Building Engineer

Union Bank & Trust Career•Lincoln, NE

About The Position

The Facilities Building Engineer inspects building systems, including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing, to ensure equipment operates within design capabilities and maintains specified environmental conditions. The role oversees and reviews work performed by outside contractors and Facilities Engineer Assistants, including contracted landscaping, snow removal, remodeling, HVAC, plumbing, cleaning, and other trades. The engineer performs repairs and preventive maintenance, maintains building systems and records, supports energy efficiency, and responds to emergencies. A physical exam may be required upon job offer.

Requirements

At least 5 years of facilities experience and/or trade school training preferred.
Valid Nebraska driver’s license and good driving record.
Knowledge of financial terms and principles, and understanding of operating budgets.
Additional certification in three or more of the following areas: electrical, mechanical, HVAC and refrigeration systems, process controls, painting, plumbing, or carpentry.
Certifications or licenses required by applicable local or state jurisdictions.
Ability to perform heavy work, including occasionally lifting or carrying up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work occasionally outside the regular schedule for snow removal or special projects.
Accurate, analytical, and detail-oriented.
Effective communication skills.
Mechanical aptitude.
Organized, independent, and able to exercise good judgment.
Time-efficient, with the ability to provide excellent customer service.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree with a focus in a technical area.
At least 5 years of facilities experience and/or trade school training.
CAD experience.
Universal CFC certification.

Responsibilities

Perform work across multiple trades, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry.
Perform assigned repairs, emergency maintenance, and preventive maintenance.
Complete required maintenance and repair records for fire detection and suppression, life safety, lighting, temperature control, building management, and digital systems.
Inspect building systems at multiple locations to ensure equipment operates within design capabilities and achieves environmental standards.
Oversee and use the Building Management System (BMS) for troubleshooting and maintaining building efficiency.
Review assigned work orders and estimate the time and materials needed for repairs.
Order materials and supplies needed to complete tasks.
Maintain an energy management program and operate systems efficiently to minimize operating costs.
Maintain building lighting systems, including repairing or replacing elements and ballasts.
Maintain the professional appearance of the property, equipment, engineering spaces, and common areas.
Oversee and inspect work performed by outside contractors and Facilities Engineer Assistants.
Perform carpentry, furniture assembly, and locksmith tasks as needed.
Respond promptly to emergency situations and summon additional assistance as needed.
Be available to complete required work.
Comply with applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency requirements, company directives, and work-safety requirements.
Maintain fleet vehicles.
Follow bank policies, applicable laws and regulations, internal processes, and controls; complete compliance training and report compliance issues or violations as directed by bank policies.
Perform other job-related duties or special projects as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.