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Operating Engineer

ManpowerGroup
Waukesha, WI Temporary
POSTED ON 10/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/27/2026
Our client, Commercial Facilities & Property Operations is seeking a Operating Engineer 3 to join their team. As a Operating Engineer 3, you will be part of the Facilities Operations team supporting building maintenance, system management, and tenant service. The ideal candidate will have the ability to lead and direct others, strong decision-making skills, and the confidence to prioritize workload while coordinating with vendors and responding to tenant needs.

Job Title: Operating Engineer 3

Location: Waukesha, WI

Pay Range: $29 to $34 per hour

What's the Job?

  • Oversee building operations with a focus on system management, vendor coordination, and tenant relations in a commercial environment.
  • Manage and prioritize facility operations, coordinating multiple maintenance activities and determining resource allocation.
  • Oversee vendor relationships, including scheduling, scope review, quality assurance, and contractor management.
  • Provide technical guidance and direction to maintenance team members on complex building system issues.
  • Lead troubleshooting across building systems including electrical, mechanical, DDC, and pneumatic controls, making informed repair decisions.

What's Needed?

  • 3 years of experience in commercial facility operations, building maintenance, or engineering.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, delegate, and make independent operational decisions.
  • Universal CFC EPA certification or willingness to obtain within the first year (support provided).
  • Strong commercial building systems knowledge (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls) and proven vendor management experience.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams) and CMMS platforms, plus strong communication and problem-solving skills.

What's in it for me?

  • Opportunity to serve as a technical lead for tenant-facing maintenance issues and complex troubleshooting.
  • On-call opportunities that support critical response needs (not frequent).
  • Structured work schedule Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.
  • Hands-on role supporting preventive maintenance programs and continuous system improvements.
  • Support to obtain Universal CFC EPA certification within the first year.

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

Salary : $29 - $34

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