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Facility Engineer

Life Time Fitness

Fairfax, VAFull-time$30.75–46/hrPosted 2 days agoStill listed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$30.75–46/hr
Location
Fairfax, VA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Boiler Operator Or Stationary Engineer License, requiredEPA CFC Or HVAC Certification, requiredCPO Or AFO Certification, required

Job overview

The Facilities Maintenance Engineer inspects, maintains, and repairs building systems to keep the facility safe, compliant, and operational. The role covers HVAC, plumbing, electrical, boiler, and pool systems, including preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and emergency repairs. It also involves maintaining pool conditions and recording maintenance activity in a CMMS. Candidates need 3–4 years of relevant experience and technical or trade school certification.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

HVAC Systems, requiredPlumbing Systems, requiredElectrical Systems, requiredMechanical Systems, requiredPhysical Maintenance, requiredLifting 20+ Lbs, required

Qualifications

HVAC, Electrical, or Mechanical Certification, required3+ Years Facilities Maintenance Experience, requiredBoiler Operator or Stationary Engineer License, requiredEPA CFC or HVAC Certification, requiredCPO or AFO Certification, required

Benefits

401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave

Full job description

Position Summary The Facilities Maintenance Engineer is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, boilers, and pool systems. This role ensures a safe, compliant, and fully operational facility through preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and use of CMMS systems. This position is ideal for candidates with experience in facilities maintenance, building engineering, and mechanical systems within commercial or recreational environments.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

  • Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, boiler, and pool systems
  • Conduct routine inspections to ensure safe and efficient operation of building systems
  • Monitor and maintain water chemistry, filtration, and temperature controls for recreational pools
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations, including fire and life safety systems
  • Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and perform emergency repairs as needed
  • Maintain detailed records of work orders, inspections, and maintenance activities within a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)
  • Support overall facility appearance and functionality to enhance member and guest experience

Minimum Required Qualifications

  • Experience working with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems
  • Ability to lift 20+ lbs and perform physical maintenance tasks

Education:

  • Technical or trade school certification in HVAC, electrical, or mechanical systems

Years of Experience:

  • 3–4 years of experience in facilities maintenance, building maintenance, or engineering

Licenses / Certifications / Registrations:

  • Boiler Operator / Stationary Engineer License (state-specific)
  • EPA CFC Certification / HVAC Certification
  • Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facilities Operator (AFO)

Pay This is an hourly position with wages starting at $30.75 and pays up to $46.00, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

  • A fully subsidized membership

  • Discounts on Life Time products and services

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)

  • Training and professional development

  • Paid sick leave where required by law

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

  • Short term and long term disability insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans

  • Parental leave and adoption assistance

  • Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave

  • Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.

How this job compares

Set against the 735 open Building Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$30.75–46/hr
  • Virginia median$30–36/hr29 hourly ranges
  • US median$36–43/hr299 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $38.38/hr, is 11% above the Virginia median midpoint ($35/hr) — in the top quarter of Building Engineer hourly ranges in Virginia.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 36 open Building Engineer jobs in Virginia and 735 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience — less than three in four Building Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 4 years, across 627 postings).
Education
39 of the 735 open Building Engineer jobs (5%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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