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Building Engineer

Dexterra
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026

Company Description

CMI is now a part of the Dexterra Group!
CMI Management LLC is headquartered in Alexandria, VA and is a proven provider of efficient business, technology and facilities management solutions designed to help government and commercial clients reduce operational costs, operate at optimum performance and access the information needed for daily and long-term productivity. CMI has been in business for over 30 years and is well established in the federal contracting arena.  Please visit www.cmimgmt.com to learn more about our company!

Job Description

The Building Engineer is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, and repair of all building systems to ensure a safe, reliable, and efficient work environment. This role oversees preventive maintenance programs, responds to service requests, and ensures compliance with applicable codes and government standards.  The Building Engineer serves as the primary technical resource for the facility and supports the facility manager in maintaining operational excellence and audit readiness at CMI's customer site in Richmond, VA

Key Job Functions

  • Operate, monitor, and maintain HVAC systems.
  • Perform routine inspections of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
  • Ensure proper operation of life safety systems (in coordination with vendors).
  • Complete scheduled PM tasks in accordance with established standards.
  • Troubleshoot and repair HVAC components, lighting systems, plumbing fixtures, door hardware, and minor carpentry.
  • Respond to occupant service requests.
  • Review vendors work for quality and contract compliance.
  • Support life safety inspections.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of commercial/government building maintenance experience.
  • Experience in Class A office buildings preferred.
  • Strong HVAC troubleshooting skills.
  • Working knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems.
  • Ability to read blueprints and tec manuals.
  • EPA certification preferred.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds.
  • Ability to climb ladders and access mechanical spaces.
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, and kneeling.
  • Ust be able to work in mechanical spaces where there is temperature variation.
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Other duties as assigned by the facility manager.

Additional Information

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS

  • Teamwork
  • Results orientation/operational excellence
  • Holding self and other accountable
  • Operational business thinking

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CMI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

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