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Utility Engineer

ABM Industries.com

70k - 70k USD/year

Office

Oakland, CA, United States

Full Time

Job Summary Details: The Utility Engineer provides assistance with various maintenance projects including operating, maintaining, and inspecting facility equipment in accordance with written, posted and industry standards. Performs regular inspections and reports findings with recommendations to management.   Pay: $35.35/hr The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position.   A specific offer will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data. 
  Benefit Information: This is a Union position; benefits will follow the Local 39 Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  Basic Qualifications:
  • 1-3 plus years of engineering experience  
  • Engineering skill sets which can be applied to a range of systems, maintenance programs and engines  
  • For service engineering positions, these same technical skills are applied towards operational issues versus project specific work  
  • Ability to analyze complex technical issues, detailed level of project management for regulatory compliance modifications Excellent verbal and technical writing skills needed  
  • Outstanding customer service skills 

  Responsibilities:
  • Repair and maintenance of restroom and breakroom plumbing fixtures. 
  • Clearing drains by means of plunger and hand-held auger. 
  • General labor, such as carrying, stacking, organizing materials used in and around the job site. 
  • Debris and trash removal are not part of janitorial contract or scope of work. 
  • Repairs and cleaning of HVAC registers, radiators return grills. 
  • Minor repairs of furniture. 
  • Maintaining and/or replacing door hardware. 
  • Repair or replacement of Herculite doors and hardware must be performed by competent vendor or third party. 
  • Repair / replacement of venetian blinds. 
  • Maintenance painting in mechanical and electrical rooms. 
  • Touch up painting in building common areas. 
  • Touch up painting in tenant spaces when authorized by property management. 
  • General cleaning in mechanical spaces. 
  • General cleaning of exterior entry spaces using vacuum, mop, broom, steam cleaner / high pressure sprayer, and other types of cleaning devices or equipment. 
  • Cleaning and painting of non-operating mechanical equipment which has been shut down, locked out and tagged by a Journeyman Engineer in accordance with ABM Lockout / Tagout Program. 
  • Miscellaneous handyman work requiring the limited use of hand tools. 
  • Cleaning roof drains, air vents, registers and radiators. 
  • Replacing lamps and cleaning light fixtures. 
  • Note: Maintenance attendant must receive required training and be listed as an Authorized Employee per ABM’s written electrical Safety Program. 
  • Maintenance attendant must be audited for this specific task by a qualified individual, when initially assigned and annually after that. 
  • Replacing ceiling tiles. 
  • Floor tile replacement. 
  • Replacing air filters. 
  • Note: If air filter replacement requires de-energizing of the equipment or system, it 
  • must be shut down, locked out and tagged by a qualified person and in accordance with ABM Lockout / Tagout Program and policies. 
  • Cleaning of engineering shop areas. 
  • Replacing fire extinguishers. 
  • Hanging framed objects not requiring the use of power tools other than cordless drill/drivers. 

  ABM is a military and veteran friendly employer, veterans and candidates with military experience encouraged to apply. Military Occupational Specialty Code: 91B, 91X, 91L, 94H, MM, EM, MK, 1341, 1169, 2A6X1, 3E0X1 ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.   ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.

ABM is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888-328-8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

ABM participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. E-Verify is an internet-based system used to electronically confirm employment eligibility.

ABM is a military-friendly company proudly employing thousands of men and women who have served in the U.S. military. With ABM, you’ll have access to a world-class training program and ample opportunities to use the skills you developed while serving our country.  Whether you’re looking for a frontline or professional position, you can find post-military career opportunities across ABM.

ABM directs all applicants to apply at www.abm.com/careers.  ABM does not accept unsolicited resumes.   For more information, visit www.ABM.com

Utility Engineer

Office

Oakland, CA, United States

Full Time

70k - 70k USD/year

September 22, 2025

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