Operating Engineer

MalaceHR is seeking an experienced Operating Engineer to support the maintenance and operation of a commercial facility. This role is responsible for operating, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining building systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient facility operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong HVAC background, be EPA certified, and possess broad mechanical knowledge across multiple building trades.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on professional who enjoys working independently while supporting a high-performing facilities maintenance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial building mechanical systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, fire/life safety, structural, and control systems.
• Inspect, clean, calibrate, and repair HVAC equipment to maintain peak operating performance.
• Monitor equipment performance by recording operational readings and making necessary adjustments.
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement effective repairs to minimize downtime.
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks according to established schedules.
• Assist with plumbing and electrical repairs as needed.
• Monitor and inspect work performed by outside contractors to ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain maintenance records, work orders, and equipment documentation.
• Maintain inventory of tools and assist with parts and material management.
• Follow all OSHA, company, and client safety procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Identify potential safety hazards and recommend corrective actions.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5–10 years of commercial or industrial building maintenance experience.
• EPA Section 608 Certification (Universal preferred; required certification must be current).
• Strong experience servicing commercial HVAC systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and building systems.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and respond effectively during on-call assignments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical maintenance activities including climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, and working in mechanical spaces.

Preferred

• Forklift Certification.
• Commercial plumbing experience.
• Commercial electrical maintenance experience.
• Trade school education in HVAC, electrical, or mechanical systems.
• Experience working with building automation systems (BAS).