Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Building Maintenance Engineer
Job Description
The Building Maintenance Engineer is responsible for ensuring the functionality, safety, and reliability of building infrastructure, including mechanical, electrical, and structural systems. This position performs a blend of hands-on technical work and coordination duties, with increasing responsibility in diagnostics, compliance, and system optimization. This role is designed for a candidate with a solid foundation in building maintenance who is ready to grow into a senior-level role.
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular inspections and routine maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life safety systems.
- Create preventive maintenance schedules based on inspections.
- Perform basic to moderately complex preventive maintenance tasks to reduce system downtime and extend equipment life.
- Maintain records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
- Diagnose issues in mechanical and electrical systems, escalating advanced problems when needed.
- Carry out repairs using appropriate tools, including replacement of components and parts.
- Monitor and respond to emergency maintenance situations in a timely manner.
- Support the monitoring of building automation systems (BAS/BMS) to ensure efficient operation.
- Assist with tracking energy usage and propose simple efficiency improvements.
- Assist with the development of a 5-year and 10-year capital plan.
- Provide concierge-style service to the tenants and staff to ensure the workplace is a comfortable and safe place to work.
- Liaise with contractors and vendors for maintenance work and ensure tasks are completed to standard.
- Communicate with Facilities Leadership about system performance, major repairs, and improvement recommendations.
- Assist in planning maintenance projects and documenting progress.
- Follow OSHA and company-specific safety protocols in all tasks.
- Support audits and inspections by maintaining records and implementing corrective actions as assigned.
- Maintain awareness of building code updates and safe work practices.
Essential Skills
- Strong troubleshooting and repair skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Time management and organization.
- Willingness to learn and take on increasing responsibility.
- 3–5 years of experience in building maintenance or related trades (HVAC, plumbing, electrical).
- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
- Familiarity with maintenance tracking software (CMMS) and basic use of building automation systems.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required; trade school or vocational certification preferred.
Why Work Here?
This position offers a unique opportunity to grow into a lead building engineer role with a sense of ownership. Employees benefit from direct placement and a comprehensive benefits package.
Work Environment
The work environment is a corporate office building located in Washington D.C. Candidates must be able to collaborate with professionals daily and respond efficiently to work orders.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Washington, DC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $90000.00/yr.
Full benefits, PTO, and sick leave
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Washington,DC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 7, 2026.
About Aerotek:
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.
Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.
Company Description
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 meet 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 in solving 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.