Building Engineer
ISS Conversational ATS
About the role
Building Engineer – ISS Facility Services (Guckenheimer)
Location: Not specified – mobile engineering team covering a metropolitan region
Quick Snapshot
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Hourly Pay | $36.13 – $39.54 |
| Work Schedule | Days, nights, weekends, holidays; on‑call rotation (1st‑line support) |
| Reports To | Site Operations Manager (direct) & works closely with Site Operations Supervisor |
| Travel | Must have a valid driver’s license; travel by car within the assigned region |
| Physical Requirements | • Walk/stand for long periods • Lift ≤ 50 lb • Bend, stoop, work at heights on platforms |
| Core Benefits | Medical, dental, life & disability insurance; comprehensive leave program (based on status) |
| Key Certifications | EPA Universal/608 (refrigerant handling) |
| Software/Tools | CMMS (work‑order control), Microsoft Word/Outlook, smartphone apps, specialty hand & diagnostic tools |
Primary Mission
Ensure all building‑related equipment (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire‑life safety, elevators, UPS, etc.) is maintained to the highest standards, operating safely and efficiently for clients, customers, and staff.
Drive preventive‑maintenance programs, respond to reactive repairs, and act as the technical point‑of‑contact for clients and vendors.
Core Responsibilities
| Category | Tasks |
|---|---|
| Preventive & Reactive Maintenance | • Inspect, maintain, and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing, control, and HVAC systems • Refrigerant handling (EPA‑certified) • Minor electrical work (bulb/ballast replacement, troubleshooting) • Plumbing fixture & drain repairs • Café/kitchen equipment PMs • Elevator, fire‑life safety, UPS upkeep • Door & overhead door adjustments, roof inspections, ceiling grid repairs |
| CMMS & Documentation | • Keep asset data, work orders, and maintenance history current • Generate reports, equipment evaluations, and scopes of work for vendors • Track KPIs as directed by the Site Operations Manager |
| Vendor & Sub‑contractor Management | • Obtain/compare estimates, schedule, escort, and de‑brief contractors • Ensure safe site access, lock‑out/tag‑out, and proper PPE for all external work |
| Safety & Housekeeping | • Follow 5S principles for “Front of House” & “Back of House” • Participate in HSEQ training, report hazards, and comply with all ISS/client EHS policies |
| Supply & Tool Management | • Order PM/RM supplies, maintain tool crib inventory, ensure SLA uptime |
| On‑Call Support | • First‑line response to escalations or emergencies per schedule |
| Customer Service | • Handle client complaints professionally and promptly |
Ideal Candidate Profile
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience | ≥ 5 years in operations & maintenance, construction, facilities, or building‑engineering roles (Journeyman‑level electrical & mechanical preferred) |
| Education | High‑school diploma or vocational/trade school/college |
| Certifications | EPA Universal/608 (mandatory) |
| Technical Skills | • Strong knowledge of work‑order control & CMMS • Ability to read blueprints, OEM manuals, parts catalogs • Proficient with specialty hand & diagnostic tools • Basic PC skills (Word, Outlook, smartphone apps) |
| Soft Skills | • Independent & team‑oriented work style • Excellent communication & interpersonal abilities • Strong time‑management & KPI focus |
| Physical Ability | Able to lift 50 lb, work at heights, stand/walk for long periods, bend/stoop frequently |
| Other | Valid state driver’s license; willingness to travel within the assigned metro area |
What Success Looks Like
- Zero safety incidents – all work performed under lockout/tagout, PPE, and HSEQ guidelines.
- High equipment reliability – KPIs (Uptime, MTTR, PM compliance) meet or exceed targets.
- Accurate CMMS data – work orders, asset histories, and inventory are always current.
- Positive client experience – complaints resolved quickly, clear communication, and professional demeanor.
- Efficient vendor coordination – contracts, estimates, and on‑site execution run smoothly with minimal disruption.
Preparation Tips (If You’re Applying or Interviewing)
| Area | How to Prepare |
|---|---|
| Technical Knowledge | Review HVAC refrigerant handling (EPA 608), basic electrical codes (NEC), plumbing codes, and common building‑system schematics. Practice troubleshooting scenarios (e.g., “A building’s HVAC is tripping the fire alarm”). |
| CMMS Proficiency | If you have experience with a specific CMMS (e.g., FM:Systems, Maximo, iOffice), be ready to discuss how you kept data clean, generated reports, and used it for preventive‑maintenance scheduling. |
| Safety & HSEQ | Know the lockout/tagout steps, PPE requirements for each trade, and how you’ve contributed to a safety culture (e.g., leading a toolbox talk, conducting a 5S audit). |
| Vendor Management | Prepare examples of obtaining quotes, evaluating contractors, and overseeing their work while ensuring compliance and safety. |
| Soft Skills | Have stories that demonstrate clear communication with clients, conflict resolution, and teamwork across multiple service lines (hard, soft, operational). |
| Physical Stamina | Be ready to discuss how you stay fit for the physical demands (lifting, heights, long shifts). |
| Regulatory Knowledge | Familiarize yourself with local building codes, OSHA regulations, and any specific client (Guckenheimer) compliance requirements. |
Quick “Elevator Pitch” (for a cover letter or interview intro)
“I am a seasoned Building Engineer with over five years of hands‑on experience maintaining complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in high‑traffic commercial facilities. Certified under EPA Universal/608, I excel at delivering preventive‑maintenance programs that keep equipment uptime above 95 % while strictly adhering to HSEQ standards. My proven track record in CMCM data integrity, vendor coordination, and rapid on‑call response makes me an ideal partner for ISS’s OneISS methodology, ensuring safe, efficient, and client‑focused facility operations.”
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Requirements
- 5 + years of experience in Operations & Maintenance, Construction, Facilities Maintenance and/or Building Engineering roles
- High school diploma or vocational or trade school/college required
- EPA Universal/608 Certification
- Strong knowledge of Work Order Control procedures and required time management to work within CMMS Systems
- Experience with subcontractor and vendor contract management
- Experience with managing key performance indicators as provided by Site Operations Manager
- Able to use specialty hand tools, specialty diagnostic tools, and knowledge of maintenance shop practices with previous experience at the Journeyman level (Electrical and Mechanical Equipment systems)
- Basic computer proficiency skills (Word, Outlook, CMMS Systems, Smartphone Systems)
- Work independently and as part of a team, requiring strong communication and interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
- Ensure all facility related equipment is maintained to the highest standards in the Hard Services line.
- Partner with the Site Operations Supervisor and Hard Service team to promote collective success across all service lines (hard, soft, and operational) and embody the OneISS (one team) methodology of facility operations.
- Solve complex (integrated and multi system) maintenance and repair of a building’s shell, core, and equipment.
- Drive optimization and maintenance of facilities for clients, customers, and staff in a safe operating condition.
- Execute a best practice preventative and reactive maintenance program.
- Resolve immediate operational and/or building safety concerns.
- Perform complex preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, equipment, and grounds.
- Monitor building system operations and performance.
- Complete self-performance of specific and/or several trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, refrigeration, heating, and cooling.
- Respond to escalations and always communicate in a professional manner.
- Support the Technical Services Team, and report to the Site Operations Manager.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues within the Business Unit and across the company so that information is disseminated effectively and participate in project groups and meetings as required.
- Perform Inspection, Maintenance and Repair of the building’s mechanical, electrical, plumbing, control systems, and HVAC systems.
- Perform refrigerant handling associated with repairs to HVAC systems.
- Perform minor electrical task to include bulb replacement, ballast replacement, and troubleshooting.
- Plumbing fixture/drains repair and maintenance.
- Perform Inspection and preventive maintenance of café/kitchen equipment.
- Manage and support maintenance of elevators, fire life safety systems, and UPS’s.
- Access Door and Overhead Door repair/adjustment, as required.
- Ensures the CMMS system is up to date with accurate and appropriate data around assets and maintenance programs.
- Inspect and diagnose problems using blueprints, OEM repair manuals, and parts catalogs.
- Partner with contractors and vendors as needed for the effective and safe accomplishment of maintenance and specific scopes of work.
- Provide data for reports as required and equipment evaluations or scope of work for outside contractors as needed.
- Provide or direct equipment and system operational modifications, such as critical switching, lockout/tagout, and safe working area set up so that specialty subcontractors may perform assigned or contracted duties while minimizing risk to workers and protecting the critical load.
- Follow 5S principles for organization/cleanliness of “Front of House” (client/customer spaces) and “Back of House” (equipment rooms, storage areas, tool cribs, etc.) on the property.
- Order supplies for PM’s and RM’s as needed; ensure on site tool crib inventory is correctly managed to ensure SLA uptime is met.
- Obtain and compare estimates for work to be performed by outside vendors.
- Adjust doors and closers, repair T-bar drop ceiling grid and replace ceiling tiles.
- Perform visual roof inspections and make minor repairs as needed.
- Perform general maintenance tech duties as assigned by Site Operations Management team.
- On call (1st line of support) to address escalations or emergencies if they arise according to designated on call schedule.
- Ensure that all customer complaints are handled professionally, appropriately, and in a timely manner.
- Complies with all ISS, and client EHS requirements, as required.
- Must possess valid state driver’s license; may be required to travel via car within a specific metropolitan region as a part of mobile engineering team.
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