BUILDING ENGINEER - LIQUID COOLING (FULL TIME)

ESFM® USA; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

ESFM USA is seeking a Building Engineer - Liquid Cooling in Florence, KY to operate and maintain critical cooling systems in a data-center environment. You will monitor chilled water plants, pumps, and BAS/BMS controls, performing preventive and corrective maintenance and responding quickly to alarms.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in building engineering or related fields, with EPA 608 certification and hands-on experience with CHW systems, hydronic piping, and heat exchangers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in building engineering, HVAC, mechanical maintenance, or critical facility operations.
• EPA 608 Universal Certification required.
• Experience with chilled water systems, pumps, hydronic systems, heat exchangers, water flow, HVAC controls, and BAS/BMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot chilled water systems, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, hydronic piping, HVAC equipment, and controls.
• Perform routine rounds; monitor temperatures, pressures, flow rates, and BAS/BMS alarms.
• Diagnose mechanical issues; perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Respond to alarms and escalate complex issues as needed.
• Maintain operating logs, inspection records, and work orders.
• Support testing, startup/shutdown, and maintenance of cooling infrastructure.

Skills

Chilled water systems

Pumps & hydronic piping

HVAC controls

BAS/BMS experience

Education

EPA 608 Universal Certification

Trade school / technical training

Tools

BAS/BMS platforms

Job description

Position Details

• We have an opening for full time BUILDING ENGINEER - LIQUID COOLING positions.
• Location: 4805 Aero Parkway, Florence, KY 41042. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full-time schedules available. Multiple shifts offered (day, night, and overnight/grave); additional details will be discussed during the interview.
• Requirement: Preferred experience supporting liquid cooling, HVAC, or fluid-based systems (piping, pumps, heat exchange) in data center, industrial, or other high-reliability environments.
• Pay Range: $35.00 per hour to $41.00 per hour.
• Shift differential applies: Day shift ($35.00/hr), Night shift ($37.00/hr), Overnight/Grave shift ($41.00/hr).

ESFM is the corporate Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) division of Compass Group USA and a Keystone member of the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI).

Rooted in hospitality, ESFM elevates the workplace experience as the single source of innovative FM solutions that ensure a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment. ESFM’s clients include many household names from Life Science, Technology, Oil & Gas and Manufacturing markets.

ESFM self-performs 80% of all IFM solutions provided to clients. Their portfolio of service categories includes Environment, Health & Safety, Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, Sustainability, Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning, Laboratory Support and Workplace solutions. This self-performance model creates a consistent hospitality experience for clients, resulting in higher engagement and productivity from their employees.

In 2020, ESFM (formerly Eurest Services) won the George Graves Award for Facility Management Achievement from the International Facilities Management Association (IFMA).

Job Summary

The Building Engineer - Liquid Cooling is responsible for the hands-on operation, monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting of critical mechanical and cooling systems within a mission-critical environment. This role supports the reliability of chilled water and liquid cooling infrastructure by performing equipment rounds, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and system monitoring. The ideal candidate brings strong mechanical experience with chilled water systems, pumps, hydronic systems, HVAC controls, and BAS/BMS platforms, with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to alarms, equipment issues, and changing operating conditions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot chilled water systems, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, hydronic piping, HVAC equipment, and associated controls.
• Perform routine equipment rounds and monitor temperatures, pressures, flow rates, differential pressures, and BAS/BMS alarms to support system reliability.
• Diagnose mechanical system issues and complete preventive and corrective maintenance using established procedures, tools, and safety practices.
• Respond to system alarms, leaks, abnormal operating conditions, and equipment failures; escalated complex or critical issues as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate operating logs, inspection records, work orders, and preventive maintenance documentation.
• Support testing, inspections, equipment startup/shutdown activities, and maintenance of critical cooling infrastructure.
• Assist with system improvements and identify recurring maintenance or reliability concerns.
• Coordinate with vendors and specialty contractors and verify completion and quality of assigned work.
• Follow all safety, environmental, operational, and site-specific procedures while supporting a 24/7 mission-critical environment.
• Support emergency response activities as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in building engineering, HVAC, mechanical maintenance, or critical facility operations.
• EPA 608 Universal Certification required.
• Strong hands-on experience with chilled water systems, pumps, hydronic systems, heat exchangers, water flow, HVAC controls, and BAS/BMS systems.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems using operating data such as temperature, pressure, flow, and differential pressure.
• Experience in data centers, mission-critical facilities, industrial environments, or other high-reliability operations preferred.
• Experience with coolant distribution units (CDUs), direct-to-chip liquid cooling, water treatment, leak detection systems, or data center mechanical infrastructure preferred.
• Trade school, technical training, or equivalent practical experience in HVAC, mechanical systems, or facility maintenance preferred.
• Additional trade licenses or certifications may be required based on local jurisdiction, contract requirements, or scope of work.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment and respond to changing operational priorities.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Legal Services
• Choice Auto and Home Program
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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About Compass Group

Achieving leadership in the foodservice and facility management industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, and requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

ESFM maintains a drug-free workplace.

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