BUILDING ENGINEER / HVAC TECHNICIAN

About the role

The Building Engineer is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of city buildings, including plumbing, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, building automation, life safety, fire protection, security and related building systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings, grounds, mechanical rooms, equipment and systems for unsafe, abnormal or malfunctioning conditions.
• Conduct general preventative maintenance on mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing and building automation systems.
• Perform troubleshooting, diagnostics and repairs on all mechanical and HVAC equipment, including air handling units, rooftop units, split systems, pumps, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, exhaust systems, VFDs, motors, hydronic components, refrigeration circuits and related controls.
• Operate, monitor and maintain the Building Management System / Building Automation System (BMS/BAS), including schedules, setpoints, alarms, graphics, trend logs, overrides, controller communication issues and basic control sequence verification.
• Respond quickly to emergency situations, equipment failures, leaks, environmental complaints, loss of heating/cooling, alarms and other building-related issues.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair efforts with outside contractors, vendors, controls technicians, IT support and city departments when work cannot be completed in-house.
• Maintain clean, safe and professional work areas, mechanical rooms, storage rooms, shops and equipment spaces.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in building operations, engineering, HVAC, equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and repair.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot and repair building HVAC and mechanical equipment.
• Working knowledge of building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, controls, life safety, fire protection and security systems.
• Experience operating and maintaining BMS/BAS systems, including schedules, setpoints, alarms, trends, overrides and basic controller-level troubleshooting.
• Ability to use computers, tablets, smartphones, digital meters, test instruments, CMMS/work order software, email and electronic documentation systems.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, mechanical drawings, control diagrams, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals and sequence of operation documents.
• Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize work and make sound operational decisions.
• Holds necessary and required licenses and certifications for assigned work (D2,S2 or OE2).
• Completion of college, trade school, technical school, HVAC certificates, Building Operator Program coursework, engineering technical training, or building operations and maintenance training certificates preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Strong customer service, communication, documentation and computer skills.

Skills, Education & Experience

• Ability to work in a modern, technology-supported facility environment using BMS/BAS platforms, digital work orders, mobile devices, cloud or network-based documentation, electronic drawings, equipment histories and remote support tools.
• Working knowledge of modern HVAC and controls-related technology such as BACnet/Modbus communication, VFDs, VRF/VRV systems, smart sensors, connected thermostats, energy dashboards, alarming, trending and basic networked device troubleshooting.
• Ability to document work with clear notes, photos, readings, alarm history, trend captures and repair recommendations in a professional manner.
• Ability to coordinate with IT, controls contractors and equipment vendors while following department policy for passwords, remote access, network security and equipment access.

Technology and 2026 Work Environment Expectations

Ability to work in a modern, technology-supported facility environment using BMS/BAS platforms, digital work orders, mobile devices, cloud or network-based documentation, electronic drawings, equipment histories and remote support tools. Working knowledge of modern HVAC and controls-related technology such as BACnet/Modbus communication, VFDs, VRF/VRV systems, smart sensors, connected thermostats, energy dashboards, alarming, trending and basic networked device troubleshooting.

Other Job Requirements

• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Able to climb ladders, access mechanical rooms, rooftops, equipment spaces and other building areas safely.
• Able to use required personal protective equipment and follow all safety procedures.

Schedule

Monday through Friday - 8:00am - 4:00pm This is a union position covered under the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits

Benefits are provided in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and include paid time off, recognized holidays, sick leave, pension/annuity/welfare contributions, training benefits, and other negotiated employment benefits.

Pay

$50.45 / hr