First Class Building Engineer
Listed on 2026-06-21
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Engineering
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer
First Class Building Engineer
Location:
Detroit, MI
Purpose:
To professionally respond to tenant requests and the public as required. Effectively and efficiently operate and maintain all HVAC and MEP equipment. Serves as a Systems Operator. Perform and supervise maintenance work.
Key Areas of Responsibilities:
- Provide prompt and courteous response to tenant requests within the guidelines set forth by the Company. Maintain ethical, professional, and courteous relations with contractors and tenants.
- Perform as a team member with all Company and client employees as well as client contract service providers.
- Assist to ensure compliance with all City, State and Federal safety and environmental laws, codes, standards and regulations.
- Order, stock and inventory parts and supplies as directed by the Engineering Manager or Assistant Engineering Manager.
- Induce water treatment chemicals at proper amounts and times in heating and cooling systems.
- Perform chemical analysis tests as set forth by the supervisor, reporting any abnormalities and substandard results.
- Comply with all Company and client policies and procedures.
- Respond to multiple requests from multiple sources (Supervisors, Service Bureau, and management staff) and prioritize accordingly to alleviate immediate problems. Report changing priorities back to Supervisors.
- Aid in training and development of fellow engineers.
- Clean and paint all equipment and surrounding areas designated by supervisor.
- Maintain accurate and timely equipment, event, alarm, personal time sheets, and program logs/reports as directed by supervisor.
- Maintain superior appearance and working condition of all the MEP systems assigned to the Engineering Department.
- Assume additional duties as delegated by Engineering Manager, Assistant Engineering Manager, and Lead Engineer.
- Willing to work all hours, days, and shifts as assigned by Engineering Manager, Assistant Engineering Manager, and Lead Engineer.
Education, Experience and
Skills Required:
- Read and use all types of test equipment, analog/digital multi-meters, pressure and temperature indicating and recording devices, air flow and quality measuring devices, and leak detection devices.
- Knowledge of basic hand tools (i.e. socket sets, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, saws and hammers, etc.).
- Knowledge of power tools (pneumatic, electric or engine drive) drill motors, saws, grinder, impact wrenches, etc.
- Ability to use deductive logic for troubleshooting equipment.
- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on HVAC mechanical equipment as outlined by the Supervisors including but not limited to bearings/filters/belts.
- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on electrical equipment and perform installations.
- Maintain, operate, and repair chiller systems, plumbing systems, architectural systems and finishes.
- Minimum 2 years experience in commercial HVAC.
- Direct and assist with evacuations, bomb searches and life safety alarms as deemed reasonable and prudent.
- Assist emergency authorities and response teams.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience operating large tonnage chiller plant.
Physical Demand Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the First Class Building Engineer.
- Ability to lift and carry at least 50 lbs.
- Ability to work standing all day.
- Ability to access remote and confined areas such as crawl spaces, roofs, service ladders, stairways, equipment enclosures, etc.
- Normal use of sight, smell, touch, and hearing senses.
- Ability to utilize full range of manual dexterity such as sitting, squatting, bending, crawling, kneeling, lifting, walking, and manipulating tools with limbs extended.
- Must pass and obtain certification for use of self-contained breathing apparatus and must maintain facial hair in a manner for proper fit and use.
Other Requirements
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- Current City of Detroit 1st Class Refrigeration Operator’s License for all halogenated refrigerants.
- EPA Refrigerant Recovery Universal Certification.
- Evening, holiday, and weekend work as required for coverage. Must be able to work various shift as business needs.
Benefits/Perks
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Note:
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. If you are a dedicated First Class Building Engineer looking for an opportunity to make a difference in a dynamic organization, we invite you to apply. Apply today!
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