Building Engineer: Hands-On Facility Maintenance Expert

Shepherd Center; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Shepherd Center is seeking a Building Engineer to support daily maintenance and engineering tasks at our Atlanta campus. The role emphasizes proactive upkeep, problem-solving, and collaboration with teams to uphold facility safety and reliability.

Ideal candidates have at least 5 years in plant maintenance, with strong knowledge of plumbing, electrical work, and HVAC systems, plus the ability to read blueprints and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 5 years of maintenance experience.
• Five years of plant maintenance experience including chillers, boilers, and HVAC.
• Knowledge of plumbing repairs and basic electrical repairs.
• Ability to read procedure documents and blueprints.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists with preventative maintenance, repair or fabrication of equipment for the Center.
• Performs plumbing, basic electrical, HVAC mechanical work, carpentry, door/locks, and building rounds.
• Occasionally works overtime and weekends.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Plumbing repairs

Electrical repairs

Reading blueprints

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Shepherd Center is seeking a Building Engineer to support daily maintenance and engineering tasks at our Atlanta campus. The role emphasizes proactive upkeep, problem-solving, and collaboration with teams to uphold facility safety and reliability.

Ideal candidates have at least 5 years in plant maintenance, with strong knowledge of plumbing, electrical work, and HVAC systems, plus the ability to read blueprints and procedures.