Associate Operations Facility Engineer

State Employees' Credit Union • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

The Associate Operations Facility Engineer assists with day-to-day maintenance and performance of the electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems that support SECU’s operations centers. Working alongside senior staff, this role performs programmed maintenance, responds to building issues, and helps provide internal departments with a safe and reliable work environment. The position also supports vendor coordination, workspace initiatives, construction tracking, facility records, and reporting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• Basic knowledge or hands-on familiarity with construction trades, such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, framing, or general handyman work; experience through trade school, apprenticeships, or entry-level field roles is a plus.
• Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including prolonged driving, bending, standing, walking, and computer use, and carrying, lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity or basic aptitude in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, with the ability to learn to troubleshoot and repair minor building issues.
• A relevant trade school certificate or trade license, including low-voltage electrical, is a plus but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Field maintenance and repair requests, perform initial troubleshooting on minor issues, track requests through completion, and help obtain vendor support for complex tasks.
• Support vendor coordination for preventative maintenance, building repairs, and construction projects affecting operations centers; act as a contact for external technicians and assist with tracking vendor performance and work schedules.
• Assist with coordination of new and active workspace initiatives, track construction timelines, and research facility trends and best practices to improve operations centers.
• Track repair requests and construction projects from start to finish, help verify project completion, and organize facility data for management reports.
• Collect and report information about building size, functionality, and department locations; maintain accurate repair-action and project-administration records.
• Identify and report building issues and repair needs to management, documenting needs early to support planning and communication.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED