Building Engineer I - Dallas, TX
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Who We Are
With a legacy spanning four decades, Action Property Management has become the premier choice for homeowner’s association management. Founded in 1984, Action began with a single client and a vision to elevate ethical and professional standards in the HOA industry. Our unwavering commitment to integrity, and professionalism coupled with our core values of excellence, innovation and care for people, continues to define us. Today, as the largest privately owned HOA management company in the West, we proudly serve over 300 communities across 9 offices. Our success is fueled by a team of nearly 900 dedicated team members who genuinely love what they do and are dedicated to helping homeowners thrive and love where they live.
Job Summary
The Building Engineer I, under the direction and supervision of the Chief Engineer, maintains and repairs all common property not maintained and repaired by a third party. The Engineer will also, at the direction of the Supervisor, perform limited in unit maintenance services. The Engineer is a trained responder to property emergencies such as fire, flood, earthquake and other disasters and will be available for emergencies after normal working hours.
Work Schedule: Tuesday - Friday, 8-5; Saturday 9-6
Compensation: $30-35/hr
Essentail Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire/life safety, and sanitary sewer systems.
- Perform preventive maintenance tasks as outlined in manuals and directed by leadership.
- Inspect, test, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC issues.
- Complete general maintenance work including carpentry, painting, masonry, and light furniture repairs.
- Conduct routine and follow-up property inspections, including annual punch list items.
- Perform in-unit tasks such as HVAC filter changes, smoke alarm battery replacement, and minor repairs.
- Maintain accurate logs, inspection reports, work orders, tool inventory, and preventive maintenance records.
- Respond to property emergencies (flood, fire, power outage, earthquake) and maintain required safety certifications.
- Coordinate vendor access and assist housekeeping and team members as needed.
- Deliver excellent customer service, demonstrate professionalism, and support a safe, productive team environment, including occasional overtime.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- EPA 608 Certification is a plus.
- Weekly Fire Pump Testing Certification is a plus.
- At least 2 years of maintenance experience in residential or commercial buildings. High rise experience is strongly desired. Must have knowledge of basic hand tools, personal protective equipment, and OSHA standards.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
- Knowledge of building codes and safety regulations.
- Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- General computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and SharePoint. Ability to learn and operate the property management software utilized by Action Property Management.
- Customer service oriented.
- Ability to work in a dynamic environment with the potential for rapid changes in deadlines and priorities.
- Ability to contact prospective vendors to collect proposals for specific projects as directed by the General Manager.
Why Join Action?
- Action Property Management is committed to attracting and retaining the best talent in the industry
- Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work® in 2025
- Rated 4.0 stars on Glassdoor — Check out our reviews here
Team Member Perks
- Reimbursement for Action-required certifications and continuing education
- Comprehensive health benefits and paid time off package for qualifying employees
- Ongoing hospitality and property management training
- Opportunities for career growth and internal advancement
- Values-driven company culture that promotes teamwork, excellence, and continuous improvement
Why You'll Love Working at Action
At Action Property Management, we believe in creating an environment where you truly love where you work. We offer competitive pay and ample opportunities for career growth and advancement. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, pet insurance, 401(k) with company match, and life and disability support for qualifying team members. We also provide generous paid time off, including vacation hours, sick time, and company-observed holidays for qualifying team members. We are committed to investing in the infrastructure, technology, training, and tools you need to excel in your role. Our relentless dedication to our company values and culture ensures a workplace where you feel heard, supported, and valued. Join us at Action Property Management and make a meaningful impact.
Action Property Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Supports a Drug Free Workplace. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Skills
As published by lever · 27 questions · 12 written answers
Basics
Resume/CV, Full name, Pronouns, Email, Phone, Current location, Current company, LinkedIn URL, Twitter URL, GitHub URL, Portfolio URL, Other website
Short answers (1)
- If referred, provide the employee name who referred you.
Pick from a list (14)
- Are you currently residing in the United States? optional
- If hired, can you provide proof of your legal right to work and remain in the United States? optional
- If hired, can you furnish proof that you are over 18 years of age? optional
- What is your salary range expectation? optional
- Have you ever been employed by Action or applied for employment with Action Property Management? optional
- Were you referred to our company by a current Action team member? optional
- Please select the highest level of education you have completed. optional
- Do you have a college degree? If yes, which university or college did you attend? optional
- Have you ever served in the military? optional
- If yes, please specify the branch of service: optional
- Do you possess a valid state driver's license, insurance, and a personal vehicle for conducting community patrols? optional
- Do you currenty hold an HOA management certification (e.g. CMCA, AMS, PCAM, or equivalent)? optional
- Do you have HOA onsite management experience? optional
- Are you able to relocate (if applicable) and begin employment within 30-60 days of accepting an offer? optional
Written answers (12)
- Enter your current address including: Street, City, Zip Code, State
- Why would you like to work for Action Property Management?
- Please provide your dates of employment for your current/most recent employment.
- Please share your reasons for considering leaving your current/last employer. Your response will help us better understand your career aspirations and how we can support you in achieving them.
- If previously employed by Action, please provide your dates of employment (MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY), job title(s), and location.
- Do you have any relatives employed by Action Property Management? If yes, give their name.
- If referred, please provide your referral's Action email address. optional
- Please list your professional certifications and licenses.
- Do you speak any languages other than English? If yes, please list the languages and your level of proficiency (e.g., basic, conversational, fluent, native). If not applicable, please write “N/A.”
- Please specify your military dates of service: optional
- Please specify your military rank during service: optional
- Please specify your military rank at discharge: optional