BUILDING ENGINEER

Location: Dallas, TX 75254

Pay: $25.00–$30.00/hour DOE

Length: Contract-to-Hire

Job Summary

The Building Engineer works closely with the Chief Engineer and Property Manager to maintain and optimize building operations. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, monitoring EMS for HVAC performance, responding to work orders (plumbing, lighting, HVAC, minor electrical repairs), and maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for tenants and staff. Professionalism, customer service, and teamwork are essential.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

General Building Maintenance & Operations:

• Maintain and operate all building equipment, grounds, and components, including door and ceiling tile repairs, painting, key control, irrigation, landscape maintenance, and lighting repairs.
• Read, understand, and operate test equipment (thermometers, volt-ohm meters, amp meters).
• Review and interpret plans, construction documents, and schematic diagrams for wiring, plumbing, and building construction.
• Monitor and coordinate outside contractors (landscaping, parking lot repairs, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, cleaning).
• Perform plumbing repairs (water closets, urinals, lavatories, flush valves, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and company safety directives.
• Research and recommend purchases for tools, lighting, and equipment as needed.

Fire & Life Safety:

• Test and maintain emergency systems, including fire alarms, smoke detectors, fire suppression equipment, and emergency power systems.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and report safety concerns immediately.

Mechanical Systems:

• Operate, test, and maintain mechanical systems such as pumps, chillers, cooling towers, fan coil units, VAV systems, fans, filters, pneumatics, and control systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance per manufacturer recommendations and building protocols (e.g., filter changes, coil cleaning, greasing bearings, belt inspections, condenser and water system monitoring, cooling tower maintenance).
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.

Electrical Systems:

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems, including lighting, ballasts, plugs, and switches.

Management & Communication:

• Report directly to the Chief Engineer.
• Build strong relationships with tenants, associates, and vendors through proactive, responsive, and service-oriented communication.
• Assist with coordination of the Day Porter’s activities as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 4 years’ building maintenance experience in high-rise office, hotel, or multi-family properties.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.

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BGSF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment to all qualified people, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.