BUILDING ENGINEER / HVAC TECHNICIAN - Mon - Fri 8am - 4pm [UNION]

Guardian Service Industries•Norwalk, CT

About The Position

Responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of city buildings and their plumbing, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, building automation, life safety, fire protection, security, and related systems. The role requires working knowledge of modern facility operations and connected equipment, digital work order systems, BMS/BAS operation, trend logs, alarms, energy-management tools, mobile documentation, and safe coordination with outside contractors. The Building Engineer identifies abnormal conditions, responds promptly, performs hands-on repairs when appropriate, and supports reliable, safe, and energy-conscious building operations. Under the direction of the Chief Engineer, the position performs inspections, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, emergency response, system monitoring, installation and commissioning support, work-order documentation, contractor coordination, parts ordering, and maintenance and capital-planning support. The engineer responds to occupant concerns and maintains equipment, inspection, alarm, and repair records while following operating, safety, lockout/tagout, cybersecurity, and site-specific procedures. The role works in a technology-supported facility environment using BMS/BAS platforms, digital work orders, mobile devices, electronic drawings, equipment histories, and remote support tools. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This is a union position covered by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. The listed salary is $50.45 per hour.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience in building operations, engineering, HVAC, equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
Hands-on mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot and repair building HVAC and mechanical equipment.
Working knowledge of building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, controls, life safety, fire protection, and security systems.
Experience operating and maintaining BMS/BAS systems, including schedules, setpoints, alarms, trends, overrides, and basic controller-level troubleshooting.
Ability to use computers, tablets, smartphones, digital meters, test instruments, CMMS/work order software, email, and electronic documentation systems.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, mechanical drawings, control diagrams, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and sequence-of-operation documents.
Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize work, and make sound operational decisions.
Hold licenses and certifications required for assigned work (D2, S2, or OE2).
Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Strong customer service, communication, documentation, and computer skills.
Available for emergency response and on-call coverage as assigned.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders and safely access mechanical rooms, rooftops, equipment spaces, and other building areas.
Ability to use required personal protective equipment and follow all safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, BMS/BAS, Building Operator, OSHA, EPA 608, or other applicable technical training or certifications, where applicable.
Completion of college, trade school, technical school, HVAC certificates, Building Operator Program coursework, engineering technical training, or building operations and maintenance training certificates.
Working knowledge of BACnet/Modbus communications, VFDs, VRF/VRV systems, smart sensors, connected thermostats, energy dashboards, alarming, trending, and basic networked-device troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

Inspect buildings, grounds, mechanical rooms, equipment, and systems for unsafe, abnormal, or malfunctioning conditions.
Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and building automation systems, including lubrication, adjustment, cleaning, filter changes, belt replacement, sensor checks, calibration support, consumable replacement, and periodic testing.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical and HVAC equipment, including air handling units, rooftop units, split systems, pumps, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, exhaust systems, VFDs, motors, hydronic components, refrigeration circuits, and related controls.
Operate, monitor, and maintain BMS/BAS systems, including schedules, setpoints, alarms, graphics, trend logs, overrides, controller communication issues, and basic control-sequence verification.
Use BMS/BAS data, trend logs, meters, gauges, test instruments, and field observations to diagnose comfort complaints, equipment faults, nuisance alarms, energy waste, and abnormal operation.
Respond to emergencies, equipment failures, leaks, environmental complaints, loss of heating or cooling, alarms, and other building-related issues.
Assist with installation, modification, replacement, and commissioning support for building equipment, controls, sensors, networked devices, and system upgrades.
Perform or oversee electrical and plumbing repair and troubleshooting within licensing, safety, and department-procedure limits.
Perform or oversee water treatment, testing, documentation, and follow-up for boilers, cooling towers, closed loops, and related systems.
Use digital work order and CMMS platforms, tablets, mobile devices, photos, and electronic records to receive, prioritize, document, and close work orders.
Prioritize service calls, document corrective actions, communicate status updates, and follow up on completed work.
Evaluate and recommend equipment repairs, service upgrades, controls improvements, energy conservation measures, and capital replacement needs.
Coordinate maintenance and repair with contractors, vendors, controls technicians, IT support, and city departments when work cannot be completed in-house.
Coordinate contractor access, tenant or user communication, and management approvals for externally supported work; maintain records of contractor work, findings, and recommendations.
Order parts, filters, supplies, and materials; maintain stock and inventory controls and proper documentation.
Work with the Chief Engineer and Building Manager on annual maintenance planning, budgeting, capital projects, and equipment replacement planning.
Respond to occupant complaints involving safety, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, indoor air quality, and environmental needs through direct contact and the work order system.
Maintain maintenance logs, equipment records, digital files, inspection documentation, BMS notes, alarm history, and repair records.
Follow written operating and safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, cybersecurity awareness practices, and site-specific building procedures.
Maintain clean, safe, and professional work areas, mechanical rooms, storage rooms, shops, and equipment spaces.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Be available for emergency response and on-call coverage as assigned.