Full-Time

Critical Facility Engineer

Data Center

Posted on 8/21/2026

BGIS

BGIS

5,001-10,000 employees

Global facilities management provider

No salary listed

Harwood, ND, USA

In Person

Regional travel and occasional job visits away from the office are required.

Category
Building Systems & HVAC (1)
Required Skills
Power BI
SharePoint
Microsoft Office
HVAC
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Microsoft Outlook

Get referred to BGIS

See people who can refer or advise you

Requirements
  • Controls, electrical systems, and mechanical troubleshooting experience.
  • Familiarity with programmable logic controller controls and industrial automation systems.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
  • A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for on-site response are required.
  • Ability and willingness to travel regionally.
  • A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Two years of experience in a similar working environment, with HVAC or electrical knowledge helpful.
  • One year of experience in a specific critical environments position.
  • Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems and equipment typically used in critical environments.
  • Ability to work individually and contribute positively to teamwork.
  • Knowledge of critical facility procedure use and development.
  • Ability to prioritize and complete work in a timely manner.
  • Ability to navigate, operate, and understand Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, Building Automation Systems, Emergency Power Monitoring Systems, and Fire Alarm Systems.
  • Ability to respond quickly to requests, follow established processes, maintain focus, communicate clearly and concisely, and complete tasks within targeted time frames to minimize the risk of outages or damage to buildings and high-value equipment.
  • Physical ability to walk jobsites in uneven terrain.
  • Ability to respond to off-hour emergency calls.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain important mechanical, electrical, and control systems in a critical environment facility.
  • Deliver timely and quality client service while applying a sustainable approach to data center systems maintenance.
  • Maintain positive and professional working relationships with internal and external clients.
  • Complete client service requests in a timely manner.
  • Respond to emergency calls.
  • Contribute to the completion of other key initiatives as assigned.
  • Perform maintenance to ensure the highest level of efficiency without disrupting the business.
  • Complete routine maintenance tasks in accordance with BGIS Safety Policy and Procedures.
  • Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions.
  • Troubleshoot systems, evaluate their condition, and recommend system upgrades.
  • Order parts and supplies for maintenance and repairs.
  • Request proposals for outsourced work.
  • Monitor vendors and contractors to ensure their work meets BGIS and client standards.
  • Complete work order requests accurately and on time.
  • Escalate issues to the Critical Environment Facility Manager as needed.
  • Provide personal transportation for meetings and job visits away from the office, with reimbursement.
Desired Qualifications
  • Knowledge of HVAC or electrical systems in a similar working environment.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Experience with SharePoint and Power BI.
  • Working-at-heights training or certification.

BGIS provides facilities management and real estate services for buildings and real estate portfolios around the world. Its services cover the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and support needed to run workplaces and built environments, often bundled as integrated facilities management for clients.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Markham, Canada

Founded

1992

Get referred to BGIS

See people who can refer or advise you

Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Veritas agreed on July 15, 2026 to buy BGIS and keep Gord Hicks.
  • BGIS won Victoria Government facilities work on January 7, 2026 across 291 properties.
  • BGIS extended Close Brothers for five years, signaling sticky recurring revenue.

What critics are saying

  • Veritas's $1.5 billion loan financing increases leverage and pressure after the Q4 2026 close.
  • BGIS faced a $1.12 million U.S. employment verdict in January 2025.
  • Fair Work Commission redundancy disputes in 2025 exposed labor friction and legal cost risk.

What makes BGIS unique

  • BGIS manages 65,000 facilities and 620 million square feet globally.
  • BGIS combines technical IFM with proprietary Digital Facility Management technology.
  • BGIS wins mission-critical work in data centers, government, healthcare, and industrial sites.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Referral Bonus

Employee Discounts

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

10%
IKON Services Australia
Jul 24th, 2026
Proudly partnering with Geelong's newest landmark - Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre.

Proudly partnering with Geelong's newest landmark - Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre. IKON Services Australia Pty Ltd. is incredibly proud to announce the commencement of Integrated Cleaning, Hygiene and Waste Management services at the new Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre, delivered in partnership with BGIS. This project represents far more than a new contract. It reflects years of building trusted relationships, demonstrating capability, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional facility and site experiences. As one of Victoria's most significant new event destinations, Nyaal Banyul will become a hub for conferences, exhibitions, entertainment and community events, creating lasting economic and social benefits for Geelong and the surrounding region. With decades of experience supporting some of Australia's largest and most iconic venues, major events and entertainment precincts, IKON is proud to bring its expertise in event cleaning, presentation services and operational excellence to this exciting new destination. IKON Services Australia Pty Ltd. is honoured to play a role in maintaining this iconic precinct and helping create a welcoming, safe and memorable experience for every visitor. A huge thank you to Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre and BGIS for their partnership and trust. IKON Services Australia Pty Ltd. look forward to supporting this incredible venue and contributing to the success of the Geelong community for many years to come. Solutions That Matter.

Sun Business Media LLC
Jul 21st, 2026
Veritas Capital to acquire facilities manager BGIS.

Veritas Capital to acquire facilities manager BGIS. July 17, 2026 | John McNulty Veritas Capital has agreed to acquire BGIS from CCMP Capital Advisors and Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo). BGIS runs and maintains buildings and facilities - offices, data centers, and government, healthcare, and industrial sites - for large public and private organizations, handling the engineering, operations, and technology that keep those properties running, a service known in the industry as technical integrated facilities management (IFM). The company oversees more than 65,000 facilities totaling over 620 million square feet globally with a team of more than 12,000. Gord Hicks continues as chief executive officer and will lead the business with his management team. CCMP and AIMCo had backed BGIS since 2019. Veritas Capital, a technology investor focused on companies operating at the intersection of technology and government, manages over $54 billion in assets. James Dimitri, partner and co-head of flagship private equity at Veritas, led the transaction for the firm. Citi served as lead financial advisor to BGIS, with TD Securities as co-advisor and BMO Nesbitt Burns and CIBC World Markets also advising. (C) 2026 Private Equity Professional | July 17, 2026 July 21, 2026. July 16, 2026.

Associated Press
Jul 15th, 2026
Veritas Capital to Acquire BGIS

NEW YORK & MARKHAM, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 15, 2026-- Veritas Capital (“Veritas”), a leading investor at the intersection of technology and government, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire BGIS (“the Company”) from CCMP Capital Advisors, LP (“CCMP”) and Alberta Investment Management Corporation (“AIMCo”).

Insider Media
Dec 5th, 2024
100-strong building services maintenance firm acquired from Briggs & Forrester Group

A national mechanical and electrical building services maintenance company which employs more than 100 people and forms part of Briggs & Forrester Group has been acquired. The deal was…

NationTalk
May 23rd, 2024
BGIS and Des Nedhe Group Form Partnership, Ela Hultsi Facilities Management

MARKHAM, ON, May 23, 2024 - BGIS, a global pioneer in real estate management services, is proud to announce its partnership with Des Nedhe Group, forming Ela Hultsi Facilities Management.