Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a mechanically inclined Building Engineer Level 1 to support the maintenance and operation of a commercial office building in Austin, TX. The building is currently vacant, so the primary focus will be on preventative maintenance, equipment upkeep, and maintaining building infrastructure rather than handling tenant service requests.

This is a hands-on opportunity for someone with foundational mechanical and electrical knowledge who is interested in gaining experience with commercial building systems.

Work Environment & Equipment

The building is currently vacant, with no tenant-generated service calls or work orders. The role focuses primarily on maintaining critical building infrastructure and mechanical systems.

Equipment includes:

• Chillers
• Boilers
• Generators
• Cooling towers
• Air Handling Units (AHUs)
• Building electrical systems

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on critical building systems and equipment.
• Assist with the operation, inspection, and maintenance of chillers, boilers, cooling towers, generators, and AHUs.
• Complete scheduled maintenance tasks using the computerized work order management system.
• Monitor building equipment and identify potential maintenance issues before equipment failures occur.
• Perform basic electrical maintenance, including lighting repairs and 110-volt electrical work.
• Maintain exterior property areas, including several acres of grounds.
• Assist with parking lot lighting repairs, tree trimming, and general outdoor maintenance.
• Support overall building infrastructure and mechanical system maintenance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of electrical systems, including 110-volt electrical work.
• Exposure to commercial building equipment such as:
• Chillers
• Boilers
• Cooling towers
• Air Handling Units (AHUs)
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills.
• Basic computer and keyboard skills.
• Ability to learn and use computerized work order management systems.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining mechanical and electrical equipment.
• General commercial building maintenance experience.
• Trade school education or technical training.
• Previous exposure to commercial HVAC or building engineering systems.

Experience Requirements

• 0–2 years of relevant building maintenance, mechanical, HVAC, or engineering experience.
• Candidates with limited direct experience but strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn will also be considered.

Soft Skills

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• Team-oriented attitude.

Software Requirements

• Basic computer proficiency is required.
• Experience with computerized work order management systems is a plus.
• Training will be provided on client-specific applications as needed.

Team Structure

• One Hiring Manager.
• One Building Engineer currently working onsite.
• One Building Engineer currently on leave for knee replacement surgery.
• Security personnel onsite.

Interview Process

• First Round: In-person interview with the Hiring Manager at the work location.

Additional Information

• No specific licenses or certifications are required.
• The role is primarily focused on preventative maintenance and building infrastructure.
• There are no tenant service calls or tenant-generated work orders.
• Outdoor property maintenance is part of the position, including parking lot lighting and general grounds upkeep.
• The Hiring Manager is open to candidates with strong mechanical aptitude, even if they have limited direct building engineering experience.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a mechanically inclined maintenance professional with foundational electrical knowledge and some exposure to commercial building equipment. Candidates who have worked with chillers, boilers, cooling towers, or air handling units will be preferred.

The Hiring Manager is also open to entry-level candidates who demonstrate strong troubleshooting abilities, reliability, and a willingness to learn. Someone comfortable working independently and performing both indoor equipment maintenance and outdoor property upkeep would be a strong fit.

Pay: $34.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Application Question(s):

• this is 3 months contract are you comfortable with that ?

Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 30-minute unpaid lunch break

• 0–2 years of relevant building maintenance, mechanical, HVAC, or engineering experience.

Candidates who have worked with chillers, boilers, cooling towers, or air handling units will be preferred

Work Location: In person

Salary : $34 - $35