Critical Facility Engineer - Olathe, KS
About The Position
BGIS is seeking a Critical Facility Engineer in Olathe, Kansas. The role maintains mechanical, electrical, and control systems in a critical-environment facility, delivering timely, high-quality client service and supporting sustainable data center systems maintenance. The engineer demonstrates BGIS values in daily communication with clients and team members. The position involves completing maintenance and service requests, responding to emergency calls, inspecting facilities and equipment, troubleshooting systems, and coordinating repairs and outsourced work. The engineer works independently and collaboratively, follows safety procedures, documents work accurately, and escalates issues to the Critical Environment Facility Manager as needed. Regional travel and responses to off-hour emergency calls are required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of experience in a similar working environment; HVAC or electrical knowledge is helpful.
- One year of experience in a specific critical-environments position.
- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and life-safety systems and equipment typically used in critical environments.
- Ability to troubleshoot controls, electrical systems, and mechanical systems.
- Ability and willingness to travel regionally.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation for on-site responses and job visits away from the office.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and contribute positively to teamwork.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, documentation, and client-service skills.
- Knowledge of critical-facility procedures and their use and development.
- Ability to prioritize and complete work in a timely manner.
- Ability to maintain focus, communicate clearly and concisely, respond quickly, follow established processes, and complete tasks within targeted time frames.
- Physical ability to walk jobsites in uneven terrain.
- Willingness and ability to respond to off-hour emergency calls.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with PLC controls and industrial automation systems.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- SharePoint and Power BI experience.
- Working-at-heights training or certification.
- HVAC or electrical knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Maintain mechanical, electrical, and control systems in a critical-environment facility.
- Maintain data center systems through routine and corrective maintenance while avoiding business disruption.
- Complete client service requests and work orders accurately and promptly, and respond to emergency calls.
- Maintain positive, professional working relationships with internal and external clients.
- Perform maintenance in accordance with BGIS Safety Policy and Procedures.
- Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions.
- Troubleshoot systems, evaluate their condition, and recommend upgrades.
- Order parts and supplies for maintenance and repairs.
- Request proposals for outsourced work and monitor vendors and contractors to ensure their work meets BGIS and client standards.
- Escalate issues to the Critical Environment Facility Manager as needed.
- Contribute to other assigned initiatives.
- Travel regionally and provide personal transportation for meetings and job visits away from the office; expenses are reimbursed.
Benefits
- Reimbursement for personal transportation used for meetings and job visits away from the office.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
