Universal, Boiler Permit, etc.).
• Analytical Skills:Ability to calculate basic math for performance testing and interpret complex technical manuals.
• Communication:Strong verbal and written skills for effective reporting and tenant interaction.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Physical Agility:Ability to stand for long periods, lift 25+ lbs, climb ladders/stairs, and navigate confined spaces (crawl spaces, roofs).
• Sensory Awareness:Use of sight, hearing, and smell to detect equipment irregularities.
• Flexibility:Ability to work shifts that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, including occasional overtime.
• Setting:Approximately 80% indoor and 20% outdoor work.

Compensation:
$65,100 - 75,100/yr.
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