Building Engineer II

The Standard; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Annual incentive bonus

Job summary

The Standard is seeking a Building Engineer II to help maintain safety, comfort, and reliability across our commercial properties in the Hillsboro/Portland area. You will troubleshoot and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, BAS/BMS, and related systems while coordinating with vendors and internal teams to ensure tenants have a positive experience.

You will participate in an on-call rotation and support facility projects, with a focus on safety, reliability, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• 4+ years of experience as a Building Engineer or in a related commercial facilities maintenance role.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining commercial building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and BAS/BMS.
• Working knowledge of preventative maintenance programs, work order management, and facility operations.
• Experience using CMMS and/or building management software.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in confined spaces, elevated platforms, ladders, and stairways.
• Willingness to travel between Tanasbourne and Portland-area properties.
• On-call rotation approximately every five weeks is required.
• Certifications such as OSHA 10/30, CPR/First Aid, EPA Refrigerant Certification, BOC I/II, or LBME/LME are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and building automation systems.
• Respond to tenant service requests and resolve building maintenance issues in a timely manner.
• Monitor and operate building systems, including HVAC and lighting controls.
• Support facilities projects by coordinating with vendors, obtaining proposals, and overseeing assigned work.
• Conduct building inspections and assist with vendor and regulatory walk-throughs.

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical

Building automation

CMMS

Vendor coordination

On-call rotation

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

The next part of your journey is right around the corner — with The Standard.

A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others is the foundation for everything we do. With a customer-first mindset and an intentional focus on building strong teams, we’ve been able to uphold our legacy of financial stability while investing in new, innovative technologies that support the needs of our customers. Our high-performance culture focused on operational excellence thrives thanks to remarkable people united by compassion and a customer-first commitment. Are you ready to make a difference?

Job Summary

As a Building Engineer II, you will help maintain the safety, comfort, and reliability of our commercial properties by performing preventative maintenance, repairs, and inspections across building systems. You'll troubleshoot and maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, lock and door hardware, boilers, and building automation systems while responding to tenant service requests and supporting facility projects. This role partners closely with vendors, contractors, and property teams to ensure buildings operate efficiently and deliver a positive experience for tenants.

• Ability to work after hours, weekends, and participate in an on-call rotation (approximately every five weeks) is a requirement of the role. *

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and building automation systems.
• Respond to tenant service requests and resolve building maintenance issues in a timely manner.
• Monitor and operate building systems, including HVAC and lighting controls.
• Support facilities projects by coordinating with vendors, obtaining proposals, and overseeing assigned work.
• Conduct building inspections and assist with vendor and regulatory walk-throughs.

Skills And Background You'll Need

Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

Experience: 4+ years of experience as a Building Engineer or in a related commercial facilities maintenance role.

• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining commercial building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building automation systems (BAS/BMS).
• Working knowledge of preventative maintenance programs, work order management, and facility operations.
• Experience using CMMS and/or building management software.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds and work in a variety of environments, including confined spaces, elevated platforms, ladders, and stairways.
• Ability to travel regularly between Tanasbourne and Portland-area properties.
• Ability to work after hours, weekends, and participate in an on-call rotation approximately every five weeks is required.
• Certifications such as OSHA 10/30, CPR/First Aid, EPA Refrigerant Certification, Building Operator Certification (BOC I or II), or Limited Building Maintenance Electrician (LBME/LME) are preferred.

Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate

• Adaptability: Sees possibilities in changing circumstances, accepts and understands change, and adjusts quickly to shifting priorities and facility needs.
• Driving Success: Takes ownership of building operations, follows through on commitments, and delivers quality work with a focus on safety and reliability.
• Winning Together: Builds effective working relationships with tenants, vendors, contractors, and internal partners to achieve operational goals.

Why Join The Standard?

We have built an enduring legacy of stability, financial strength and exceptional customer service through the contributions of the service-oriented people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:

• A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• An annual incentive bonus plan
• Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually — PTO increases with tenure
• A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
• An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools
• Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.

In addition to the competitive salary range below, our employee-focused benefits support work-life balance. Learn more about working at The Standard.

Salary Range:

26.68 - 39.18

Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.

Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Mortgage Investors, LLC, StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., and American Heritage Life Insurance Company and American Heritage Service Company, marketed as The Standard, are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. Except where precluded by state or federal law, The Standard will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. The Standard offers a drug- and alcohol-free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on The Standard's property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation and employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. After any conditional offer of employment is made, the background check will include an individualized assessment based on the applicant’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain and correct background information. All employees of The Standard must be bondable.