Job Title: Operating Engineer

Job Description

Manage the daily operation of mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, controls), electrical (lighting, UPS, generators, switchgear), fire/life safety, temperature control, and digital systems (fire alarm, access control, duress).

Responsibilities

• Perform daily site inspections and provide technical assistance for advanced building operations and troubleshooting.

• Schedule and oversee preventive maintenance and repairs across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.

• Collaborate with Facility Management teams to maintain chillers, building automation systems, door and gate systems, and building envelope components.

• Supervise preventative maintenance programs with minimal disruption to building services and tenant operations.

• Order parts and equipment for repairs, maintenance, and new installations while maintaining accurate inventory records.

• Provide on-call support to address critical client needs and emergency situations.

• Lead vendor coordination and delegate maintenance tasks to appropriate service providers.

Essential Skills

• 6+ years of experience with commercial building operating systems and general building maintenance procedures.

• 2+ years of maintenance lead or management experience.

• Strong mechanical, electrical, and HVAC aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot building systems.

• Proficiency in operating hand and power tools, lifts, scaffolding, and ladders.

• Ability to read digital meters, voltage testers, blueprints, and schematics.

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office/Suite.

• Knowledge of building CMMS systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with building automation technologies.

• Experience with plumbing.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic work environment that values expertise in building operations and maintenance. Benefit from opportunities to work with advanced technologies and systems while collaborating with a skilled team. Enjoy a supportive and professional atmosphere that encourages growth and excellence.

Work Environment

The work environment involves managing and troubleshooting advanced building systems, requiring proficiency with hand and power tools, lifts, scaffolding, and ladders. The role may involve on-call responsibilities to address critical client needs and emergency situations. The dress code is professional, aligning with the industry's safety and operational standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $38.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.