Building Engineer - Santa Clara, CA

Genesis10 is seeking a Building Engineer for a full time position with our client.

Compensation: $55.00 - $58.00 per hour
Candidate will need to be flexible on shift options

5% annual bonus which is dependent on performance review.
**Relocation assistance available

Looking for a Building Engineer with strong commercial chiller experience who will play a critical role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing building systems in our clients' corporate headquarters. You will be responsible for ensuring that systems operate efficiently and safely, with an emphasis on HVAC, refrigeration, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire life safety systems. This is a hands-on role that requires strong technical aptitude, collaboration, and a proactive approach to maintaining critical infrastructure.

Job Responsibilities:

• Monitor, maintain, and repair operations of building systems including mechanical, plumbing, electrical, structural, and fire/life safety systems.
• Support building operations in rack labs and thermal chamber labs
• Maintain and troubleshoot:
  • Commercial chillers (200-300 ton)
  • Refrigeration systems
  • Rooftop units
  • Generators, UPS, and transfer switches
  • Wet and dry sprinkler systems
  • FM200/NOVEC systems
  • Fire alarm control panels
• Ensure that building systems function within design parameters. Perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Perform inspections and preventive maintenance using CMMS (work order management system)
• Maintain compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and company safety policies
• Follow protocols for hazardous materials handling, storage, and disposal
• Provide occasional coaching or mentorship to team members and share expertise
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and external service providers who do programming
• Respond to on-call emergencies and system alerts with urgency and professionalism

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4 years of job-related experience
• EPA Universal CFC/608 Certification
• Understanding of Building Automation Systems, can speak to controls programming
• Experience with building electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems
• Experience with water cooling, refrigeration, and clean dry air systems
• Working knowledge of fire life safety systems, UPS, transfer switches, and critical infrastructure
• Proficient in the use of CMMS systems to manage work orders and maintenance logs
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Strong organizational skills and an inquisitive, proactive mindset
• Must be available for after-hours emergencies and rotating on-call duty

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to walk for extended periods and navigate large facilities on foot throughout the workday.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds as part of regular engineering activities.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a lab environment (rack labs, thermal chamber labs)

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply at

About Genesis10:
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits of the client.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Salary : $55 - $58