Building Engineer

Who We Are

At Anchor Health Properties, we pursue better healthcare through real estate solutions.

Burlington, MA

We believe that when people feel valued, supported, and empowered, they thrive—and so does our business. At Anchor, it starts with the right foundation, and our culture is grounded in our core values:
Accountability, Innovation, Collaboration, Honesty, Ownership‑Mentality, and Relationship‑Driven.

• 100% employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• $2,000 HSA contribution and 401(k) with up to 4% match
• Generous time off: 15+ PTO days, 11 holidays, parental leave / short‑term disability, and mental health days
• Professional development support and career growth opportunities
• Workplace perks like summer hours, team summits, community service events, referral bonuses, and more

We are seeking a Building Engineer to join our growing team in Boston. This role ensures our healthcare real estate properties are safe, efficient, and well maintained, directly impacting the experience of tenants, visitors, and the communities we serve. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with building systems, inspections, and compliance with The Joint Commission standards and applicable codes. Healthcare‑related experience is preferred.

• Maintain compliance with inspection and testing requirements of The Joint Commission and applicable building codes.
• Operate, maintain, and repair HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, including boilers, compressors, pumps, valves, automation systems, and sanitary systems.
• Operate, maintain, and perform minor repairs on refrigerant systems, including compressors, condensers, evaporators, transfer pumps, and valves.
• Perform maintenance and repair on pumps handling brines or secondary refrigerating liquids and air compressors with their distribution systems.
• Maintain and repair water distribution systems including filters, softeners, piping, sinks, toilets, drains, and control devices.
• Maintain and repair motors and engines powering pumps, compressors, and fans.
• Operate fuel oil systems, including pumps, valves, lines, and controls.
• Operate, maintain, and repair building automation systems for HVAC, including consoles, sensors, and control devices.
• Diagnose, perform, or assign maintenance/repairs (major or minor) to vendors as approved by the Property Manager, ensuring timely completion.
• Manage preventative maintenance programs and required inspections (elevators, fire sprinklers, alarms, generators, etc.).
• Accurately document work performed in the Angus Anywhere work order system and follow up with tenants on open requests.
• Inspect common areas such as stairwells, roofs, basements, and vacant suites, reporting any needed services.
• Assist with tenant improvement projects and special projects as assigned by the Property Manager.
• Track utility usage, monitor energy efficiency, and recommend cost‑saving measures.
• Maintain inventory of tools, supplies, and equipment; order parts as needed using Anchor‑approved processes.
• Coordinate vendor and contractor work, including delivery and schedules.
• Provide emergency maintenance support, including after‑hours response when required.
• Promote positive tenant, co‑worker, and hospital staff relations with a friendly and professional attitude.
• Mentor other building and maintenance team members, sharing both technical and soft skills.
• Ensure all work follows safety standards set by Anchor, the Owner, OSHA, and state requirements.

• Must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and upkeep of the following:
  • Hand tools:
    Various wrenches, screwdrivers, grips, sledgehammer, hammer, snips, saws, etc.
  • Power tools:
    Grinder, sander, drill, saws, etc.
  • User‑Moved aids:
    Wheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets, hoists, jacks, ladders, etc.
  • Mechanical equipment:
    Motors, pumps, compressors, blowers, augers, etc.
  • Measuring devices:
    Voltmeters, ohmmeters, testing meters, pH tests, etc.
• General maintenance knowledge across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
• Expertise in at least two of the following: HVAC, electrical, or plumbing; certification in one area required.
• High school…