Assistant Building Engineer Sabey Corporation
Seattle, WA - USA
Job Summary
Another Sources client Sabey Corporation is recruiting an Assistant Building Engineer to join their team in Seattle WA. This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career building professional looking to develop hands-on technical expertise learn from experienced engineers and build a long-term career with a stable privately held organization. At Sabey youll gain exposure to a variety of commercial building systems while contributing to properties that businesses and tenants rely on every day.
Who is Sabey Corporation
Sabey Corporation is a privately held powerhouse in real estate development construction and data center operations renowned for its visionary approach long-term stability and culture of innovation. From high-performance data centers to state-of-the-art commercial properties Sabey builds the infrastructure that fuels technological advancements life-saving healthcare solutions and cutting-edge research across North America. Headquartered in Tukwila WA (20 minutes outside of Seattle); Quincy/Wenatchee WA Ashburn VA Austin Texas and New York City NY Sabey is more than just a developerits teams drive industry transformation tackling complex challenges with forward-thinking solutions. At Sabey collaboration and ingenuity arent just encouragedthey are the foundation for excellence.
About This Role
As an Assistant Building Engineer youll play an important role in keeping Sabeys commercial properties operating safely efficiently and reliably. Working alongside the Chief Building Engineer and experienced engineering professionals youll support preventive maintenance building inspections troubleshooting repairs and daily property operations.
This position offers an opportunity to build a strong foundation in commercial building engineering. Youll gain practical experience with HVAC electrical plumbing building automation and life-safety systems while developing the technical skills and judgment needed to take on greater responsibility over time.
Sabey values curiosity initiative and a willingness to learn. If youre mechanically inclined enjoy solving problems and want to grow your career in an environment where experienced professionals are invested in your development this could be a great next step.
Your Contribution Will Likely Include
- Performing preventive maintenance routine inspections and basic repairs to keep commercial properties operating at their best.
- Assisting with troubleshooting and maintenance of HVAC plumbing electrical building controls fire/life-safety and security systems under the guidance of experienced engineers.
- Responding to tenant service requests and helping resolve building maintenance concerns with professionalism and care.
- Inspecting building equipment common areas tenant spaces rooftops parking areas and exterior conditions to identify maintenance needs.
- Supporting building automation and energy-management activities including system monitoring equipment checks and operational testing.
- Coordinating with outside vendors and contractors to facilitate building access communicate site conditions and support successful completion of maintenance work.
- Maintaining accurate maintenance logs inspection records equipment documentation and work orders using Yardi and other property management systems.
- Assisting with fire/life-safety programs emergency procedures tenant drills and building readiness activities.
- Supporting tenant move-ins and move-outs seasonal maintenance needs and daily property operations.
- Collaborating with engineering and property management teams to communicate building conditions prioritize maintenance needs and resolve issues.
- Participating in assigned after-hours on-call coverage and emergency response activities.
- Continuously expanding your technical knowledge through hands-on experience mentorship and professional development opportunities.
Experience You Will Bring
- High school diploma or GED ; trade school apprenticeship experience or relevant technical training preferred.
- One or more years of experience in commercial building maintenance facilities operations skilled trades or a related technical environment preferred. Relevant technical education may substitute for some experience.
- Foundational understanding of building maintenance mechanical systems HVAC plumbing electrical systems or building controls.
- Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills including the ability to recognize safety concerns and know when to seek additional guidance.
- Interest in learning how commercial building systems operate and developing broader technical expertise.
- Strong customer service and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with tenants colleagues vendors and contractors.
- Ability to follow technical instructions and develop proficiency reading equipment manuals floor plans diagrams and schematics.
- Strong organizational skills attention to detail and the ability to manage assigned tasks and maintain accurate records.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn Yardi work-order platforms building automation systems and emerging technologies including AI tools.
- Valid Washington State drivers license clean driving record and auto insurance.
- Willingness to pursue relevant technical certifications as your career develops.
- Ability to perform hands-on building maintenance activities including climbing ladders and stairs accessing equipment areas and rooftops using tools lifting or maneuvering up to 50 pounds and working in varying indoor and outdoor conditions.
- Ability to travel between assigned properties and participate in after-hours on-call coverage as needed.
Most importantly youll bring a positive attitude strong initiative reliability and a genuine desire to learn. Sabey is looking for someone who wants to grow into a skilled building engineering professional not someone who already knows everything.
Sabeys Investment in You
Sabey is committed to building an enduring next-generation company that values and invests in the success of its team members. Through SabeyLife a holistic well-being initiative Sabey provides the resources benefits and support to help employees thrive both professionally and personally. includes:
Comprehensive Benefits: Sabey covers 100% of employee-only premiums for base medical and PPO dental plans and contributes up to $2000 annually to a Health Savings Account (HSA).
Time to Recharge: Up to 5 weeks of PTO based on tenure plus 10 paid holidays and the ability to carry over unused PTO.
Financial Wellness: Competitive matched 401(k) retirement plan.
Growth & Development: Access to structured professional and personal development programs including Thought Patterns for High Performance Everything DiSC and Built to Last.
Sabey offers long-term career growth internal mobility and a culture where people who are humble hungry and smart are supported and promoted from within something few competitors can match.
Compensation & Additional Information
The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $65000 - $97000.
Learn more about Sabey and their organization here: Corporation and its subsidiaries including Sabey Data Centers and Sabey Construction are equal opportunity employers and drug-free workplaces. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screening.
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