Building Engineer

Building Engineer $28-$35/hr

We are seeking a skilled and motivatedBuilding Engineer (Operating Engineer)to join the facilities team at a premier Class A commercial high rise in downtown Minneapolis. This role offers hands‑on exposure to high‑end building systems, a collaborative team environment, and a clear pathway to advancement—including the opportunity to move into afull‑time Assistant Chief Engineerposition.

If you take pride in maintaining complex building systems, enjoy troubleshooting, and want to grow your career with a globally recognized commercial real estate organization, this is an outstanding opportunity.

• Maintain, inspect, and repair critical building systems includingchillers, VAVs, air handlers, boilers, and pumps
• Troubleshoot and service cooling towers, motors, utility generators, and UPS systems
• Support commercial kitchen equipment, plumbing systems, lighting, and general mechanical maintenance
• Performpreventive maintenance, filter and belt changes, and chemical treatment/testing
• Executelockout/tagout proceduresand assist with critical facility operations
• Participate inseasonal maintenance work, including small engine maintenance in winter and high pump-volume demands in warmer months
• Support facility projects and general upkeep, including minor painting and repairs
• Maintain accurate work orders and documentation while ensuring safety and compliance at all times

Required Experience

• 5+ years of experience inbuilding or facilities maintenance
• 2+ years of hands-on HVAC troubleshootingexperience, including boilers, air handlers, chillers, and pumps

Technical Strengths

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and building systems
• Experience maintaining commercial and industrial equipment
• Comfortable working with preventive maintenance programs and work order systems
• Excellent troubleshooting, attention to detail, and time management skills

• Work in aprestigious Class A high-risewith complex and modern infrastructure
• Clear advancement pathto Assistant Chief Engineer and beyond
• Join aglobal commercial real estate services firmwith international mobility opportunities
• Enjoyfree indoor parkingin downtown Minneapolis
• Comprehensive benefits package available once permanent—covering you and your family
• Build long-term career stability in a respected organization

• First shift, Monday–Friday (typically 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) with flexibility on start/end times
• Initial training may include mid-shift hours
• After onboarding, participate in arotating on-call scheduleshared with five other engineers
• Badge and full building access provided during your first week
• Close‑knit, service‑focused environment with regular interaction with property management and senior leadership
• High standards forcustomer service, professionalism, and communication

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $36.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on May 12, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.