MEP Building Assessor

GFT; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible workload

Hybrid work environment

Professional development

Job summary

GFT is seeking an MEP Building Assessor to perform on-site condition assessments of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection systems in large facilities. The role involves visual inspection, documenting deficiencies, and coordinating with other assessors across a nationwide travel schedule.

The position supports an hourly, as-needed model with reviews and reporting handled via SharePoint and mobile data tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ relevant field experience evaluating MEP systems in buildings.
• Ability to identify failure modes and condition indicators for MEP components.
• Strong documentation skills; able to communicate technical findings clearly.
• Willingness to travel nationwide for field assessments.
• Proficiency with field technology, including mobile data collection tools and SharePoint workflows.

Responsibilities

• Visually assess MEP systems cited above.
• Identify deficiencies, performance issues, end-of-life indicators, and operational risks; document findings with notes and photos.
• Coordinate with structural/architectural assessors to provide a complete building-level assessment narrative.
• Use GFT-provided devices and SharePoint-based workflows to collect, organize, upload, and manage field findings.
• Respond to Quality Review comments to streamline final reporting.

Skills

Field experience

MEP systems

Documentation skills

Travel nationwide

Mobile data tools

SharePoint workflows

PE license

Tools

SharePoint

Mobile data collection

Job description

What You Will Do

GFT is looking for an MEP Building Assessor to join our team! The MEP Building Assessor conducts on-site condition assessments of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection systems for large Facility Condition Assessment portfolios. The assessments are visual only. This role evaluates the current condition, remaining useful life, and repair needs of existing facilities. This includes identifying deficiencies and documenting observed conditions. These findings are communicated through detailed field notes, supporting photographs and completion of data entry or reporting following fieldwork. The position supports an hourly, as‑needed workforce model aligned to fluctuating project demands; work will not be scheduled at full‑time capacity, and compensation will apply only to assigned work hours.

MEP Items To Identify And Visually Assess

• Mechanical: HVAC units, boilers, chillers, pumps, ductwork, ventilation, controls
• Electrical: switchgear, transformers, panels, breakers, lighting, generators, fire alarm
• Plumbing: water piping, valves, backflow preventers, water heaters, fixtures, sanitary and storm drainage
• Fire Protection: sprinklers, risers, fire pumps, standpipes, fire/smoke dampers

The ideal candidate possesses experience performing facility condition assessments, property condition assessments, engineering evaluations, commissioning reviews, asset management surveys, or similar building system evaluations. Candidates must be capable of recognizing system deficiencies, identifying deferred maintenance, estimating remaining useful life, assessing operational condition, and supporting repair and replacement recommendations. Experience documenting findings using mobile field technology and standardized assessment methodologies is highly desirable.

In the capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Field assessment

• Visually assess MEP systems cited above.
• Identify deficiencies, performance issues, end‑of‑life indicators, and operational risks, and document findings clearly with detailed notes and photos.
• Coordinate with structural/architectural assessors to provide a complete building‑level assessment narrative.

Data capture, QA/QC, and reporting support

• Use of GFT‑provided devices, GFT SharePoint, and standardized assessment application tools to collect, organize, upload, and manage field findings.
• Respond to Quality Review comments on your post‑field data entry and submission to streamline final reporting.

Travel & logistics

• Participate in travel rotations (typical Sunday–Friday field week) at a frequency of one to two times per month with remote reporting weeks in between; longer rotations may occur for remote locations.
• Maintain safe work practices and comply with all site requirements and installation protocols.
• Travel expenses will be covered including airfare, lodging, and meals/per diem per applicable rates/policy.

Education | Experience

What You Will Bring To Our Firm

• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant field experience evaluating mechanical and electrical systems in buildings of various size and use.
• Ability to identify typical failure modes and condition indicators for MEP components.
• Strong documentation skills; ability to communicate technical findings clearly.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout the country for field assessments.
• Proficiency with field technology, including mobile data collection tools, SharePoint‑based workflows, and structured reporting platforms; candidates who are novice technology users in the field may not be the right fit for this role.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven field environment with changing project needs and travel schedules.
• Ability to remain fully engaged during field assignments, with focused attention on inspections, documentation, and project requirements throughout scheduled field time.
• PE license (Mechanical or Electrical) or equivalent advanced technical credential/experience. License is not required with adequate experience.

Compensation

The pay range for this hourly, as‑needed role is $52.00‑$55.00 per hour. Compensation is based on assigned, approved hours worked and is dependent upon experience and geographic location. Work is not guaranteed on a full‑time basis, and this position is not for full‑time hire. There may be potential for this position to transition to full‑time employment in the future based on business needs, project workload, and individual performance.

Featured Benefits

• Flexible, project‑based workload with the ability to accept assignments that fit your availability
• Hybrid (in‑person and remote) work environment.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Location: Nationwide

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status

Hourly Employee

Salary Range

$52.00‑$58.00 per hour

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

California Applicants

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.