Operating Engineer 3

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Pay Range: $36–$38/hr

About the role

Join the Facility Management Department supporting the maintenance and operation of critical building systems. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to safety and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee contractors, ensuring all maintenance and service requests are performed efficiently with minimal disruption to building operations.
• Support the installation, repair, and maintenance of base building and critical systems machinery, with primary focus on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and facilities systems.
• Create, execute, and manage work orders while implementing and scheduling preventative maintenance programs that keep equipment running at peak performance.
• Troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment, determine root causes, and take corrective action to restore systems to satisfactory operating condition.
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols including LOTO procedures, Job Hazard Assessments (JHA), hot work permits, and proper storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of trade schooling in electrical systems, refrigeration, and HVAC or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 5+ years of experience in facility or plant engineering maintenance with demonstrated expertise in commercial building systems.
• Hands-on skills and knowledge to complete repairs and maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, vertical transportation, life safety, and building structures using industry standard tools.
• Exposure to HVAC systems, fluid handling and pumping, fluid filtering, mechanical systems, welding, and electrical systems engineering and operation.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
• Hands-on experience maintaining diverse building systems.
• Potential to develop leadership skills through supervising and mentoring team members.
• Onsite parking available for employees.
• Upon completion of waiting period, consultants are eligible for:
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • Health Savings Account
  • Health Flexible Spending Account
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Business Travel Insurance
  • 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

Schedule

• Work schedule primarily Tuesday through Friday, with flexible hours and potential on-call duties.