Facilities Maintenance Engineer

Company Description

A LITTLE ABOUT US:

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services; we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, inclusion, and person-centered care. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those with mental health, behavioral, or complex medical needs. 

Our mission is simple but powerful: respecting and responding to the choices of people in need of supports. This mission guides everything we do; from creating individualized service plans to building strong partnerships with families, teams, and communities. 

As a Dungarvin employee, you’ll be at the heart of that mission. You’ll help people live meaningful lives on their own terms; supporting their goals, honoring their choices, and empowering their independence. 

With services in 17 states, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference; one person, one voice, one choice at a time. 

Join our nationwide family and let us help you achieve your unique goals and dreams. 

WE OFFER:

• Compensation: $37.50 hourly Fixed rate.
• Work Environment:  On-site in Mendota Heights with travel expectations (50% to 75% of the time in the TC metro). 
• Team Culture: Join a collaborative, detail-oriented team that values organization, accountability, responsiveness, and partnership.
• Work Schedule: Full-time - 7am to 4pm, with some flexibility. (occasional after-hours/weekends for emergencies, but rare).
• Retirement Plan: 401K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service.  
• Time Away: PTO that increases with tenure, PTO donation options. 
• Insurance & Health: Medical, dental, and vision coverage (including dental for domestic partners), pet insurance, supplemental insurance options, and flexible spending and health savings accounts (FSA and HSA). Plus, 100% company-paid long-term disability and life insurance.
• Employee Perks: National Brand Discounts, Employee Referral Program, Employee Assistance Program and access to Tapcheck (get 50% of your pay before payday).  
• Job Mobility: Opportunities within Dungarvin.
• Mileage Reimbursement: $0.50 per mile.  

Job Description

This Facilities Maintenance Engineer is a hands-on role that oversees the maintenance of two 100,000+ SF commercial office buildings running smoothly while overseeing landlord-responsibility maintenance and repairs for a portfolio of single-family rental homes that support individuals with intellectual disabilities. Employed by Dungarvin but working on behalf of related landlords (including Robert Lindahl Realty, Inc.), you’ll serve as the primary on-site technical expert, systems operator, and maintenance contact.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Owning and operating commercial building systems: Monitor and maintain HVAC (cooling towers, boilers, heat pumps, VAVs, RTUs, MAUs, AHUs), Building Automation Systems (BAS), security platforms, electronic access control, and cameras.
• Performing hands-on repairs: Thermostat calibration, filter/belt changes, minor plumbing/electrical, light carpentry (drywall, painting, hardware), ceiling tiles, and general upkeep.
• Managing vendors and inspections: Act as primary contact for HVAC, elevators, life-safety, janitorial, pest control, lawn/snow, trash, etc.; ensure code compliance, verify work quality, and approve invoices.
• Conducting regular walkthroughs: Keep commercial common areas, mechanical rooms, exteriors, and perimeters clean, secure, and functional.
• Handling residential portfolio: Prioritize and resolve landlord-responsible repairs (minor plumbing/electrical, painting, drywall, landscaping) with sensitivity to resident needs and safety; coordinate contractors for capital items like roofing, siding, or windows.
• Managing work orders and improvements: Efficiently handle service requests, flag larger needs, strategize efficiencies, and support preventive maintenance.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: MUST HAVE:

• Experience: 3+ years of facility maintenance experience, ideally with both commercial systems and residential/general repairs (or strong background in a related trade).
• Technical Skills: Commercial Proficiency or experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS), cloud-based security/access control platforms, and related tech.