Facilities Maintenance Technician- Building Engineer

The Facilities Maintenance Technician (Building Engineer) at United Airlines is responsible for maintaining and repairing building systems, with a strong emphasis on electrical work, including 480 volt and 3 phase circuits. The role requires at least twenty-four months of experience in three of the following: electrical, structural, HVAC, mechanical, or PLC controls. Candidates must have completed high school or equivalent, possess a valid state driver's license, and be able to work outdoors in all weather, including weekends and holidays. Physical requirements include climbing ladders, walking for extended periods, moderate lifting, and sufficient tooling. The position is unionised, with a starting rate of $34.52 per hour and eligibility for bonus and benefits. Candidates must join the IBT within ninety days of employment.

The Facilities Maintenance Technician – Building Engineer at United Airlines plays a vital role in ensuring the operational readiness and safety of aircraft and facility systems. This position requires expertise in general building maintenance, with a strong emphasis on electrical troubleshooting, including high voltage and complex circuitry. The technician will work both indoors and outdoors, performing repairs and installations across a variety of building disciplines. Compensation includes a starting rate of $34.52 per hour, bonus eligibility, and a comprehensive benefits package featuring medical, dental, vision, life, accident and disability coverage, paid time off, 401(k), pension, and flight privileges. The role is unionised and requires immediate union membership within ninety days of employment.

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Description

At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Requires a thorough knowledge of general building maintenance with emphasis on electrical solving, including AC & DC circuits, high voltage (480), high amperage and some 400 cycle equipment
• Requires experience in industrial wiring and the ability to read and follow wiring schematics and work without supervision
• Journeyman electrical license a plus
• Requires the ability to make low and high voltage repairs to all building electrical equipment
• This includes solving, installation and repair of 110/220/480 volt single and multiphase electrical circuitry and devices
• You should also have some experience in related building equipment and trades, such as air handling units, plumbing and steam fitting, fire systems and conveyors
• Facilities Technicians must be able to work around the clock shifts, including weekends and holidays, in the outdoors in all weather conditions
• Schedules are bid and awarded according to seniority
• Facilities Technicians are represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
• Salary increases will be administered according to the current IBT/United contract
• New employees are required to join the union within ninety (90) days of employment
• There is an initiation fee for joining the union and subsequent monthly union dues which are set by the Local Lodge

Qualifications

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!

What’s needed to succeed:

• Twenty Four months experience required in at least three of the following areas:

• Electrical (including 480 volt, 3 phase)

• Structural (including steel frame construction)

• HVAC (including building management systems)

• Mechanical (including conveyors)

• Plumbing

• PLC electronic/computer controls

• Must have completed high school diploma, GED or equivalent

• Ability to maintain and repair all building disciplines, heavy mechanical and welding

• Work may be indoors or outside or in elevated areas anywhere on airport

• Must be able to climb and work from ladders, and/or walk for extended periods

• Moderate lifting

• Must possess sufficient tooling to perform required tasks

• Computer experience for input and retrieval of data

• Qualified candidates must be immediately available for full time employment

• Must possess a valid, clean, applicable state driver's license

What will help you propel from the pack:

• Electronics diagnostics and troubleshooting

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact [Job Accommodations@united.com](mailto:Job Accommodations@united.com) to request accommodation.

The starting rate for this role is $34.52.
This is also a bonus eligible position (i.e. profit sharing).

We offer competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k), pension and flight privileges (subject to the respective collective bargaining agreement).

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact [Job Accommodations@united.com](mailto:Job Accommodations@united.com)

At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Requires a thorough knowledge of general building maintenance with emphasis on electrical solving, including AC & DC circuits, high voltage (480), high amperage and some 400 cycle equipment
• Requires experience in industrial wiring and the ability to read and follow wiring schematics and work without supervision
• Journeyman electrical license a plus
• Requires the ability to make low and high voltage repairs to all building electrical equipment
• This includes solving, installation and repair of 110/220/480 volt single and multiphase electrical circuitry and devices
• You should also have some experience in related building equipment and trades, such as air handling units, plumbing and steam fitting, fire systems and conveyors
• Facilities Technicians must be able to work around the clock shifts, including weekends and holidays, in the outdoors in all weather conditions
• Schedules are bid and awarded according to seniority
• Facilities Technicians are represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
• Salary increases will be administered according to the current IBT/United contract
• New employees are required to join the union within ninety (90) days of employment
• There is an initiation fee for joining the union and subsequent monthly union dues which are set by the Local Lodge

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!

What’s needed to succeed:

• Twenty Four months experience required in at least three of the following areas:

• Electrical (including 480 volt, 3 phase)

• Structural (including steel frame construction)

• HVAC (including building management systems)

• Mechanical (including conveyors)

• Plumbing

• PLC electronic/computer controls

• Must have completed high school diploma, GED or equivalent

• Ability to maintain and repair all building disciplines, heavy mechanical and welding

• Work may be indoors or outside or in elevated areas anywhere on airport

• Must be able to climb and work from ladders, and/or walk for extended periods

• Moderate lifting

• Must possess sufficient tooling to perform required tasks

• Computer experience for input and retrieval of data

• Qualified candidates must be immediately available for full time employment

• Must possess a valid, clean, applicable state driver's license

What will help you propel from the pack:

• Electronics diagnostics and troubleshooting

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact [Job Accommodations@united.com](mailto:Job Accommodations@united.com) to request accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.

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Responsibilities:

• Responsible for maintaining and repairing all building disciplines, including heavy mechanical systems and welding.
• Take ownership of making low and high voltage repairs to building electrical equipment, including 110/220/480 volt circuits and devices.
• Deliver high-quality installation and repair of 110/220/480 volt single and multiphase electrical circuitry and devices.
• Play a key role in shaping the maintenance of air handling units, plumbing, steam fitting, fire systems, and conveyors.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure all building equipment is maintained and ready for operation.
• Help drive innovation in building maintenance by utilising electronics diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Lead efforts to read and follow wiring schematics and work independently or with supervision as needed.

Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in electrical work, including 480 volt, 3 phase systems, and high voltage repairs.
• Proven ability to maintain and repair building disciplines, heavy mechanical systems, and welding.
• Experience with industrial wiring, reading and following wiring schematics, and working without supervision.
• Familiarity with building management systems, air handling units, plumbing, steam fitting, fire systems, and conveyors.
• Proficiency in electronics diagnostics, troubleshooting, and computer data input and retrieval.
• Ability to use sufficient tooling for required tasks and work in various environments, including outdoors and elevated areas.
• Qualified candidates must possess a valid, clean, applicable state driver's license.

Education:

• Must have completed a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.