Facility Maintenance: Building Engineer

As a facilities engineer, you specialize in managing and maintaining equipment and machinery in plants or similar settings. Your role can range from troubleshooting problems to working with vendors to fix a major piece of equipment. As a building engineer, you need to be versatile and able to work with any issue that arises in the building you are responsible for.

If you like to work with your hands, fix complex problems, and have a level of autonomy, the Building Engineer certificate covers maintenance of boilers, HVAC systems, electrical and plumbing, all areas required to work in any facility in any industry.

What’s the Job Outlook for positions as Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the outlook for positions as Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators is projected to grow by 4% from 2021 – 2031. 

The following positions are similar occupations to Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators:

• General Maintenance and Repair Workers 
• Power Plant Operators
• HVAC Mechanics and Installers

_{Citation: Bureau of Labor Statistics – Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators}