Building Engineer II

Standard Insurance; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) with matching

Annual incentive bonus

Paid time off + holidays

Parental leave

Adoption/surrogacy assistance

Employee giving program (matching)

Job summary

The Standard is seeking a Building Engineer II to maintain safety, comfort, and reliability across our Portland-area commercial properties. You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and building automation, while responding to tenant service requests.

This role collaborates with vendors and property teams, participates in on-call rotations, and may require travel between sites.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a Building Engineer or related facilities maintenance role.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and BAS/BMS.
• Proficiency with CMMS or building management software.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varied environments.
• Willingness to travel between Tanasbourne and Portland-area properties and participate in on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Tenant service

Maintenance troubleshooting

CMMS

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS software

BAS/BMS

Job description

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.

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?

• 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.

The actual compensation for this role will be based on a combination of education and experience, knowledge and skills, position budget, internal equity, and market data.

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.

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