Building Engineer

ABM; Wittman (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ABM is seeking a Building Engineer with hands-on experience across HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems for a commercial/industrial facility in Maryland. The role involves operating or assisting in operating all major equipment such as boilers, chillers, air handling units, pumps, and building automation systems.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of relevant experience and hold a valid stationary engineer license or equivalent certification per local requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a building or stationary engineer in commercial/industrial facilities.
• Valid stationary engineer license or equivalent trade certification as required by local/state jurisdiction.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems, boilers, chillers, refrigeration equipment, air compressors, pumps, and building automation/control systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and equipment schematics.
• High school diploma or GED; trade school certification/technical degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and assist in operating HVAC, boilers, chillers, and related equipment.
• Respond to on‑call or after‑hours emergency situations as needed.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and equipment schematics.

Skills

HVAC systems

Building automation

Blueprints & schematics

Electrical systems

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school certification / technical degree preferred

Apprenticeship training in HVAC/electrical/mechanical

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)

• 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.