Building Engineer

Commercial Maintenance Technician – Contract to Hire

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Pay: Up to $30.00/hour

Type: Contract to hire

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Maintenance Technician for a contract-to-hire opportunity supporting multiple commercial properties in the Fort Worth area. This role is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and troubleshooting building systems to ensure all facilities remain safe, operational, and well-maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain all building systems; troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Complete all work orders promptly and document actions taken.
• Perform daily property walks to ensure proper function of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, life safety, and security systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment, including RTUs.
• Perform periodic roof inspections and keep all roof drains clean and clear.
• Inspect restrooms weekly to ensure proper operation of toilets, faucets, soap dispensers, etc.
• Oversee scheduled vendor work and communicate issues to the Property Manager.
• Replace damaged or stained ceiling tiles as needed.
• Replace common area lighting and report any recurring issues.
• Communicate daily with the Property Manager regarding updates, findings, and concerns.
• Complete inspection lists assigned by the Property Manager.
• Check all building doors for proper operation.
• Inspect exterior lighting weekly, report outages to vendors and management.
• Monitor irrigation systems for leaks, damaged heads, and scheduling, coordinate repairs.
• Check elevators daily; test elevator phones monthly to ensure proper function.
• Keep all vacant suites clean, organized, and show ready.
• Provide submeter readings each month as requested.

Basic Hiring Criteria

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• EPA Universal certification preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in high rise building maintenance.
• 3–5 years of HVAC experience with RTUs from 5–50 tons; EMS system experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of A/C units, circuits, mechanical systems, VAV boxes, thermostats, heaters, and safety procedures.
• Experience with pneumatic systems and calibrating thermostats.
• Ability to perform routine and preventive HVAC maintenance.
• Light electrical experience, including bulb and ballast replacement.
• Plumbing experience: unclog sinks/toilets, reinstall toilets, repair/replace flush valves and faucets.

BGSF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment to all qualified people, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.