Building Engineer

Colliers • Milwaukee, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Colliers and Inland Family of Companies is seeking a motivated and dependable Building Engineer to join the property operations team at R1VER Campus, a waterfront campus in Milwaukee's Harbor District. Under the guidance of a Senior Building Engineer, this role assists with maintaining building systems, responding to service requests, completing preventive maintenance, and keeping the property safe, clean, and well-maintained for tenants and guests. The position is suited to someone mechanically inclined, eager to learn, customer-service oriented, and proud of maintaining a high-quality property.

The Building Engineer supports commercial office building operations and gains exposure to building automation, HVAC troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, fire and life safety systems, vendor management, project coordination, and sustainability and facility-efficiency initiatives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0–2 years of maintenance experience in commercial, residential, hospitality, facilities, or construction environments.
• Basic knowledge of building systems, hand tools, and power tools.
• Ability to learn HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds; stand, walk, climb ladders, bend, kneel, and work in various weather conditions; and work in mechanical rooms, rooftops, parking facilities, outdoor areas, and occupied tenant spaces.

Nice To Haves

• Technical school coursework, maintenance certification, or related education.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine inspection, maintenance, and repair of building systems and equipment.
• Complete assigned preventive maintenance tasks on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Respond to maintenance service requests professionally and promptly.
• Help maintain common areas, amenity spaces, office suites, retail spaces, and exterior grounds.
• Perform basic repairs, including drywall, painting, ceiling tile replacement, door hardware adjustments, and minor plumbing repairs.
• Monitor and report building equipment performance and operational issues.
• Assist with seasonal property maintenance, including snow removal coordination and exterior inspections.
• Support fire and life safety testing and inspections.
• Maintain clean mechanical rooms, maintenance shops, and storage areas.
• Use mobile technology and property management software to complete work orders and document repairs.
• Assist with vendor access, project support, and building improvement initiatives.
• Participate in emergency response procedures and on-call rotations as assigned.
• Provide customer service to tenants, guests, and business partners.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with opportunities for annual performance increases.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Disability insurance options.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Wellness initiatives, community service, and employee engagement events.

What This Job Offers

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