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ABM Industries

Maintenance Attendant

Anaheim, CA

$25.19/hr

The Building Engineer supports the designated leadership with the daily operations of all building ... This is a union position and will include benefits as outlines in the collective bargaining ...

ABM Industries

Maintenance Attendant

Anaheim, CA

$25.19/hr

The Building Engineer supports the designated leadership with the daily operations of all building ... This is a union position and will include benefits as outlines in the collective bargaining ...

ABM Industries

Maintenance Attendant

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$25.19/hr

The Building Engineer supports the designated leadership with the daily operations of all building ... This is a union position and will include benefits as outlines in the collective bargaining ...

CBRE

Union Engineer

Marina Del Rey, CA · On-site

As a CBRE Union Engineer, you will be a part of a team responsible for a site's equipment ... Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space ...

Hines

Operations Engineer - Union

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$72.93/hr

Responsibilities As an Operations Engineer - Union with Hines, you will operate and maintain all building equipment and systems. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Perform ...

Twining

Non-Union ICC Building Inspector (B2)

Concord, CA · On-site

$40 - $60/hr

Non-Union ICC Building Inspector (B2) Twining Consulting, Inc., an innovative engineering, testing, and inspection company, is seeking an experienced (B2) Non-Union ICC Building Inspector to support ...

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How much do union building engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for union building engineer in California is $31.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.14 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a union building engineer?

Union Building Engineers are skilled professionals responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems, such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, and electrical systems, in commercial or residential properties. They are members of a labor union, which often provides them with benefits like collective bargaining, job security, and specialized training. Their daily tasks include troubleshooting equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring that facilities operate efficiently and safely. Union Building Engineers play a critical role in maintaining the comfort and functionality of buildings, often working closely with property managers and other maintenance staff.

What is the difference between Union Building Engineer vs Maintenance Technician?

AspectUnion Building EngineerMaintenance Technician
CertificationsRelevant HVAC, electrical, or plumbing licenses; often union-certifiedBasic HVAC, electrical, or plumbing certifications; may be non-union
Work EnvironmentLarge commercial or institutional buildings, unionized settingsVariety of settings including residential, commercial, or industrial
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in unionized facilities like hospitals, schools, government buildingsWidely used across industries, often non-union

The Union Building Engineer typically has union certifications and works in large, unionized facilities maintaining complex building systems. Maintenance Technicians often have similar certifications but work in a broader range of environments, including non-union settings. The key difference lies in union affiliation and the scope of responsibilities within large institutional buildings.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a union building engineer?

To thrive as a Union Building Engineer, you need a strong background in building systems maintenance, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing, often backed by a technical diploma and union apprenticeship or journeyman status. Familiarity with building automation systems, preventative maintenance software, and relevant safety certifications such as OSHA are typically required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, reliability, and effective communication set standout candidates apart in this role. These skills ensure safe, efficient building operations and rapid response to maintenance issues, which are critical for occupant comfort and regulatory compliance.

What challenges do union building engineers face when managing older facilities?

Union Building Engineers working in older facilities often encounter challenges such as outdated mechanical systems, limited access to replacement parts, and the need to comply with current safety and energy regulations. Troubleshooting legacy HVAC, electrical, or plumbing systems requires both technical expertise and creative problem-solving. Collaboration with vendors, contractors, and the facilities management team is essential to prioritize upgrades while minimizing downtime for tenants or building occupants.
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Infographic showing various Union Building Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,404 per year, or $31.9 per hour.

Maintenance Attendant

ABM Industries

Anaheim, CA

$25.19/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

ABM Industries rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 408 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Opening from Able Services Field/Engineering, Building Engineer - All locations
ABM, a leading provider of integrated facility solutions, is looking for a Building Engineer.
 
The Building Engineer supports the designated leadership with the daily operations of all building systems. This includes hard surface maintenance and repair, basic carpentry and metal work, operating, maintaining and repairing all facility system equipment associated with HVAC operations and mechanical and electrical systems. The Building Engineer will also respond to customer requests and submit and close work orders as necessary and perform other duties as assigned.
 
 
Pay: $25.19/HR
 
The pay listed is the salary range for this position. An offer will vary based on the applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data. 
 
Benefits:
This is a union position and will include benefits as outlines in the collective bargaining agreement.
Essential Functions:
  • Maintains and performs repairs to buildings, utilities, grounds and equipment.
  • Optimize the repair and maintenance of HVAC, electrical and plumbing equipment and systems.  Uses and helps provide best practices to troubleshoot and repair equipment and system problems so that problems are resolved in the most efficient and effective manner.
  • Maintains continuous operations of equipment by troubleshooting and repairing.
  • Provide hands-on training and collaboration to other engineering team members.
  • Fosters a work environment that promotes energy conservation and continuous improvement of engineering functions.
  • Records all pertinent data in building logbooks and makes all appropriate daily entries.
  • Conducts utility and equipment tests.
  • Records pertinent data on all equipment in accordance with federal, state, and local codes and requirements.
  • Process administrative paperwork in accordance to departmental policies and procedures.
  • Actively functions as a team member.
  • Demonstrates commitment to quality of service.
  • Complies with Able Engineering Services and facilities' policies and procedures.
  • Complies and participates with Able Engineering Services safety program.
  • Complies and participates in facility specific safety program.
  • Maintains regular attendance in the workplace.
  • Provides highest quality of service to the tenants, staff and visitors at the facility.
  • Participate in regular required communication with Chief Engineer, Assistant Chief Engineer, management, tenants and other staff.
Requirements
  • 2+ years in the position of mobile building engineer.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
  • As required, highest-level relevant state/local license for Stationary Engineer and/or HVAC, plus universal level refrigerant recovery license.
  • Computer skills and building automation systems experience required.
  • Certification meeting OSHA ACM awareness training requirements as required.
 
$25.19 - $25.19 an hour
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