Facility Operating Engineer Level 3 (Orlando, FL)

Charles Schwab Corporation; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Charles Schwab Corporation in Orlando, FL is seeking a Facility Operating Engineer Level 3 to ensure safe, reliable operation of critical building systems across a large corporate campus. You will perform advanced maintenance, monitor the Building Management System, respond to alerts, coordinate vendors, and mentor junior staff while supporting safety, compliance and capacity planning.

The role requires shifting work, after hours availability, and the ability to work in a fast paced, high

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Universal CFC certification.
• Minimum 6 years of related facilities engineering or building operations experience, including at least 4 years supporting critical facilities operations.
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, critical power, generators, transfer switches, UPS systems, Building Automation Systems/BMS, and fire-life-safety systems.
• Knowledge of electrical distribution systems and the ability to interpret complex one-line diagrams.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, safe work practices, infrastructure risk management, reliability practices, and maintenance strategies.
• Ability to interpret mechanical-electrical-plumbing drawings, building schematics, technical instructions, and operating procedures.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), Building Management Systems (BMS), Microsoft Office, and related software.
• Ability to diagnose complex operational issues, prioritize competing responsibilities, and make sound decisions in high-pressure situations.
• Experience with budget planning and concepts for cap ex/op ex budgets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively convey technical information to various audiences.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the role and flexibility to support shift work.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, troubleshoot, and adjust mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, and critical infrastructure systems.
• Operate and maintain the Building Management System, respond to alerts, adjust set points, support admin functions, and manage backups.
• Monitor central plant and critical systems; diagnose malfunctions and take corrective action.
• Operate and support generators, transfer switches, UPS, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, and related equipment.
• Interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics, and procedures.
• Support load management, capacity planning, monitoring, and documentation.
• Use CMMS to manage work orders, projects, training, and maintenance schedules.
• Develop and supervise emergency, maintenance, and standard operating procedures for critical systems.
• Coordinate and oversee vendor repair and project activity; provide mentorship to junior staff.
• Conduct routine inspections and record readings; analyze results and take corrective action.
• Support capital and operating expense budget planning; maintain documentation.

Skills

CMMS

BMS

One-line diagrams

HVAC systems

Safety compliance

Budget planning

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Universal CFC certification

Electrical or mechanical license

Trade-school certification

Tools

Building Automation Systems

Job description

Your Opportunity

At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together.

As a Facility Operating Engineer Level 3, you will help ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of critical building systems across a large corporate campus environment. In this experienced individual contributor role, you will perform advanced troubleshooting, preventive and corrective maintenance, system monitoring, incident response, and vendor oversight for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, Building Management System, and other critical infrastructure systems.

You will monitor facility operations, identify and resolve complex system issues, and support operational continuity, safety, compliance, and critical load management. You will also provide technical guidance and training to junior engineering staff while partnering with facility leadership, employees, and vendors to maintain a safe, well‑controlled, and high‑performing workplace environment.

In this role, you will:

• Install, maintain, repair, troubleshoot, and adjust mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, and critical infrastructure systems.
• Operate and maintain the Building Management System, including responding to alerts, modifying set points, supporting administrator functions, rotating the chiller plant, completing database backups, and troubleshooting system issues.
• Monitor central plant, critical electrical, air‑conditioning, and building infrastructure systems; determine the cause of malfunctions and take appropriate corrective action.
• Operate and support generators, automatic transfer switches, uninterruptible power supply systems, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, air handlers, pumps, valves, motors, and water treatment systems.
• Interpret electrical one‑line diagrams, mechanical‑electrical‑plumbing drawings, building schematics, technical procedures, and sequence‑of‑operations documentation.
• Support critical electrical load management, capacity planning, monitoring, and documentation.
• Use the computerized maintenance management system to manage work orders, projects, training, corrective maintenance, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Develop, review, execute, and supervise emergency, maintenance, and standard operating procedures for critical system work.
• Prioritize and escalati…?
• Coordinate and oversee vendor repair and project activity, including site orientation, work supervision, safety compliance, and progress reporting.
• Provide technical mentorship, direction, and training to junior engineering staff.
• Conduct routine inspections and building rounds, record readings, make adjustments, and analyze results.
• Support capital and operating expense budget planning.
• Complete required safety and compliance training and maintain accurate technical documentation.

What you have

To ensure that we fulfill our promise of "challenging the status quo," this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have.

Required qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Universal CFC certification.
• Minimum of 6 years of related facilities engineering or building operations experience, including at least 4 years supporting critical facilities operations.
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, critical power, generators, transfer switches, UPS systems, Building Automation Systems/Building Management Systems, and fire‑life‑safety systems.
• Knowledge of electrical distribution systems and the ability to interpret complex one‑line diagrams.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, safe work practices, infrastructure risk management, reliability practices, and maintenance strategies.
• Ability to interpret mechanical‑electrical‑plumbing drawings, building schematics, technical instructions, and operating procedures.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), Building Management Systems (BMS), Microsoft Office, and related software.
• Ability to diagnose complex operational issues, prioritize competing responsibilities, and make sound decisions in high‑pressure situations.
• Experience with budget planning and concepts for cap ex/op ex budgets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively convey technical information to various audiences.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including extended periods of walking and standing, climbing ladders, working at heights, and regularly lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Flexibility to support shift work, after‑hours emergency response, weekends, holidays, and occasional travel as needed.

Preferred qualifications:

• Trade‑school certification or completed degree program from an accredited institution.
• Manufacturer‑provided mechanical training or certification, such as York or Trane.
• Electrical or mechanical license.
• Experience supporting Class A corporate campuses or data centers.
• Experience as Shift lead/oversite and supervision for all engineers.
• Experience with change‑management processes.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code and applicable jurisdictional codes.

Please note: this position is Monday - Friday in the office 5 days/week 8:00AM - 4:30PM. It is only available at our Orlando, FL location. Candidate must reside in/near or be willing to relocate at their own expense to the listed location.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without employer sponsorship.

In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.