Talascend is currently seeking a Lead Facility Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Overview
The Lead Facility Engineer is responsible for maintaining and optimizing building systems and equipment across commercial office locations, combining technical expertise with supervisory duties to ensure efficient operations and safety compliance.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and oversee contractors, ensuring timely and effective completion of maintenance and service requests with minimal disruption to building operations
- Support installation, repair, and maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and facilities systems
- Create, execute, and manage work orders and preventative maintenance programs to keep equipment running at peak performance
- Troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to restore systems
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures, job hazard assessments, and hazardous materials handling
- Train and mentor team members and contractors in proper use of tools, safety, troubleshooting, and maintenance procedures
- Maintain inventory of tools and supplies through purchase requests and periodic checks
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 1 year of trade schooling in electrical, HVAC, or refrigeration systems or equivalent hands-on experience
- 5+ years of experience in facilities or maintenance, with demonstrated expertise in commercial, residential, or industrial building systems
- Hands-on skills in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire life safety, and building structures
- Ability to analyze system operations, troubleshoot malfunctions, and implement corrective actions
- Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to navigate web-based applications
- Physical ability to lift 50 pounds and work in diverse positions such as bending, kneeling, squatting, standing, and reaching
- Strong safety awareness
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with customer service orientation
- Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and building management systems (BMS)
- Previous lead engineering experience in commercial office buildings
- Knowledge of applicable building codes and regulations
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We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
Military connected talent encouraged to apply.