Engineer II Security Clearance

Company Overview

The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform-agnostic systems, we create high-performing, future-ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success.

Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agencies—making us a trusted leader in delivering technology-infused building solutions across the public sector. The Building People is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Using tools like the Predictive Index, we thoughtfully align individual strengths with team needs—ensuring the right fit, the right role, and long-term success.

Our culture is rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. Through our growing philanthropy program, we support communities by focusing on gratitude, giving back, partnerships, and mentorship.

• Real Estate & Workplace
• Facilities Management
• Facilities Operations & Maintenance
• Project Management & Engineering
• Workforce Transformation & Organizational Design
• Mission Support
• Smart Buildings & Energy Efficiency

Technology Solutions Join our rapidly growing team and help shape the future of real estate, facilities, and community impact.

Job Description:

The Building People, LLC has an open position for an HVAC Engineer I. The HVAC Engineer I is responsible for assisting the Engineer Tech 1 for the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and systems for the assigned property(s). Responsibilities include maintaining a clean and safe working environment, performing rounds, conducting routine assessments, and performing day‑to‑day preventive and corrective maintenance for assigned properties.

• Assist Engineer 1 and other staff as needed.
• Use hand tools, portable metalworking tools, electrical, welding equipment, mechanical components and equipment.
• Maintain operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, plumbing equipment and systems, including clean and safe work environment, performing rounds, conducting routine assessments, and day‑to‑day preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Inspect engine room equipment, fan room equipment, cooling towers, motors, house pumps, electrical rooms, backup generators, fire pumps, sump pumps, and ejector pumps.

• Level 1 & 2 EPA certification.
• Commercial HVAC/R Journeyman level training/certification at a college/trade school.
• Ability to perform duties of General Maintenance 1.
• Two years of experience (education/trade schools may substitute one year of experience).
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record with periodic checks (where applicable).
• English speaking and communicating skills.
• Basic computing skills (Outlook, Excel & Word).
• Federal government experience is a plus.
• Maximo experience.
• Background screening and clearance may be required directly from the Government.

Telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements. All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized; however, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of the reference/background check. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment.

In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by e‑mail and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay