Operating Engineer

RPC Company; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RPC Company is seeking an experienced Operating Engineer for a premier commercial property in Dallas Uptown. The role focuses on operating and maintaining building systems with strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, including DDС and pneumatic controls.

You will support tenant improvements, capital projects, preventive maintenance, and emergency response, while participating in on-call rotations and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of related commercial building/facilities engineering experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Electrical, HVAC, mechanical, stationary engineer, SMA/SMT, or related licenses/certifications are preferred.
• General computer skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to lift/move 50–100 lbs. and perform building maintenance duties.
• Reliable transportation and ability to respond to emergency/on-call situations.

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain commercial building systems.
• Work with HVAC/mechanical systems, DDС and pneumatic controls, plumbing, electrical systems, access controls, and fire/life-safety systems.
• Perform general building repairs including lighting, doors/hardware, ceilings, flooring, roofing, garages, and related areas.
• Support tenant improvements and capital projects, inspections, preventive maintenance, and emergency response.
• Respond professionally to tenant/customer service requests and coordinate with property management and teams.
• Participate in scheduled on-call rotations and occasional overtime.

Skills

Experience 3–5 yrs

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Operating Engineer – Commercial Property

Dallas Uptown | Direct Hire | Full-Time | Onsite

We are seeking an experienced Operating Engineer to support the daily operation and maintenance of a premier commercial property in the Dallas Uptown area. This is a direct-hire opportunity for a hands‑on building engineer with strong mechanical and electrical aptitude who takes pride in maintaining safe, reliable, high-quality building operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain commercial building systems.
• Work with HVAC/mechanical systems, DDC and pneumatic controls, plumbing, electrical systems, access controls, and fire/life-safety systems.
• Perform general building repairs including lighting, doors/hardware, ceilings, flooring, roofing, garages, and related areas.
• Support tenant improvement and capital projects, inspections, preventive maintenance, and emergency response.
• Respond professionally to tenant/customer service requests and communicate effectively with property management and other teams.
• Participate in scheduled on-call rotations and occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of related commercial building/facilities engineering experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Electrical, HVAC, mechanical, stationary engineer, SMA/SMT, or related licenses/certifications are preferred.
• General computer skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to lift/move 50–100 lbs. and perform the physical requirements associated with building maintenance.
• Reliable transportation and ability to respond to emergency/on-call situations.

This is an excellent direct-hire opportunity in Dallas Uptown for an experienced Operating Engineer looking for a stable, long-term position with continued technical development and advancement potential.