Building Engineer

The Building Engineer will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting the safe and reliable operation of multiple commercial facilities, with a strong emphasis on HVAC systems, building automation, preventative maintenance, and general building systems. Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC equipment, including rooftop units, chilled-water systems, pumps, controls, and related mechanical equipment.

Clayton Services is searching for a Building Engineer to join a thriving company in Northwest Houston. The Building Engineer will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting the safe and reliable operation of multiple commercial facilities, with a strong emphasis on HVAC systems, building automation, preventative maintenance, and general building systems.

Job Type: Direct Hire or Temp-to-Hire
Pay Rate: $30.00 -$35.00/hour plus discretionary bonus
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) w/ match, paid time off, life insurance, and additional company benefits and perks

Builder Engineer Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on commercial building systems and equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC equipment, including rooftop units, chilled-water systems, pumps, controls, and related mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose HVAC issues and complete minor repairs when appropriate.
• Monitor and operate Building Automation Systems (Client) to identify equipment issues, alarms, and abnormal operating conditions.
• Perform routine inspections and identify maintenance or repair needs before equipment failures occur.
• Troubleshoot basic electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and building-system issues.
• Assist with the operation and maintenance of life-safety systems, emergency equipment, and other critical building infrastructure.
• Complete assigned work orders and maintain accurate preventative maintenance and repair documentation.
• Coordinate with outside vendors and contractors for specialized repairs, scheduled maintenance, and building services.
• Monitor vendor work to ensure projects and repairs are completed safely and appropriately.
• Serve as a facilities point of contact and respond professionally to building-related service requests.
• Support multiple nearby facilities and travel between locations as operational needs require.
• Assist with facility improvement, renovation, and infrastructure projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, building performance, and operating efficiency.
• Respond to occasional after-hours building emergencies as needed.
• Perform hands-on building maintenance duties requiring the use of ladders, tools, and access to mechanical areas, rooftops, and other building spaces.

Building Engineer Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC systems and HVAC troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of Building Automation Systems (Client) and building controls.
• Knowledge of commercial electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life-safety systems.
• Experience with chillers and chilled-water systems is highly preferred.
• Ability to diagnose equipment and building-system problems independently.
• Ability to determine when repairs can be completed internally versus requiring a specialized contractor.
• Ability to read blueprints, equipment documentation, and technical manuals.
• Strong preventative maintenance and organizational skills.
• Comfortable using computers, work-order systems, email, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-sufficient and capable of managing priorities across multiple facilities.
• Professional and comfortable interacting with employees, tenants, vendors, and contractors.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, work from heights, and perform physically demanding maintenance activities.

Building Engineer Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of commercial building maintenance, building engineering, facilities maintenance, or related experience preferred.
• Commercial office building experience required.
• Strong hands-on HVAC maintenance and troubleshooting experience required.
• Experience supporting multiple commercial buildings or multi-tenant properties strongly preferred.
• Experience with warehouse, industrial, or other operational facilities is a plus.
• Building Automation System (Client) experience strongly preferred.
• EPA Universal Certification preferred.
• BOMI, SMT, SMA, OSHA, or other relevant facilities certifications are a plus.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Stable employment history with demonstrated longevity in previous positions strongly preferred.

Building Engineer - Immediate need. Apply today!