Building Engineer

Building Engineer

Responsible for ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and systems for the assigned property(s). Responsibilities include maintaining a clean and safe working environment, performing rounds, conducting routine assessments, performing day-to-day preventive and corrective maintenance, painting, and housekeeping for assigned properties.

Responsibilities

• Execute all plumbing, electrical, and HVAC tasks required for the operation and maintenance of the facility.
• Service and maintain heating systems, chillers (air and/or water-cooled), DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, VAVs, and air distribution systems.
• Monitor and adjust mechanical and pneumatic systems including steam stations, control gauges, distributor panels, valves, thermostats, and diffusers to ensure optimal comfort within the building.
• Assess on-site conditions and perform necessary repairs or adjustments to maintain operational integrity.
• Monitor building energy usage and support initiatives to improve efficiency.
• Repair and maintain doors, ceilings, hand railings, floors, and other structural elements throughout the property.
• Service plumbing fixtures such as toilets, urinals, flush valves, and lavatories.
• Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks in line with standards, building protocols, manufacturer guidelines, and industry best practices.
• Regularly inspect engine rooms, fan rooms, cooling towers, motors, pumps, electric rooms, backup generators, fire pumps, sump, and ejector pumps.
• Replace lamps and fixtures, reinstall or update signage, and ensure all rooms are clean and free of obstructions.
• Verify emergency exit signs and lighting are operational.

Essential Skills

Expertise in Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC systems; Facility maintenance; Troubleshooting and repair of refrigeration systems and HVAC equipment; Experience with preventive maintenance and maintenance repair.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

System Management program knowledge; Experience in building maintenance.

Why Work Here

This opportunity offers the potential for permanent employment after an initial period of 780 hours. Employees can look forward to a supportive work environment where skill development is encouraged and professional growth is fostered.

Work Environment

Work involves maintaining various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems within a property, often requiring physical activity and adherence to safety protocols. The role includes routine maintenance tasks and inspections, all while ensuring cleanliness and safety. Employees are expected to wear appropriate attire to maintain a professional appearance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Grand Prairie, Texas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Grand Prairie, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2025.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.