Building Engineer - HVAC, Electrical & Facility Systems

cpgroup; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited vacation

Life and disability insurance

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Voluntary insurance options

401(k) with company match

Job summary

CP Group in Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking a Building Engineer to ensure efficient operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and coordinate with tenants to deliver reliable building performance.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of commercial property experience, universal CFC certification, and a strong safety mindset with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Can-do initiative, solutions-oriented attitude and good communicator.
• Technical mechanical knowledge and proficiency.
• Prioritize repairs based on urgency and impact.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 3–5 years operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Universal CFC certification.
• Appropriate trade licenses or permits as required (Journeyman/Master Electrician, etc.).
• Experience in HVAC, boilers, pumps, refrigerant systems, and related equipment.
• Knowledge of energy management systems and energy reduction practices.
• Familiarity with building automation systems (BAS).
• Strong understanding of building systems operations and maintenance.
• Basic computing skills (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing, electrical, or HVAC requirements of the building.
• Maintain heating equipment, chillers, DX units, pumps, and cooling towers.
• Monitor and adjust mechanical equipment, controls, and distribution.
• Verify field conditions and perform repairs or adjustments.
• Repair doors, ceilings, rails, floors and fittings around the property.
• Repair plumbing fixtures such as toilets, urinals, lavatories.
• Perform preventive maintenance per OEM standards and best practices.
• Inspect engine room, fan room, motors, pumps, and generators.
• Troubleshoot and repair base building systems.
• Conduct ongoing quality control inspections.
• Replace signage and ensure work areas are clean and accessible.
• Perform drywall, door, lock, cabinet, and wall-covering repairs.
• Manage structural repairs like doors and roof leaks.
• Respond to punch lists for tenant build outs.
• Check emergency exit signs/lights and NFPA life-safety compliance.
• Respond to emergencies (fire, evacuation, equipment failure) promptly.
• Comply with codes, regulations, and safety practices.
• Complete required safety training and maintain neat appearance.

Skills

Initiative

Communication

Mechanical knowledge

Urgent repairs prioritization

HVAC knowledge

Energy management

BAS knowledge

Computing basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

CP Group in Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking a Building Engineer to ensure efficient operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and coordinate with tenants to deliver reliable building performance.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of commercial property experience, universal CFC certification, and a strong safety mindset with excellent communication skills.