Maintenance Technician- Building Engineer

Company Overview

Gardner Group is a full-service commercial real estate development and management company with over 30 million square feet of real estate development across Utah, Idaho, and Nevada and over 50 employees.

We are founded on the principles of providing value to our clients, enhancing the lives of our people, promoting sustainability, and providing solutions that benefit communities.

Whether creating new corporate headquarters, or transforming hundreds of acres of contaminated land, Gardner has the experience to turn vision into reality.

Position Overview

The Maintenance Technician is a multi-functional role responsible for maintaining building systems and infrastructure to ensure optimal operation. This position requires a highly skilled individual capable of performing inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance across multiple disciplines, including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and general building upkeep. A large part of the role is interacting with tenants and providing exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and repairs on facility systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, material handling, and structural components such as walls, flooring, roofing, lighting, and installed fixtures.
• Execute equipment inspection and monitoring programs, implementing best maintenance practices to improve mechanical system uptime.
• Monitor contractors, inspect work and generate deficiency lists.
• Evaluate and enhance current maintenance, operational, and reliability methods to maximize system performance.
• Assist with installation, modification, and repair of building equipment and systems.
• Respond immediately to emergency situations and customer service requests as assigned.
• Troubleshoot, evaluate, and recommend improvements for maintenance operations and cost-saving opportunities.
• Utilize technology, including smartphones, tablets, computers, web-based applications, and building automation systems (BMS).
• Comply with Gardner Group’s uniform and professional appearance standards while maintaining a clean and professional presence on-site.
• Support and train other maintenance team members as needed to develop skills and enhance team capabilities.
• Review and coordinate work assignments; plan work to be performed and obtain necessary tools, equipment and materials. Complete assignments and paperwork in a timely manner.
• Project a positive appearance and attitude at all times. Demonstrate exemplary tenant relations, team spirit and respect for others.

Essential Functions & Systems Maintained

• Electrical Systems: Power distribution, critical power systems (UPS, generators), lighting, and safety components.
• HVAC Systems: Refrigeration, cooling towers, air conditioning, boilers, heating systems, pumps, valves, piping, and filters.
• Building Safety & Compliance: Identifying and addressing safety hazards, ensuring compliance with regulatory laws, and maintaining accurate facility documentation.
• Preventive Maintenance: Conducting routine inspections, documenting compliance reports, and implementing proactive maintenance procedures.
• Facility Oversight: Monitoring vendor and contractor activities within the building, ensuring compliance with building standards, and maintaining accurate inventory of tools and supplies.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with project management and vendor coordination for critical facility upgrades.
• Ensure Critical Facility Work Authorization (CFWA) procedures are understood and followed by all engineers, tenants, and contractors working on the facility’s infrastructure.
• Maintain up-to-date building schematics, system documentation, and compliance records.
• Demonstrate proper tool usage and safety procedures, mentoring junior team members on best practices.
• Strong technical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently.
• Responsible for keeping equipment rooms and common areas clean, organized and safe.
• Travel within the Idaho portfolio as required to support facility needs.
• Be available for various on-call shifts and to occasionally work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays to ensure adequate building coverage and perform necessary repairs. Respond to after-hours emergencies such as fire, flooding, severe weather (including snow and ice removal), power outages, and other related situations including clean-up activities, if other contracted personnel are not available.

Minimum Requirements

• 7 years of experience in industrial electrical, HVAC, or facility maintenance.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Flexibility to work various shifts and alternative schedules as needed.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with facility power distribution, UPS, and generators.
• Experience with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, VAV’s and customer relations.
• Experience with automated systems, material handling equipment, pneumatic systems, electric motors, and VFDs.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and building management systems (BMS).
• Proven ability to work independently, mentor others, and interface with clients.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Extensive walking, standing for prolonged periods, and working at elevated heights.
• Frequent bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, twisting, and lifting up to 49 pounds.
• Working in varied environments, including hot/cold temperatures, noise, vibration, dust, and confined spaces.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: Medical and Dental benefits are available, as well as a 401K with a company match.

Gardner Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you're a skilled technician looking to grow with an industry leader, we encourage you to apply!