Building Engineer - Sabey Corporation

Another Source • Seattle, WA

3d • $75,000 - $112,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Sabey Corporation is recruiting a Building Engineer 2 to join their team in Seattle, WA. This role is essential in keeping Sabey's commercial properties operating safely, efficiently, and reliably. The Building Engineer will be responsible for troubleshooting complex HVAC and mechanical systems, coordinating vendors, and supporting property improvements, directly impacting tenant experience and building performance. This is an ideal opportunity for a hands-on building engineering professional who enjoys solving problems, takes pride in their work, and wants to continue developing their technical expertise. The role offers independence in managing day-to-day responsibilities while benefiting from a collaborative team that values knowledge-sharing, professional development, and internal career growth.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in commercial building engineering, facilities operations, building maintenance, or a related field. Equivalent combinations of technical education and experience may be considered.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Working knowledge of commercial HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire/life-safety, and building-control systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Trade school education or industry-related technical training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting commercial building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, building automation/Direct Digital Controls (DDC), and fire/life-safety equipment.
• Performing preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and repairs to ensure buildings operate safely, reliably, and efficiently.
• Responding to tenant and internal service requests, diagnosing issues, and delivering timely, customer-focused solutions.
• Coordinating contractors and service vendors, overseeing work quality, safety, scheduling, and project completion.
• Supporting building repair and improvement projects, including developing scopes of work, obtaining vendor pricing, and monitoring budgets and timelines.
• Conducting property inspections to identify maintenance needs and proactively address building conditions.
• Monitoring energy-management and building-control systems to support operational efficiency and equipment performance.
• Supporting fire/life-safety programs, emergency preparedness, and tenant communications.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records, operating logs, work orders, and equipment documentation using Yardi and other property management systems.
• Coordinating tenant move-in/move-out activities, vendor access, and related building services.
• Providing technical guidance and support to less-experienced building engineers, sharing knowledge and helping strengthen the team.
• Partnering with property management, tenants, contractors, and colleagues to deliver exceptional building operations and customer service.

Benefits

• Sabey covers 100% of employee-only premiums for base medical and PPO dental plans.
• Contributes up to $2,000 annually to a Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Up to 5 weeks of PTO based on tenure.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Ability to carry over unused PTO.
• Competitive, matched 401(k) retirement plan.
• Access to structured professional and personal development programs, including Thought Patterns for High Performance, Everything DiSC, and Built to Last.

What This Job Offers

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