Mobile Building Engineer

cw

Walnut Creek (CA)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 76,000

Part time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Company truck & gas card
Tools & PPE provided
401(k) with company match
Health, dental, vision, and life保险
PTO & parental leave
Employee assistance and discount

Job summary

cw is seeking a Mobile Building Engineer to maintain and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building mechanical systems across client buildings. You will ensure peak efficiency, perform preventive maintenance, and respond to emergencies in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires hands-on experience with boilers, pumps, valves, and building automation. A high school diploma or GED is required, plus four years of relevant work and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Apprentice program or trade school preferred.
  • Minimum of four years of technical HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building maintenance experience.
  • Must have a valid state driver’s license and EPA Universal 608 certification.

Responsibilities

  • Perform preventive maintenance and repair on facility mechanical, electrical, lighting, and related systems.
  • Operate and repair HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical distribution equipment.
  • Conduct inspections and report conditions affecting occupancy and operations.
  • Respond to emergencies; may require light travel for events.
  • Maintain stock and inventory control and document monthly building operation reports.

Skills

Communication Proficiency
Organization Skills
Technical Proficiency
Problem Solving/Analysis
Sense of Urgency

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Apprentice program or trade school preferred

Tools

Outlook
Excel
Word

Job description

Job Title

Mobile Building Engineer

Job Description Summary

The position involves maintaining and repairing HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building mechanical systems to ensure maximum efficiency of building systems. The role requires expertise in various types of heating and air conditioning plants and associated equipment, along with a commitment to excellence in service delivery.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We offer an outstanding benefits package that starts on day one:

  • Company truck + gas card for work-related travel
  • Tools, uniforms, and PPE provided
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Paid time off + parental leave
  • Employee assistance and discount programs
  • Tuition reimbursement + professional development support

This is a non-supervisory/ hourly / non-exempt role.

Job Description
Responsibilities
  • Ensure ongoing preventive maintenance and repair work orders on facility mechanical, electrical, lighting, and other installed systems, equipment, and other components.
  • Maintain, operate, and repair all HVAC systems and associated equipment, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, building interior/exterior repair, and related grounds as it pertains to assigned client buildings.
  • Perform assigned facility inspections and due diligence efforts, reporting on as-found conditions impacting satisfactory client occupancy and operations.
  • Respond effectively to all emergencies. May require light travel during emergency events.
  • Operation, maintenance, and repair of all boilers, heaters, pumps, valves, and lines used in the distribution of steam and heated or processed water.
  • Maintain stock and inventory control.
  • Recommend improvements to the preventive maintenance program on an ongoing basis.
  • Ensure the management team is informed of current building operations by compiling and submitting monthly reports.
  • Study and become familiar with the various items of equipment for assigned client locations, and the methods required to use them properly to ensure required ongoing daily client activities. To include building automation systems, fire/life safety systems, and any other building-related equipment as needed.
  • Recommend improvements to the preventive maintenance program on an ongoing basis.
  • Recognize danger and safety hazards and propose methods to eliminate them or use the correct PPE in performing the task needed.
  • Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies, and company directives related to building operations and practicing safe work habits.
  • Respond effectively to all emergencies. May require light travel during emergency events.
  • Must maintain all Federal, State, or Local licenses required for locations assigned.
  • Complete all required C&W Safety Training as scheduled annually.
  • Comply with C&W Uniform Dress Code while working and maintain a neat and clean appearance during all working hours.
KEY COMPETENCIES
  • Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
  • Organization Skills
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Problem Solving/Analysis
  • Sense of Urgency
6. Related requirements
Education

A High School Diploma or GED Equivalent is required. Graduate of an apprentice program or trade school preferred is preferred.

Years of Relevant Experience

Minimum of four (4) years of technical experience with a strong background in technical aspects of HVAC equipment and systems, plumbing, electrical, equipment repair and maintenance, and overall system design and application as referenced above.

Licenses or Certifications
  • Candidate must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
  • Based on location appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required.
  • Possess a valid "Universal" level certification for CFC and HFC-based refrigerants (EPA Section 608); to service, repair, or dispose of equipment that could release
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Experience in operation, maintenance, and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, gas lines, water systems, and the like.
  • Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques, and operations.
  • Thorough knowledge of all building systems operations, maintenance, and repair.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with tenants, clients, and vendors.
  • Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word, including proficiency in the operation of smartphone and/or iPad/tablet, uploading .pdf files, and documents. Working knowledge of Computerized maintenance Management Systems.
Physical Work Requirements

Environment: This job operates in a professional office or commercial building environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Work could any combination of:

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