Building Engineer

Description

Location: R1VER Campus, Milwaukee, WI

About R1VER

R1VER is Milwaukee's premier waterfront campus located in the Harbor District. The property features office space, retail tenants, public riverwalks, landscaped outdoor spaces, and waterfront amenities along the Kinnickinnic River. 

Position Summary

Colliers and Inland Family of Companies is seeking a motivated and dependable Building Engineer to join our property operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in commercial property maintenance. Under the guidance of a Senior Building Engineer, the Building Engineer will assist with maintaining building systems, responding to service requests, completing preventative maintenance, and ensuring the property remains safe, clean, and well-maintained for tenants and guests.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, eager to learn, customer-service oriented, and takes pride in maintaining a first-class property.

Key Responsibilitie

• Assist with routine inspection, maintenance, and repair of building systems and equipment
• Complete assigned preventative maintenance tasks on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems
• Respond to maintenance service requests in a professional and timely manner
• Help maintain common areas, amenity spaces, office suites, retail spaces, and exterior grounds
• Perform basic repairs including drywall, painting, ceiling tile replacement, door hardware adjustments, and minor plumbing repairs
• Monitor and report building equipment performance and operational issues
• Assist with seasonal property maintenance, including snow removal coordination and exterior inspections
• Support fire and life safety testing and inspections
• Maintain clean mechanical rooms, maintenance shops, and storage areas
• Utilize mobile technology and property management software to complete work orders and document repairs
• Assist with vendor access, project support, and building improvement initiatives
• Participate in emergency response procedures and on-call rotations as assigned
• Deliver exceptional customer service to tenants, guests, and business partners

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical school coursework, maintenance certification, or related education preferred
• 0-2 years of maintenance experience in commercial, residential, hospitality, facilities, or construction environments
• Basic knowledge of building systems, hand tools, and power tools
• Ability to learn HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred
• Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, bend, kneel, and work in various weather conditions
• Comfortable working in mechanical rooms, rooftops, parking facilities, outdoor areas, and occupied tenant spaces

What You'll Learn

• Commercial office building operations
• Building automation systems
• HVAC troubleshooting and preventive maintenance
• Fire and life safety systems
• Vendor management and project coordination
• Sustainability and facility efficiency initiatives

Benefits

We believe in investing in our team members by offering a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive pay with opportunities for annual performance increases
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company-paid life insurance 
• Disability insurance options 
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Employee referral bonus program
• Wellness initiatives, community service and employee engagement events

Why Join Inland?

At Inland, our culture is built around three shared values:

• Warrior Spirit: We demonstrate determination, accountability, and a commitment to excellence in everything we do.
• Empathy: We lead with respect, trust, and a genuine commitment to serving others.
• Better Together: We believe collaboration drives better outcomes and stronger relationships.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, career development opportunities, and the chance to work at one of Milwaukee's most unique waterfront properties.

Inland is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization.