Building Engineer

Colliers International; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k with employer match

PTO 10 sick days 15 vacation days

Unlimited time off (senior roles)

Paid holidays + personal flex days

Parental leave

Job summary

Colliers International in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Building Engineer to maintain and troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, BAS and life-safety systems across a commercial property. You will perform preventive maintenance, respond to tenant requests, manage inventory and schedules, and coordinate with vendors.

A Class C Boiler License, Refrigeration License and CFC certification are required. Join a team focused on reliable operations, strong relationships with property managers, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial building maintenance or building engineering experience.
• 1-2 years of HVAC technical school training.
• Class C Boiler License and Refrigeration License required.
• CFC Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, BAS, and other building systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR).

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, building automation, and life-safety systems.
• Perform daily inspections, preventive maintenance, and respond to tenant service requests.
• Support the seasonal startup and shutdown of boilers, cooling towers, and related equipment.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to complete repairs and maintenance.
• Manage parts inventory and maintain maintenance records.
• Assist with snow removal, vendor escorts, and emergency building needs.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies.
• Collaborate with engineers, property management, and operations teams to ensure efficient building performance.

Skills

HVAC systems

Maintenance coordination

Customer service

On-call readiness

Documentation

Education

HVAC technical school training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Make your next move an expert one.

At Colliers it's not our success that sets us apart, it's how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what's right for our clients, people and communities.

Why Colliers?

Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers' continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

About you

As the Building Engineer, you are a technical and engineering expert, familiar with maintenance systems and equipment. You bring strong organizational skills, a customer-centric approach, and a positive outlook to everything you do.

You'll be responsible for all preventive maintenance, necessary maintenance, and repairs to the building's mechanical, electrical, HVAC and plumbing systems, ensuring the maintenance systems are running efficiently and to ensure the safety of our clients and their properties. You have a working knowledge of life safety, fire protection, and security systems to ensure proper operations and be able to act upon any conditions that are out of the ordinary.

You also understand how to develop and maintain strong relationships with property managers, suppliers, and department leaders. With a keen eye for detail, you'll be able to successfully manage multiple priorities and reports, including inventory, records, and schedules.

In This Role, You Will:

• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, building automation, and life-safety systems.
• Perform daily inspections, preventive maintenance, and respond to tenant service requests.
• Support the seasonal startup and shutdown of boilers, cooling towers, and related equipment.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to complete repairs and maintenance.
• Manage parts inventory and maintain maintenance records.
• Assist with snow removal, vendor escorts, and emergency building needs.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies.
• Collaborate with engineers, property management, and operations teams to ensure efficient building performance.

What You'll Bring:

• 3+ years of commercial building maintenance or building engineering experience.
• 1-2 years of HVAC technical school training.
• Class C Boiler License and Refrigeration License required.
• CFC Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, BAS, and other building systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR).

Pursuant to local law, Colliers is disclosing the following information:

Area / Location Specific: St. Paul, MN

Approximate Compensation Range for this Role: $32.60/hour - $45.00/hour

Our compensation ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all national locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits

• Employees (and their families) are provided options for employer subsidized medical benefits including RX, dental, vision as well as employer paid basic life/AD&D insurance and short-term / long-term disability.
• Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, which includes an employer match.
• Employees will also receive 10 sick days and a minimum of 15 vacation days annually.
• Certain senior-level roles are eligible for unlimited time off.
• Employees will also enjoy 10 paid holidays plus two personal flex days throughout the calendar year.
• Employees may also be permitted up to 4-12 weeks of paid parental leave depending on eligibility criteria.
• Individuals may be eligible for different or additional benefits under applicable state law.

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Make your next move an expert one and join us as we lead the industry into the future.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Direct applicants only please, no agencies.

Colliers respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of any actual or perceived membership in any protected category including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.