Commercial Building Engineer

Building Engineer - Class A Commercial Office | Direct Hire Commercial Real Estate / Facilities Engineering $32-$34/hr. + Stable Schedule + Growth Opportunity Durham, NC (27701) Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Are you an experienced Building Engineer , Facilities Engineer , or Commercial Maintenance Engineer who takes pride in maintaining Class A office buildings and delivering exceptional service to tenants? We're partnering with a well-established commercial real estate organization seeking a Direct Hire Building Engineer to support Class A commercial office space in Durham, NC . This is a stable, first-shift opportunity for an engineer who enjoys hands-on work with HVAC systems, mechanical systems, life safety systems, and preventive maintenance —without rotating shifts or unpredictable schedules. Why this Building Engineer role stands out ✅ Direct hire with long-term stability ✅ Class A commercial office environment ✅ Consistent weekday schedule (7 AM - 4 PM) ✅ Hands-on work with HVAC, chillers, generators, and building systems ✅ High-visibility role supporting tenant satisfaction and building operations ✅ Opportunity to work independently while partnering with management and vendors ✅ Competitive hourly pay for experienced commercial building engineers What you'll do as a Building Engineer Perform daily building walk-throughs to identify, resolve, or escalate maintenance and repair needs Conduct morning inspections of amenity spaces to ensure areas are clean, operational, and tenant-ready Examine, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical systems including HVAC systems, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and energy management systems Complete preventive maintenance tasks, procedures, schedules, testing, and detailed maintenance logs Perform plumbing repairs (leaks, toilets, sinks, unclogging) as requested Repair and replace lighting, ballasts, and minor electrical components Conduct life safety inspections , including fire extinguishers, lighting, fire pumps, generators, and underground storage tanks Utilize commercial building software systems , including HVAC controls, work order systems, card access systems, and email Oversee third-party vendors , coordinating access, scheduling, and quality inspections Support day-to-day commercial building operations and respond to overtime or emergency calls as needed What we're looking for 5+ years of commercial office or Class A building maintenance experience Proven knowledge of commercial HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, fire and life-safety systems, and generators Experience working in commercial real estate, facilities engineering, or building operations Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate professionally with tenants, vendors, and colleagues Ability to work independently , manage priorities, and take initiative Comfortable using maintenance software, building automation systems, and mobile devices Physically capable of: Lifting 50+ lbs Climbing ladders Walking roofs Working in tight or confined spaces Preferred certifications (not required) EPA Universal Certification (or ability to obtain) OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 Technical or trade school training in HVAC, electrical, or building engineering Schedule & work environment Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Standard business hours with on-call rotation as needed Occasional nights, weekends, or holidays for emergencies or critical building operations Ideal fit A seasoned Building Engineer , Facilities Engineer , or Commercial Maintenance Technician who enjoys maintaining Class A office buildings , values a predictable weekday schedule, and takes pride in delivering high-quality building operations and tenant service.

Pay:

$32.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Application Question(s): Are you comfortable undergoing a background check in accordance with local and federal regulations? Where have you gained experience managing commercial properties? What is the largest square foot building you have managed currently or in the past?

Work Location:

In person