Building Engineer in Seattle, Washington - #71771 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 71771

Building Engineer
Our client is seeking a Building Engineer to support the day-to-day operation and maintenance of a high-rise commercial property. This role is ideal for a hands-on facilities professional who enjoys troubleshooting building systems, maintaining a safe and efficient environment, and delivering responsive service to tenants and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across multiple building systems in a fast-paced property operations environment.

This role is onsite in Seattle, Washington.

Building Engineer Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and basic repairs on building systems including HVAC equipment, plumbing fixtures, lighting, and electrical components.
• Inspect and maintain mechanical systems such as heat pumps, fan coils, rooftop units, ventilation equipment, motors, belts, and condensate systems.
• Conduct regular building rounds across mechanical rooms, rooftops, and common areas to identify operational issues and ensure proper system performance.
• Complete assigned work orders, estimate required materials and time, and perform repairs in accordance with established service standards.
• Document maintenance activities, system issues, and completed work within the facility work order or CMMS system.

Building Engineer Qualifications

• Experience in commercial building maintenance, facilities operations, or related trades such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or general construction.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems with the ability to troubleshoot routine maintenance issues.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools while performing maintenance and repair tasks.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or work order tracking tools preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, climbing ladders, and working in mechanical spaces or on rooftops.

Salary: $65K-85K/year. (DOE)

Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k.

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