About this role
Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard Cand Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.At Hensel Phelps, we don’t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence.
As an employee-owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Job Description
The Building Engineer will be responsible for the timely completion of necessary maintenance activities and the management of the maintenance team.
Key Responsibilities
Perform predictive and preventative maintenance on facility equipment and mechanical and building systems, including electrical, HVAC, boilers, pumps, motors, valves and chilled water/heating hot water distribution systems including chillers and cooling towers, filter changes, belt changes, equipment cleaning and equipment painting
Assist with ancillary building systems necessary to keep systems operating at peak performance with minimal downtime
Perform routine maintenance tasks including inspection of buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions
Troubleshoot, evaluate, and recommend upgrades to ensure building is compliant and up-to code
Order parts and supplies for maintenance repairs
Monitor and respond to service requests in work order management system
Demonstrate exceptional customer service skills and maintain positive and professional working relationship with internal and external clients through timely and professional communication.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
1+ years’ experience in commercial or industrial environment with increasing responsibility for managing daily building operations
General mechanical and carpentry skills
Experience with HVAC system maintenance
Knowledge of safety procedures and equipment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Basic computer skills such as internet, email, electronic manual, etc
Ab Highly organized and able to prioritize tasks as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Thorough understanding of air conditioning and control systems
Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and life safety monitoring and control systems
Management/supervisory experience
Ability to read blueprints/CAD drawings
Prior work experience in a commercial setting.
Physical Requirements
Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.
Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc.
Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, computer, and computer printer.
The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office administration.
Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.
The person in this position regularly sits in a stationary position in front of a computer screen.
Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read blueprints and take/verify field measurements.
Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.
Balancing – Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.
Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.
Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures.
Frequently exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
Education
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).