Commercial Building Engineer - Tampa, FL

Parkway Services LLC•Tampa, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Parkway is seeking an experienced Commercial Building Engineer for 501 E. Kennedy Boulevard in Tampa, Florida. The engineer applies trade skills to perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on building systems, supporting safe, efficient, and proper property operations. The role completes tasks as directed by the Chief Engineer or Senior Property Manager, works with some supervision, assists with team projects, and takes responsibility for actions and results. The position supports mechanical systems—including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical—to sustain building performance and tenant satisfaction. Duties include routine inspections, preventive maintenance, prompt response to malfunctions and repairs, support for energy management programs, adherence to safety requirements and applicable codes, communication with tenants, and coordination with maintenance staff. The engineer responds to operational issues, including temperature-related HVAC concerns under lease agreements and other building maintenance issues. The role also covers electrical, HVAC, life-safety, and miscellaneous building systems; arranging subcontractors when needed; maintaining supplies and tools; ordering materials; and keeping job knowledge current. The employee provides general support for Parkway’s mission and performs other duties as necessary. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience in building operations or maintenance.
Ability to understand building and tenant architectural drawings.
Knowledge of equipment types and ages.
Client service-oriented attitude.
Working knowledge of the safe and proper use of ladders, lifts, basic hand tools, multimeters, amp probes, anemometers, pressure gauges, drain augers, plungers, safety goggles, ear protection, and fire extinguishers.
Basic knowledge of heavy equipment such as chillers, generators, switchgears, pumps, and air-handling units.
Effective interpersonal and customer service skills for working with customers, coworkers, and outside vendors.
Effective time-management and organizational skills, a sense of urgency, and ability to meet deadlines.
Growing proficiency with computer technology beyond a basic level, including email systems, mobile smartphones, memos, and spreadsheets.
Professional written and verbal communication skills; ability to read, write, and speak English to interact with coworkers and tenants, receive direction, and complete tasks and work orders.
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents; define problems, collect information, establish facts, and draw conclusions appropriate to the position.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic with common units of measure and apply it to practical situations.
Availability for after-hours and weekend assignments or emergency calls.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment, and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing ladders, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
Required vision abilities include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Universal CFC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain the efficient operation of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other building systems.
Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance, and promptly address malfunctions and repair needs.
Respond to facility operational issues, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and equipment problems.
Support energy management programs and comply with applicable codes, regulations, governmental directives, Company policies, and work-safety protocols.
Fulfill work orders and demonstrate an understanding of shift operations.
Arrange for subcontractors when required.
Troubleshoot electrical systems and replace components such as outlets, switches, lighting ballasts, circuit breakers, motor control starters, and motors; assist with electrical preventive maintenance.
Assist with preventive maintenance on building mechanical equipment, respond to HVAC service calls, perform basic chiller inspections, record findings, and replace mechanical components as needed.
Understand and work with building automation systems, pneumatic or DDC controllers, and actuators.
Identify and respond to fire alarms and trouble calls; enable or disable points; inspect emergency generators and fire pumps, record results, and recommend outside service when appropriate.
Repair or replace door closers, hardware, and operators, and adjust or repair security systems.
Maintain adequate supplies and tools and order materials needed to complete tasks.
Communicate and coordinate with tenants, coworkers, maintenance staff, and outside vendors to address facility issues.
Update job knowledge through educational opportunities, professional publications, networking, and potentially participation in professional organizations.
Perform other duties as necessary and provide general support for the Parkway mission.