Roving Building Engineer

Job Description

Job Title:
Roving Building Engineer

Job Description

The Roving Building Engineer role will be supporting multiple commercial facilities in the North DC and Rockville area. You will operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of building systems with a strong focus on HVAC, while also providing general maintenance services. This position is field-based, requires regular travel between sites, and offers the chance to work with a variety of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility equipment and building systems across multiple commercial facilities, with technical expertise in at least one craft area such as Electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, or Central Utility Plant Operations.
• Perform maintenance, monitoring, and repairs to mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire life safety, and control systems to ensure all facility and building systems meet applicable standards.
• Travel between multiple facilities within the North DC and Rockville coverage area to inspect systems, perform maintenance, and respond to service needs.
• Maintain responsibility for facility services including preventive maintenance, purchasing and inventory control, contracted maintenance, general maintenance, and technical proficiency.
• Clean, inspect, calibrate, and replace parts on HVAC systems and associated equipment to maintain optimal performance levels.
• Record equipment readings, analyze performance, and make necessary adjustments to ensure proper and efficient operation of mechanical and HVAC systems.
• Comply with departmental policies for the safe storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials, and maintain a clean, safe, and organized workplace.
• Perform periodic checks and audits of tool and instrument inventory to ensure all equipment is available, properly maintained, and in good working condition.
• Monitor the quality, timeliness, and pricing of maintenance work performed by outside contractors to ensure standards and budget requirements are met.
• Follow all safety procedures, maintain good housekeeping practices, and promote safety in all work areas.
• Recognize potential dangers and safety hazards in the workplace and propose practical methods to eliminate or mitigate these risks.
• Use computer applications, including Word and Excel, to document maintenance activities, record readings, track inventory, and complete required reports.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of experience maintaining and repairing commercial building systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of HVAC background with strong knowledge of general maintenance.
• Experience analyzing the operation of commercial or industrial mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems to identify causes of problems or malfunctions and take corrective action.
• EPA 608 Type II Certification.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to travel between multiple facilities in the North DC and Rockville area.
• Working knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to comply with safety procedures and hazardous materials handling policies.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently in the field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• EPA 608 Universal Certification (preferred).
• Two years of trades schooling in electrical system design, refrigeration, and HVAC (preferred).
• Experience working with fire life safety and control systems in commercial facilities.
• Comfort working across multiple craft areas such as electrical, HVAC, piping/plumbing, and central utility plant operations.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values technical excellence, safety, and professional growth while supporting a portfolio of modern commercial facilities. You will gain exposure to a wide range of building systems, work with well-maintained tools and equipment, and benefit from structured onboarding and clear processes. The role offers a stable weekday schedule, the opportunity to build long-term expertise in HVAC and general maintenance, and the chance to work in a collaborative environment where your skills and initiative are recognized.

Work Environment

This is a field-based role with coverage across multiple commercial facilities in the North DC and Rockville area. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You will travel between sites using company-provided vans and equipment, working in…