Building Engineer I: Maintenance & Emergency Response

actionlife; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Action Property Management is seeking a Building Engineer I to maintain and repair common property, respond to emergencies, and perform limited in-unit maintenance. The role reports to the Chief Engineer and supports a safe, productive team environment with occasional overtime.

The position features a schedule of Tue–Fri 8:00–5:00 and Sat 9:00–6:00, with compensation of $25–$27 per hour. Maintenance tasks span mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general areas across multiple communities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire/life safety, and sanitary sewer systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks as outlined in manuals and directed by leadership.
• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC issues.
• Complete general maintenance work including carpentry, painting, masonry, and light furniture repairs.
• Conduct routine and follow-up property inspections, including annual punch list items.
• Perform in-unit tasks such as HVAC filter changes, smoke alarm battery replacement, and minor repairs.
• Maintain accurate logs, inspection reports, work orders, tool inventory, and preventive maintenance records.
• Respond to property emergencies (flood, fire, power outage, earthquake) and maintain required safety certifications.
• Coordinate vendor access and assist housekeeping and team members as needed.
• Deliver excellent customer service, demonstrate professionalism, and support a safe, productive team environment, including occasional overtime.

Job description

Action Property Management is seeking a Building Engineer I to maintain and repair common property, respond to emergencies, and perform limited in-unit maintenance. The role reports to the Chief Engineer and supports a safe, productive team environment with occasional overtime.

The position features a schedule of Tue–Fri 8:00–5:00 and Sat 9:00–6:00, with compensation of $25–$27 per hour. Maintenance tasks span mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general areas across multiple communities.