Building Systems Engineer: HVAC, Plumbing & Safety

MultiCare Health System; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare Health System is hiring a Building Engineer to monitor and manage complex building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life-safety. The role requires coordinating with contractors, maintaining energy efficiency, and ensuring safety and compliance across facilities.

The ideal candidate has 4–5 years of related experience, relevant certifications, and strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with 4–5 years of relevant experience.
• Universal CFC certification preferred and other related certifications may be required by local jurisdictions.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills; customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Complies with applicable codes, regulations, and Company directives.
• Operates and maintains building systems: HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire detection, life safety, lighting, and controls.
• Monitors preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance; maintains equipment and spaces.
• Prepares estimates for tasks and manages materials and tools.
• Oversees outside contractors and inspects work for quality and safety.
• Mentors colleagues to develop expertise across building operations.
• Keeps safety, procedures, and policy adherence as top priorities.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Budgeting knowledge

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED/Trade diploma

4-5 years related experience

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

MultiCare Health System is hiring a Building Engineer to monitor and manage complex building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life-safety. The role requires coordinating with contractors, maintaining energy efficiency, and ensuring safety and compliance across facilities.

The ideal candidate has 4–5 years of related experience, relevant certifications, and strong communication and analytical skills.