Semi-mobile Facility Tech

ABM Industries

San Diego, CA

On-site

Who this role is best for

Commercial building engineers with HVAC expertise and a clean driving record will find this semi-mobile role in North County San Diego suits their technical and logistical capabilities.

Best fit for

Candidates with hands-on HVAC and preventive maintenance experience in biotech environments are well-suited for this role.
— “Experience supporting biotech, laboratory, or life science environments is highly preferred.”
Individuals who are comfortable with travel and can manage multiple properties are a strong fit for this semi-mobile position.
— “Travel between assigned properties using a company-provided vehicle.”
Professionals with experience in CMMS systems and building automation will stand out as technically aligned.
— “Knowledge of building automation systems (BAS).”

Things to consider

This role requires a valid driver's license and a clean driving record for company vehicle access.
— “Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.”
Candidates must be prepared to pass a Motor Vehicle Report, background check, and drug screening.
— “Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), background check, and drug screening.”

How to stand out

Emphasize your ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex building system issues.
— “Troubleshoot and resolve building systems issues to ensure uninterrupted facility operations.”
Showcase your familiarity with CMMS systems and how you've used them in past roles.
— “Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders through CMMS systems.”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

Maintaining critical building systems
Ensuring compliance with safety policies
Supporting biotech/life science environments

Typical background

Strong commercial building engineering experience

Skills & requirements

Required

HVAC SystemsPlumbingElectrical MaintenancePreventive MaintenanceTroubleshootingBuilding SystemsCMMS SystemsSafety PoliciesBuilding CodesCustomer Service

Preferred

Biotech/life Science ExperienceBuilding Engineer CertificationCMMS PlatformsBuilding Automation Systems

Stack & domain

HVAC SystemsPlumbingElectrical MaintenanceGeneral Building OperationsPreventive MaintenanceTroubleshootingBuilding Systems Issues ResolutionEquipment InspectionsService RequestsEmergency MaintenanceMaintenance RecordsWork OrdersCMMS SystemsVendor CoordinationSafety ComplianceBuilding CodesCompany StandardsCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingAdaptabilityCustomer ServiceTime ManagementCommercial FacilitiesBiotechLaboratoryLife Science

About the role

Original posting from ABM Industries via Lever

We are seeking a skilled Mobile Building Engineer to support a portfolio of commercial and biotech/life science facilities throughout North County San Diego. This is a semi-mobile role responsible for the maintenance, repair, and preventive maintenance of critical building systems across multiple properties, primarily in the Carlsbad area with additional coverage in Sorrento Valley.
The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background with hands-on experience in HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical maintenance, and general building operations. Experience supporting biotech, laboratory, or life science environments is highly preferred.
Pay: $ 40.00 - $45.00 per hour
The pay listed is the salary range for this position. Any specific offer will vary based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 6am-2:30pm
Location: North County San Diego (Carlsbad & Sorrento Valley)
Company Vehicle Provided
Key Responsibilities
Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
Troubleshoot and resolve building systems issues to ensure uninterrupted facility operations.
Support life science, laboratory, and commercial office environments.
Conduct routine inspections of equipment and building infrastructure.
Respond to service requests and emergency maintenance situations.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders through CMMS systems.
Coordinate with vendors and contractors as needed.
Ensure compliance with safety policies, building codes, and company standards.
Travel between assigned properties using a company-provided vehicle.
Qualifications
Required
Strong commercial building engineering experience.
Hands-on knowledge of HVAC systems and preventive maintenance programs.
Experience with general plumbing and electrical troubleshooting.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), background check, and drug screening.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Preferred
Experience supporting biotech, pharmaceutical, laboratory, or life science facilities.
Building Engineer certification or related technical certifications.
Experience utilizing CMMS platforms.
Knowledge of building automation systems (BAS).

Source: ABM Industries careers (Lever)