Building Engineer (Galleria)

Stream Realty; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Bonuses

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) plan with company matching

PTO

Holiday pay

Job summary

Stream Realty is seeking a Building Engineer in Houston to keep building systems in top condition and deliver concierge-style service to tenants. You will perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs while supporting the property team and ensuring safety standards are met.

The role requires 3 years of building operations or related experience, strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation, and EPA certification within 90 days.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in Commercial Building Operations, Property Management, or a related industry preferred.
• Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Must have a thorough understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems.
• Ability to efficiently present information to an internal department and/or large groups of employees.
• Understanding of multi-meter amp probe, anemometer, pressure gauges, drain auger, and other industry standard tools/equipment.
• Prior work experience and knowledge of energy-saving and sustainability measures.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to read and understand plans and prints.
• EPA Universal Certification required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Comprehend and interpret instructions and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding.
• Operate and use necessary manual and power‑driven tools.
• Provide concierge‑style customer service to internal and external partners.
• Perform preventative maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment, and grounds.
• Align and ensure all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies, and company directives related to building operations and work safety are adhered to.
• Inspect building systems, including but not limited to fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing, to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client.
• Perform contract work, which could include landscaping, snow removal, HVAC, plumbing, and cleaning.

Skills

MS Office

Outlook

Word

Excel

Teams

Reliable transportation

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Building automation

Communication

Reading plans

Education

High School Diploma / GED

EPA Universal Certification

City/state licenses ( Boiler, Electrician)

Tools

Multi-meter amp probe

Anemometer

Pressure gauges

Drain auger

Job description

Founded in 1996, Stream began with a vision that put people—not brick and mortar—at its foundation. That vision continues to shape who we are today. Headquartered in Dallas, TX, and operating in core markets coast to coast, we complete billions in annual transactions across office, industrial, retail, healthcare, land, and multifamily properties. With millions of square feet under assignment, we are one of the fastest-growing, full-service commercial real estate services firms in the country. Behind that growth is our talented team and distinct culture, grounded in four core values: smart, honest, nice, and passionate. For more information, visit www.streamrealty.com and follow us on LinkedIn , Instagram , X and Facebook .

IMMEDIATE IMPACT. MEANINGFUL CAREER.

At Stream, we know our success begins and ends with our people. It is the reason we work hard to attract and retain the best and brightest talent. From day one, you will be an integral member of our high-caliber, collaborative team. We will empower you to apply your energy, expertise, and creativity to meet our clients’ needs while instilling you with unsurpassed market knowledge and development opportunities to succeed. When you join Stream, you won’t simply start a new job—you will build a meaningful and impactful career.

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Building Engineer is consistently thorough and committed to keeping building systems and equipment in good order while supporting other members of the property and team. They provide concierge‑style service to the tenants at our buildings and are constantly looking for ways to improve the experience for all who come to their properties. They execute preventative maintenance to keep systems and equipment in good repair and prolong their useful life. They are keenly aware of their surroundings to ensure the property maintains an outstanding appearance.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comprehend and interpret instructions and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding.
• Operate and use necessary manual and power‑driven tools.
• Provide concierge‑style customer service to internal and external partners.
• Perform preventative maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment, and grounds.
• Align and ensure all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies, and company directives related to building operations and work safety are adhered to.
• Inspect building systems, including but not limited to fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing, to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by the client.
• Perform contract work, which could include landscaping, snow removal, HVAC, plumbing, and cleaning.

Qualifications

3 years of experience in Commercial Building Operations, Property Management, or a related industry preferred.

Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.

Reliable transportation required.

Must have a thorough understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems.

Ability to efficiently present information to an internal department and/or large groups of employees.

Understanding of multi‑meter amp probe, anemometer, pressure gauges, drain auger, and other industry standard tools/equipment.

Prior work experience and knowledge of energy‑saving and sustainability measures.

Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Ability to read and understand plans and prints.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS

High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma required.

EPA Universal Certification required within 90 days of employment.

When applicable, obtain required city and/or government licenses or permits (i.e., Boiler Operating Permit, State Maintenance Electrician’s License, etc.).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work indoors approximately 50% of the time and outdoors approximately 50% of the time.

Use olfactory, auditory, and visual senses.

Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more.

Climb up and down stairs and ladders.

Access remote work areas and confined spaces (i.e., crawl spaces, roofs).

Use a full range of manual dexterity (i.e., sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting).

• competitive salaries
• bonuses
• medical/dental/vision insurance
• pharmacy benefits
• health savings account
• flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• PTO
• holiday pay

Stream is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, military status, or any other reason prohibited by law.

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