Building Engineer
About the job
- A high school diploma is required.
- HVAC certification is required.
- Certification in commercial and residential electrical work is required.
- Universal certification is required.
- A valid driver's license and current automobile insurance are required.
- Excellent customer service skills are required.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate instructions accurately are required.
- Report to the Chief Engineer.
- Ensure the physical and mechanical upkeep of the property.
- Operate, maintain, and repair all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, including HVAC, lighting, and safety equipment.
- Ensure structural integrity and compliance with codes.
- Conduct routine inspections and troubleshoot issues.
- Supervise contractors.
- Manage energy efficiency.
- Maintain a safe, functional environment for residents.
- Additional education is preferred.
- At least two years of supervisory experience is preferred.
About the company
Campus Apartments develops, buys and manages student rental housing for colleges, universities and private property investors across the United States. Its communities serve students both on campus and in nearby neighborhoods, with leasing and resident services tied to the college living experience. The company combines its own property investments with development partnerships that help institutions renew housing while preserving capital for academic priorities. Its work covers site acquisition, project financing and construction, followed by the ongoing operation of the completed residences. Founded in 1958, Campus Apartments is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Philadelphia, PA
Founded
1958
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Campus reports a long-tenured leadership team: 90% of senior staff and executives have served over ten years.
- The Georgia Southern portfolio is expanding: Campus acquired a 546-bed community in April 2026.
- Mental-health support earned outside recognition: Campus received Mental Health America's Platinum Bell Seal for benefits and wellness in May 2026.
What critics are saying
- Maintenance includes after-hours emergencies: Statesboro's assistant supervisor takes on-call assignments and responds immediately to resident safety hazards.
- Leasing includes difficult collections: Riverside's manager handles evictions, delinquent rent and bad debt alongside sales responsibilities.
- Campus faces a recurring apartment-turn workload: its teams prepare units nationwide around the academic move-in cycle.
What makes Campus Apartments unique
- Larger universities guide investment: Campus targets markets with at least 10,000 enrolled students.
- Housing work spans different formats: Campus's portfolio includes scattered urban homes alongside high-rise towers.
- University projects include preservation and development: Campus's partnerships cover Penn historic buildings and Howard's Underclassman Neighborhood.
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