Building Engineer

Building Engineer

Location: Getzville, NY

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 3 months (possible extension; potential to convert to full-time)
• Pay Rate: $23.00–$24.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift /
  
  Schedule:
  
  Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Overtime: Overtime applicable
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

As a Building Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and repairing building system operations and the performance of various areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function, responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems. Work will be done independently and as part of a team within an office building environment featuring a commercial-grade cooling system.

• Perform maintenance and repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems; keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety
• Maintain an energy management program; ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner
• Assist with the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life; perform emergency repairs as needed
• Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials; maintain a clean and safe workplace
• Review inspections to building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions
• Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function
• Lead by example and model behaviors consistent with RISE values; work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams
• Work within broad guidelines and policies
• Explain difficult or sensitive information
• Perform mechanical preventive maintenance (PMs)
• Conduct event set‑ups
• Perform building rounds
• Perform painting and patching
• Perform light plumbing
• Perform general maintenance

• Good mechanical skills
• General carpentry skills
• Basic electrical skills
• Basic plumbing skills
• General HVAC skills
• Good teamwork
• Customer service skills
• CMMS experience
• Basic computer skills
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (examples include Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset
• Sophisticated math skills; ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial‑related calculations

• Great mechanical aptitude

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma required
• In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered
• Universal CFC certification preferred
• Any HVAC or electrical certifications would be a plus
• Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions

• 5 years of experience in a related building engineering or facilities maintenance role
• 4–5 years of job‑related experience (aligned with education level)

• Prior shift management or supervisory experience

• Office building environment with commercial‑grade cooling system
• Must meet physical requirements including stooping, standing, walking, and climbing stairs/ladders
• Ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more
• Background check with drug screen required (CBRE Safety Specific package)

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund