Engineer II

UG2; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UG2, based in Boston, MA, seeks a Building Engineer II to operate and maintain building systems, troubleshoot issues, and support facility services. This mid-level role requires hands-on experience with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and BAS/BMS, plus strong safety and documentation skills.

You will participate in preventive maintenance programs, respond to service requests, and coordinate with contractors as needed to ensure reliability and energy efficiency.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of commercial or institutional building systems.
• Troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, HVAC, electrical, plumbing systems.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance practices and CMMS usage.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and equipment documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, inspect, and maintain HVAC, boilers, pumps, and other mechanical systems.
• Inspect facilities and identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, and failures.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing issues.
• Maintain BAS/BMS controls and building infrastructure in good condition.
• Respond to service requests and document work performed in CMMS.

Skills

Facility operations

Troubleshooting

CMMS

Blueprints

Electrical & Plumbing

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training or apprenticeship

Tools

CMMS

Job description

The Building Engineer II is a skilled, mid-level facilities professional responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of building systems and infrastructure. The position performs journey-level work in one or more technical specialties while providing support across multiple building trades and facility services.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Building Systems Operations & Maintenance

• Operate, monitor, inspect, and maintain HVAC, boilers, chillers, pumps, air-handling units, cooling towers, refrigeration, and other mechanical systems.
• Operate and maintain electrical distribution, lighting, emergency power, generators, UPS systems, and related infrastructure within assigned responsibilities.
• Maintain and troubleshoot plumbing, domestic water, sanitary, piping, valves, pumps, and fixtures.
• Operate and monitor building automation/management systems (BAS/BMS), environmental controls, alarms, and automated equipment.
• Maintain mechanical rooms, utility areas, equipment rooms, and general building infrastructure.
• Support efficient building operation, occupant comfort, equipment reliability, and energy conservation.

Inspections, Troubleshooting & Repairs

• Conduct routine inspections of facilities, equipment, and building systems to identify deficiencies, safety concerns, and maintenance needs.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and other facility-system malfunctions.
• Use technical manuals, drawings, schematics, meters, diagnostic equipment, and computerized systems to identify problems and determine corrective action.
• Perform repairs, installations, replacements, modifications, and upgrades to building systems and infrastructure.
• Escalate complex issues to supervisors, specialized technicians, engineers, or contractors when appropriate.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance on building systems and equipment.
• Complete inspections, lubrication, filter and belt replacement, adjustments, cleaning, testing, calibration, and other routine maintenance.
• Identify aging, deteriorating, or unreliable equipment and recommend repair, replacement, or improvement.
• Maintain accurate maintenance histories and recommend adjustments to preventive-maintenance schedules as needed.

Facility Services & Work Orders

• Respond to facility service requests and work orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Prioritize work based on safety, urgency, operational impact, and established service requirements.
• Utilize CMMS or other computerized facility-management systems to receive, update, document, and close work orders.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, equipment conditions, inspections, and follow-up requirements.
• Communicate work status, operational impacts, delays, and recommended corrective actions to appropriate personnel.

Safety, Compliance & Emergency Response

• Perform all work in accordance with applicable safety procedures, building and mechanical codes, environmental requirements, and organizational policies.
• Follow lockout/tagout, confined-space, hot-work, fall-protection, electrical-safety, and other applicable safety procedures.
• Support inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire protection, emergency power, alarms, and other life-safety systems.
• Respond to building emergencies, equipment failures, utility interruptions, leaks, alarms, and other facility-related incidents.
• Take appropriate action to protect people, property, equipment, and critical operations.
• Participate in emergency response, after-hours, on-call, or rotating coverage as required.

Contractor, Vendor & Project Support

• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, service providers, inspectors, and other outside resources.
• Assist with quotes, service recommendations, scheduling, access, and coordination of contractor activities.
• Monitor contractor work for safety, quality, and compliance with established requirements.
• Support renovation, construction, equipment replacement, commissioning, and capital-improvement projects.
• Assist with equipment start-up, testing, documentation, and project turnover.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of commercial or institutional building systems and facility operations.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and repair skills involving mechanical, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or related systems.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and facility-management principles.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, drawings, and equipment documentation.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, meters, test equipment, and maintenance equipment.
• Working knowledge of CMMS and standard computer applications.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, communication, and customer-service skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments, work independently, and respond effectively to changing operational needs.
• Ability to recognize safety concerns and appropriately elevate complex or hazardous conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical training, vocational education, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience in building engineering, facilities maintenance, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, or a related trade.
• Typically 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities maintenance, building engineering, stationary engineering, commercial property maintenance, or a related technical field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required licenses, certifications, or credentials.

About UG2

Founded in 2012, UG2 is privately held and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. At UG2, we set the standard in facility services through our relentless pursuit of innovation and excellence. We take pride in exceeding client expectations and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Every team member is integral to shaping our strategy and driving our mission. By embodying our commitment to service excellence, they directly contribute to UG2's growth and our reputation for delivering unparalleled results in a client-focused industry.

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