Building Engineer/Maintenance Technician

Avison Young | US; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Avison Young is seeking a roving Building Engineer/Maintenance Technician based in Greater Orlando to ensure safe, efficient operation of commercial properties with reliable service standards.

You will perform routine and corrective maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, conduct inspections, respond to service requests, implement preventive maintenance programs, and coordinate with facility management and vendors to keep buildings safe, compliant, and well maintained.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in Building Maintenance and Maintenance & Repair for commercial facilities.
• Experience with Facility Management (FM) practices, including coordination with vendors and adherence to safety and compliance standards.
• Knowledge of Preventive Maintenance procedures for HVAC, electrical, and other core building systems.
• Proficiency in basic Plumbing & Electrical diagnostics and repairs for commercial properties.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, building plans, and work orders.
• Basic knowledge of computer.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, dependable, responsible, flexible and professional.
• Comfort working on-site with building occupants, demonstrating clear communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Write reports and business correspondence.
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and clients.
• Solve practical problems.
• Relevant technical certifications or licenses (e.g., HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or building engineering) a lus.
• Prior experience in commercial real estate, property management, or building operations is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and corrective building maintenance.
• Conduct inspections and respond to service requests for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and general building systems.
• Implement preventive maintenance programs and monitor equipment performance.
• Coordinate with facility management and vendors to ensure timely repairs and compliance with safety standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and assist with tenant fit-outs or special projects.
• Contribute to a clean, secure, and well-maintained environment for occupants.

Skills

Building Maintenance

FM Practices

Preventive Maintenance

Plumbing & Electrical

Technical Reading

Computer Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Driver's License

Report Writing

Customer Service

Building Engineering Certification

Commercial Real Estate Experience

Job description

Company Description Avison Young is a global commercial real estate brokerage and advisory firm, offering transaction, management, financial and consulting services. We’ve designed our corporate structure to best serve our clients by enhancing collaboration across our organization.

At Avison Young, we are committed to providing a comprehensive suite of commercial real estate services to our clients while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture for our employees. Our collaborative approach and emphasis on personal and professional growth create an environment where individuals can thrive. Real estate can have a significant positive impact on people’s lives – and we’re in the business of making spaces and places work better for people. Our purpose is to create real economic, social and environmental value as a global real estate advisor, powered by people.

Role Description This full-time, Roving Building Engineer/Maintenance Technician role is based in Greater Orlando and supports the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of commercial properties. Daily responsibilities include performing routine and corrective building maintenance, conducting inspections, and responding to service requests for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and general building systems. The role involves implementing preventive maintenance programs, monitoring building equipment performance, and coordinating with facility management and vendors to ensure timely repairs and compliance with safety standards. The technician will maintain accurate maintenance records, assist with building operations during tenant fit-outs or special projects, and contribute to a clean, secure, and well-maintained environment for occupants.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in Building Maintenance and Maintenance & Repair for commercial facilities.
• Experience with Facility Management (FM) practices, including coordination with vendors and adherence to safety and compliance standards.
• Knowledge of Preventive Maintenance procedures for HVAC, electrical, and other core building systems.
• Proficiency in basic Plumbing & Electrical diagnostics and repairs for commercial properties.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, building plans, and work orders.
• Basic knowledge of computer.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, dependable, responsible, flexible and professional.
• Comfort working on-site with building occupants, demonstrating clear communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Write reports and business correspondence.
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and clients.
• Solve practical problems.
• Relevant technical certifications or licenses (e.g., HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or building engineering) a lus.
• Prior experience in commercial real estate, property management, or building operations is an advantage.