Building Engineer

LHH is seeking a Building Engineer for a commercial office environment in the Charlotte area. This role will support the hands-on maintenance and operation of building systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable property operations. This is a fully onsite position.

Responsibilities:

Electrical Systems

• Working knowledge of A.C. circuits and electrical safety procedures
• Ability to reset breakers and troubleshoot minor electrical issues
• Experience with outlets, switches, lighting ballasts, and circuit breakers

HVAC Systems

• Understanding of the basic refrigeration cycle
• Experience with DDC devices commonly found in commercial office buildings
• Exposure to pneumatic systems is a plus
• Perform minor preventive maintenance on AHUs
• Respond to HVAC calls and troubleshoot issues in a timely manner
• Test and adjust chemical treatment levels in water systems
• Conduct daily chiller inspections and report abnormalities
• Replace belts, motors, bearings, actuators, and valves
• Troubleshoot and repair field devices such as PIU/VAV units and related systems
• Assist with set point adjustments within the building energy management system
• Troubleshoot and make minor repairs to pumping systems

Plumbing Systems

• Perform preventive maintenance on plumbing systems
• Repair and rebuild flush valves and faucets
• Inspect and replace wax seals and remount toilets/urinals as needed
• Perform preventive maintenance on pumps
• Adjust and service pressure-reducing valves

Life Safety Systems

• Support operation of building life safety systems
• Respond to fire alarms and system troubles
• Conduct and document inspections of emergency generators and fire pumps
• Perform additional life safety responsibilities as assigned

Additional Responsibilities

• Repair and replace door hardware and closures
• Perform minor security system adjustments and repairs
• Read and record tenant utility meters
• Interpret mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams
• Perform general maintenance tasks including painting, cleaning, and drain clearing

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of building maintenance experience and/or trade school certification in HVAC, electronics, or a related field preferred
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience operating equipment such as chillers, generators, pumps, switchgear, and AHUs
• Strong troubleshooting and organizational skills
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Flexibility to work overtime and participate in an on-call rotation schedule
• Strong sense of urgency, responsiveness, and professionalism