Building Engineer

Building Engineer

Alternate/Related Job Titles:

• Maintenance Technician

Location: Conroe, TX

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 3 months (with possible extension)
• Pay Rate: $20.00 $21.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Monday Friday, 7:00 AM 3:30 PM; overtime as needed; on-call for emergencies only
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

As a Building Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and repairing building system operations and the performance of various areas including plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating, and cooling. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function, which is responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems. Keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards as assigned.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Maintain an energy management program. Ensure all systems operate in the most efficient manner.
• Assist with the implementation of a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life. Perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Review inspection to building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams.
• Work within broad guidelines and policies.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information.
• Responsible for building and grounds
• Painting
• Mechanical work
• Basic plumbing
• Basic electrical

Required Skills

• Mechanical aptitude
• Basic electrical skills
• Basic plumbing skills
• Great customer service skills
• Must be comfortable going up on the roof
• Basic computer skills
• Basic tablet skills
• Email/communication skills
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

Preferred Skills

• Forklift experience
• HVAC experience
• Dock door experience
• Leveler experience

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; trade school diploma preferred, not required
• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4 5 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Universal CFC certification preferred
• Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions
• Any applicable licenses preferred, not required

Required Experience

• Open to all experience levels
• 4 5 years of job-related experience (or equivalent combination of experience and education)
• Prior shift management or supervisory experience preferred

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• This is a very physically grueling job; candidate must be comfortable walking up and down stairs all day long
• This is a full industrial site
• Full safety gear is required and provided
• Steel toe boots required
• Safety glasses required
• Hearing protection required
• Cut resistant gloves required
• Working independently
• This is a work order guided position
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.

Important Notes

• Background package: CBRE Safety Specific with drug screen required
• Position is filling in for parental leave; conversion to permanent (FTE) is possible
• Interview process: 1st round phone screen / virtual interview, 2nd round in-person with hiring manager including site tour

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

Industry: Commercial Real Estate Services & Facilities Management. Typical roles include HSE Consultant, Building Operations Engineer, and Facility Management Technician. Work type is on-site. The organization offers comprehensive job structures with clear sections covering contract details, key responsibilities, requirements, and work environment. Consistent use of bullet points, detailed benefit summaries, and standardized disclaimers about work authorization and background checks are standard. The professional tone emphasizes compliance and safety protocols. There is a strict work authorization requirement (no visa sponsorship). Mandatory background checks with drug testing apply to all positions, along with EPA certification requirements for certain roles, on-site badging requirements with 10-day onboarding delays post-background clearance, and FP&L statewide search requirements for Florida positions. There is a high focus on safety and regulatory compliance across all roles. Contract positions with conversion-to-permanent potential are common. Data center and building operations environments require specialized technical certifications (EPA, electrical knowledge). On-call rotating schedules and after-hours response requirements apply for engineering roles. Limited travel requirements exist for training/certification. Strong emphasis on cultural values and stakeholder communication skills.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-04400 Industry: Engineering

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