Facilities Engineer

Quest Diagnostics•Miramar, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Engineer is responsible for operating, maintaining, and optimizing building systems within a commercial life science facility. The role ensures reliable performance of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and control systems supporting critical laboratory operations. The Facilities Engineer performs preventive and corrective maintenance, responds to facility issues, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to maintain compliance, safety, and efficiency across building systems. The position is based in Miramar, Florida, and is scheduled Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM. The stated pay range begins at $31.37 per hour. Employees may be eligible for shift differentials of 10% for some or all second-shift hours and 15% for some or all third-shift hours; further details are provided if an offer is extended. Compensation is based on factors including skills, training, experience, education, certifications, market conditions, and organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation. A high school diploma or GED and at least 3–5 years of relevant experience are required. An associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, facilities management, building systems, or a related technical field is preferred. Required credentials and training include EPA Section 608 Certification (Type I, II, or Universal) for refrigerant handling, OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Training, NFPA 70E Training, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Training, and Opacity Certification. Continuing education is required to maintain compliance with codes and safety requirements and to keep up with evolving technology.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in facilities engineering, building systems, or a related technical field.
Demonstrated experience with HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial or industrial environment.
Working knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS) for monitoring and controls.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across multiple building systems.
Understanding of GMP standards and compliance in life science or regulated facilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a 24/7 operational environment.
Strong communication and documentation skills, including CMMS, SOPs, and reporting.
Continuing education to maintain compliance with codes and safety requirements and to keep up with evolving technology.
EPA Section 608 Certification (Type I, II, or Universal) is required for anyone handling refrigerants.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Training.
NFPA 70E Training for working around energized equipment.
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Training for safe maintenance and repair work.
Opacity Certification.
The posting lists a high school diploma or equivalent as required.

Nice To Haves

Technical training or an apprenticeship in mechanical, electrical, or HVAC systems.
Professional certifications such as Universal EPA 608, OSHA 10/30, NFPA 70E, or BAS vendor certifications.
Stationary Engineer or Boiler License, depending on jurisdiction.
Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or other sustainability or energy-management certification.
Vendor-specific Building Automation System training or certification, such as Johnson Controls, Siemens, or Honeywell.
Advanced HVAC/R technical coursework beyond apprenticeship, such as NATE or equivalent.
Water Treatment Certification if supporting boilers, chillers, or DI water systems.
Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen Training for process improvement in GMP environments.
GMP Compliance Training.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, facilities management, building systems, or a related technical field.

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot building systems, including HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, steam, compressed air, and building automation systems (BAS).
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to support uptime of critical infrastructure.
Support clean rooms, laboratories, walk-in freezers, and controlled environments requiring precise temperature and humidity control.
Conduct inspections, monitoring, and testing of facility systems to ensure compliance with codes, GMP, FDA, and safety regulations.
Respond to service requests, alarms, and emergency situations, providing rapid problem resolution.
Partner with Facilities, Engineering, Lab Operations, and vendors to complete projects and system upgrades.
Document maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs in CMMS systems.
Contribute to energy efficiency, sustainability efforts, and cost reduction initiatives.
Support capital improvement projects, renovations, and new equipment installations.
Follow safety standards, including lockout/tagout, PPE, and NFPA 70E procedures.

Benefits

Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
Well-being programs.
Annual no-cost health assessment program.
Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program.
Vacation and Health/Flex Time.
Six holidays plus one “MyDay” off.
FinFit financial coaching and services.
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service.
Employee stock purchase plan.
Life and disability insurance, with buy-up option.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Annual incentive plans.
Matching gifts program.
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
Career advancement opportunities.
Potential annual performance bonus compensation.