Building Engineer

ABM Industries; Wittman (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ABM Benefits package

Job summary

ABM Industries in Wittman, MD is seeking a Building Engineer to operate, maintain, and repair HVAC, boilers, chillers, pumps, and electrical systems on site. You will read blueprints, work with building automation, and ensure energy-efficient operation across all plant equipment.

The role requires 3–5 years in facilities maintenance, a stationary engineer license or equivalent, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work after hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a building engineer, stationary engineer, or in commercial/industrial facilities maintenance.
• Licensure/Certification: Valid stationary engineer license or equivalent trade certification as required by local/state jurisdiction.
• Technical Knowledge: Working knowledge of HVAC systems, boilers, chillers, refrigeration equipment, air compressors, pumps, and building automation/control systems, including the ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and equipment schematics.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform physical tasks including climbing ladders, working in confined spaces, lifting up to 50 lbs, and standing/walking for extended periods, with availability for on-call or after-hours emergency response.
• Education: High school diploma or GED required; trade school certification, technical degree, or equivalent apprenticeship training in HVAC, electrical, or mechanical systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and repair boilers, heaters, pumps, valves, and related steam/water distribution equipment.
• Operate, maintain and repair refrigerant compressors, condensers, evaporators, and related refrigerant lines.
• Operate, maintain and repair pumps, brines, and secondary refrigerating liquids and distribution lines.
• Maintain and repair air compressors and distribution lines for air control.
• Maintain and repair natural and manufactured gas distribution lines and control devices.
• Maintain and repair water filters, piping, sinks, and water distribution systems.
• Maintain and repair electrical motors and engines powering pumps, compressors and fans.
• Maintain and repair fuel oil systems and tanks.
• Maintain and repair sanitary sewer systems and sump pumps.
• Maintain and repair trash compactors and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain electrical power distribution and lighting/controls.
• Calibrate controls seasonally for energy efficiency; adhere to Preventive Maintenance Program schedules.
• Support Life/Safety and security systems within engineer scope.
• Perform other duties as requested by Building Management.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Reading blueprints

On-call availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school certification / apprenticeship in HVAC/electrical/mechanical

Tools

Boilers & chillers

Building automation systems

Wiring diagrams reading

Job description

The Building Engineer is qualified to operate or assist in operating all heating and ventilating equipment, engines, turbines, motors, combustion engines, pumps, air compressors, ice and refrigerating machines, air conditioning units, fans and siphons on the site assigned.

Benefit Information

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Team Member Benefits | ABM Employee Benefits | Front Line Team Members | (Programa de Beneficios de ABM)

$37.23 - $37.23 an hour

• Operate, maintain and repair all boilers, heaters, pumps, valves, appurtenances, and lines used in the distribution of steam and heated or processed water.
• Operate, maintain and repair refrigerant compressors, condensers, evaporators, traps, transfer pumps, expansion valves, stop valves and float valves, together with all refrigerant lines and devices used to control temperature.
• Operate, maintain and repair pumps, handling brines or other secondary refrigerating liquids, together with all valves, appurtenances and lines used in the system.
• Operate, maintain and repair air compressors, together with distribution lines and all valves and devices for air control.
• Operate, maintain and repair all natural and manufactured gas distribution lines, including all valves and control devices.
• Operate, maintain and repair water filters softeners, piping and pumps used in conjunction with water distribution, including all sinks, toilet bowls, supply lines, drains and water lines.
• Operate, maintain and repair all types of electrical motors and engines used to power pumps, compressors and fans.
• Operate, maintain and repair of fuel oil systems including pumps, valves, lines, controls and fuel tanks.
• Operate, maintain and repair sanitary sewer systems, including sump pumps, basins, water closets, urinals and piping.
• Maintain and repair trash compactors, including electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain and repair kitchen equipment.
• Maintain electrical power distribution and auxiliaries for the building’s lighting, mechanical, plumbing and control components including lighting maintenance.
• Maintain proper operation during seasonal changes and recalibrate controls based upon seasonal conditions to assure energy efficient operation.
• Maintain all equipment as required per the Preventive Maintenance Program. The Preventive Maintenance program will be scheduled to meet the manufacturer’s required services specifications.
• Life/Safety and security systems - Equipment maintenance applicable in Engineer’s scope will be included.
• Other duties and responsibilities as requested by Building Management
• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a building engineer, stationary engineer, or in commercial/industrial facilities maintenance, with hands-on work across HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Licensure/Certification: Valid stationary engineer license or equivalent trade certification as required by local/state jurisdiction (e.g., Universal EPA 608 Refrigerant Certification for refrigerant handling); boiler operator license a plus depending on building class.
• Technical Knowledge: Working knowledge of HVAC systems, boilers, chillers, refrigeration equipment, air compressors, pumps, and building automation/control systems, including the ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and equipment schematics.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform physical tasks including climbing ladders, working in confined spaces, lifting up to 50 lbs, and standing/walking for extended periods, with availability for on-call or after-hours emergency response.
• Education: High school diploma or GED required; trade school certification, technical degree, or equivalent apprenticeship training in HVAC, electrical, or mechanical systems preferred.

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