Facilities Engineer I: Building Systems & Maintenance

Lincoln Property Company; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

Lincoln Property Company is seeking a Building Engineer I to maintain HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems across multiple properties near Andover. The role focuses on routine maintenance, responding to tenant requests, and ensuring safe, compliant operations under senior engineers guidance.

The position requires a HS Diploma or GED, 2–3 years of related experience, and willingness to obtain CFC certification. This 100% in-office role involves after-hours support as needed.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Two to three years of job related experience or commensurate certification/trade experience.
• CFC Certification preferred or willingness to obtain as requested; possess engineering and trade licenses required according to local, state, or national requirements.
• Basic working knowledge of laptop and phone applications for work order and facility operation systems as well as basic skills with Microsoft Outlook.
• Familiar with fire/life safety equipment/procedures.
• Proven track record for delivering excellent internal and external customer service; ability to successfully interact/communicate with tenants/vendors/contractors as well as teammates and leadership team.
• Familiarity with blueprints and code requirements.
• Ability to work after hours, weekends, holidays, and during emergency situations as necessary to meet the needs of the client.
• Possess competent knowledge of use and care of tools.
• Ability to read and write English in order to understand manuals and procedures, and to write reports.
• Exhibit a willingness to develop familiarity with HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems and gain experience with BAS operation and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance, repairs, and inspections of building systems; address service requests, including hot/cold calls, plumbing issues, and lighting repairs.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment malfunctions and elevate issues as needed.
• Replace light fixtures, filters, and other components as required.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections and equipment performance.
• Interact with tenants, contractors, and property managers and work closely with senior engineers and technicians to support smooth building operations and resolve tenant issues.
• Assist with preventive maintenance tasks and contractor oversight.
• Conduct property inspections to identify deficiencies.
• Record equipment readings and ensure assigned building systems are operating according to standards.
• Follow company safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE; ensure compliance with OSHA, NEC, NFC, NFPA regulations; report safety hazards; participate in safety inspections.
• Provide guidance to junior Technicians when needed.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with teammates, leadership team, vendors, tenants, and client employees in a professional manner, keeping the appropriate customer(s) informed/updated as needed.
• Work closely with senior engineers to develop technical skills and participate in professional development programs to grow into advanced roles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Blueprints familiarity

Safety procedures

Tenant communication

Team collaboration

Reading/writing English

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Outlook

Work order systems

Job description

Lincoln Property Company is seeking a Building Engineer I to maintain HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems across multiple properties near Andover. The role focuses on routine maintenance, responding to tenant requests, and ensuring safe, compliant operations under senior engineers guidance.

The position requires a HS Diploma or GED, 2–3 years of related experience, and willingness to obtain CFC certification. This 100% in-office role involves after-hours support as needed.