Facilities Systems Engineer I – Building Maintenance

lpc; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Lincoln Property Company in Saint Petersburg, FL is seeking a Building Engineer I to maintain, operate, and troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems. You will respond to tenant requests, perform routine maintenance, and assist senior engineers while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role involves on-site work, on-call rotations, and coordination with property managers. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of related experience, licenses as required, and familiarity with BAS

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of job-related experience or commensurate certification/trade experience.
• Engineering and trade licenses required per local, state, or national requirements.
• CFC Certification preferred.
• Developing familiarity with HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems; gaining experience with BAS operation and troubleshooting.
• Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook and laptop/phone applications for work order systems, email, and training platforms.

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.
• Conduct property inspections to identify deficiencies; assist with preventive maintenance tasks and contractor oversight.
• Follow company safety protocols and use PPE for all tasks; ensure compliance with OSHA, NEC, NFC, and NFPA regulations; report hazards immediately and participate in safety audits.
• Participate in on-call rotations and respond to emergencies; handle urgent tenant service requests and support recovery efforts during severe weather and system outages.
• Interact with tenants, contractors, and property managers; work closely with senior engineers and technicians.
• Work closely with senior engineers to develop technical skills; participate in professional development programs.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

HVAC familiarity

Electrical systems basics

Plumbing basics

BAS operation

Education

Licenses per local/state/national requirements

CFC Certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Outlook

Work order apps (laptop/phone)

Job description

Lincoln Property Company in Saint Petersburg, FL is seeking a Building Engineer I to maintain, operate, and troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems. You will respond to tenant requests, perform routine maintenance, and assist senior engineers while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role involves on-site work, on-call rotations, and coordination with property managers. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of related experience, licenses as required, and familiarity with BAS