Job Description

Job Title: Building Engineer

Reports to : Chief Maintenance Engineer

Location: Charlotte, NC

Compensation: Targeted hourly range of $28-35/hour plus incentives, usage of company vehicle during working hours, cell phone, Ipad, PTO, IRA 3.5% Match and 100% paid health insurance

Overview: Our client is expanding into Charlotte and is seeking a Building Engineer to support the maintenance, repair, and overall care of properties across our managed portfolio.

Reporting to the Chief Maintenance Engineer, this role is essential to ensure that our buildings function smoothly, safely, and efficiently for tenants and clients. This is a hands-on position that combines proactive planning with responsive service. The ideal candidate is solution-oriented, self-motivated, and committed to maintaining high standards of property maintenance.

Schedule and Compensation • Full-time, 40-hour work week with flexibility based on property needs
• Occasional additional hours to respond to urgent issues or project deadlines
• Participation in a rotating on-call schedule (typically less than four times per year)
• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half; holidays at double time
• Competitive hourly compensation; benefits start Day One

Primary Responsibilities Preventative and General Maintenance
• Conduct regular site visits and follow a routine preventative maintenance schedule
• Promptly respond to work order requests
• Track work performed and submit receipts and documentation as required
• Replace interior and exterior lighting components
• Perform minor plumbing, HVAC, electrical, door, window, and drywall repairs
• Handle painting, signage, roof patching, and light carpentry tasks
• Escort and monitor contractors and vendors; assist when needed
• Perform and document fire/life safety inspections following NFPA guidelines

Exterior Maintenance
• Monitor landscaping, irrigation, and trash services; report issues or suggest improvements
• Ensure grounds are clean and free of debris, especially around entrances and dumpsters
• Identify and report safety issues such as trip hazards or roof leaks
• Perform basic asphalt patching and install signage as needed

Inclement Weather Response
• Help coordinate snow/ice removal and oversee vendor performance
• Assist with physical snow removal when necessary (shoveling, ice melt, etc.)
• Walk properties to identify and address weather-related hazards promptly

Vendor and Project Oversight
• Coordinate with approved contractors for specialized work
• Review work for quality and monitor contractor behavior and timing
• Help negotiate fair pricing and obtain competitive proposals
• Maintain communication with the Property Manager to provide timely project updates

Key Attributes for Success
• Positive attitude and ability to maintain a productive work environment
• Strong communication and time management skills • Willingness to support the broader team and pitch in as needed
• Focus on safety, quality, and proactive maintenance

Benefits
• Company pays 100% of insurance premiums for Medical, Dental and vision insurance
• Annual company contribution of $750.00 to Healthcare Savings Account when an HSA is chosen
• Company pays 100% of Life and disability insurance premium
• Company-matching IRA (after 90-day vesting)
• Paid flex holidays (5 days) and personal/sick time (6 days) annually, up to 5 days of paid vacation with each year of service
• Company vehicle available for work-related travel; mileage reimbursement if using personal vehicle
• PPE, tools, and necessary supplies provided

If you feel you are qualified for this position, we are interested in hearing from you. Please respond to this job posting and include your resume so we can evaluate and reach out to you.

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, For contractors, Flexible hours,

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