Critical Facility Engineer - Harwood, ND

VetJobs; Harwood Township (ND); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BGIS is seeking a Critical Facility Engineer to maintain essential mechanical, electrical and control systems within a data center environment in Harwood, North Dakota. You will deliver timely client service and uphold sustainable maintenance practices while collaborating with the facility team.

Responsibilities include routine maintenance, troubleshooting system upgrades, and responding to emergencies. A high school diploma and PLC/electrical knowledge are preferred, with on-site availability

Qualifications

• Controls, electrical systems, and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with PLC controls and industrial automation systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for on-site response.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mechanical, electrical and control systems in a critical environment facility.
• Deliver timely and quality client service while maintaining sustainability.
• Respond to emergency calls and coordinate with the Critical Environment Facility Manager.
• Inspect equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions.
• Troubleshoot, evaluate, and recommend system upgrades.
• Order parts and supplies for maintenance and repairs.
• Monitor vendors and contractors to ensure standards.
• Complete routine maintenance per BGIS Safety Policy.
• Accurate and timely completion of work order requests.
• Escalate issues as needed.

Skills

Controls troubleshooting

PLC controls

Independent work

Problem solving

Communication

Documentation

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Word/Excel/Outlook

SharePoint

Power BI

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS. Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

BGIS is currently seeking a Critical Facility Engineer (Data Center) to join the team in Harwood, ND.

BGIS is a leading provider of integrated real estate management services, including facilities management, project management, energy & sustainability services, strategic workplace consulting, real estate services and capital planning. Its range of solutions, supported by efficient systems, processes, and people, enables it to create and optimize places that work for its clients. The team is dedicated to inspiring better business performance and helping clients focus on their core businesses.

Position Summary

The Critical Facility Engineer is responsible for maintaining important mechanical, electrical and control systems in a critical environment facility. Key job activities include delivering timely and quality client service while providing a sustainable approach to data center systems maintenance. The Critical Facility Engineer demonstrates BGIS values daily in communication with the client and other team members.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with internal and external clients.
• Complete client service requests in a timely manner.
• Respond to emergency calls.
• Contribute to the completion of other key initiatives as assigned.
• Perform maintenance to ensure the highest level of efficiency without disruption to the business.
• Complete routine maintenance tasks in accordance with BGIS Safety Policy and Procedures.
• Inspect buildings, grounds and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions.
• Troubleshoot, evaluate, and recommend system upgrades.
• Order parts and supplies for maintenance and repairs.
• Request proposals for outsourced work.
• Monitor vendors and contractors to ensure their work meets BGIS and client standards.
• Accurate and timely completion of work order requests.
• Escalate issues to Critical Environment Facility Manager as needed.

Auto req ID

482610BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Qualifications

• Controls, electrical systems, and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with PLC controls and industrial automation systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for on‑site response.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Controls, electrical systems, and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with PLC controls and industrial automation systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for on‑site response.

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability and willingness to travel.
• Provide personal transportation for meetings and job visits away from the office; reimbursed.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two years’ experience in similar working environment with HVAC or Electrical knowledge helpful.
• One-year experience in specific Critical Environments position.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems and equipment typically used in critical environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with client service focus to maintain professional relationships.
• Ability to work both individually and contribute positively to teamwork.
• Critical facility procedure use and development.
• Time Management focus to prioritize and complete work in a timely basis.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel and Outlook preferred. SharePoint and Power BI experience is a plus.
• Navigation, operating experience and understanding of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, Building Automations Systems, Emergency Power Monitoring Systems and Fire Alarm Systems.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions, absent undue hardship.

Cognitive skills required to work in a critical facilities environment include ability to maintain focus, communicate clearly and concisely, respond quickly to requests, follow established processes, and ability to complete tasks within targeted time frames to minimize risk of outages or damage to buildings and high value equipment.

Ability and willingness to travel regionally.

Current valid driver’s license and ability to provide personal transportation for meetings and job visits away from the office with reimbursement.

Physical ability to walk jobsites in uneven terrain.

Working at heights training/certification preferred.

Respond to off hour emergency calls.

City

Harwood

State

North Dakota

Job_Category

Engineering

Job Code

Operations_ Specialist

Affiliate Sponsor

BGIS