U.S. Soccer Overview
The U.S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good.
We understand the importance and the power of teamwork, on and off the pitch. That is why we work closely with our Federation partners and members, to inspire, support and guide every level of the game: from the grassroots to the National Teams. We want to bring soccer into every home and every community, right across America. Because we believe that soccer can transform lives like no other sport. Soccer can represent the best of U.S.
U.S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitious plans for U.S. Soccer in the near and far future. We are, therefore, looking for dynamic servant leaders to join us on this journey: in service to soccer. Applicants must be able to demonstrate visionary leadership, analytical decision-making, professional flexibility, and an empathic management style that builds bold teams and delivers globally significant results.
Position Description
The Facility Engineer is responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and reliability of the National Training Center’s building systems. The NTC is a 200-acre campus, with over 300,000sq ft of facilities. This hands-on role serves as the technical lead for all core infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and building automation systems. Working within a small and growing facilities team, the Facility Engineer performs maintenance and repairs directly while also overseeing vendors, supporting compliance efforts, and establishing preventive maintenance programs and operating standards for a world-class, multi-use facility.
Primary Responsibilities
Building Systems & Technical Operations
- Perform hands-on operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, lighting, and building automation systems.
- Monitor system performance to ensure reliability, efficiency, and occupant comfort.
- Respond to and resolve system issues, alarms, and failures in a timely and professional manner.
- Support commissioning, seasonal changeovers, and system optimization.
- Respond to emergency situations involving facility infrastructure.
Preventive Maintenance & Reliability
- Implement and execute preventive maintenance programs for all assigned building systems.
- Track equipment warranties and service agreements, ensuring required maintenance is performed in accordance with warranty terms.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
- Identify recurring issues and recommend corrective actions or capital improvements.
- Support asset lifecycle planning by tracking equipment condition, warranty status, and replacement timelines.
Compliance, Safety & Documentation
- Support compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and inspection requirements.
- Perform and document routine testing of critical systems.
- Maintain system documentation, manuals, drawings, warranties, and service records.
- Assist with audits, inspections, warranty claims, and corrective actions.
Vendor & Contractor Management
- Coordinate and oversee vendors and contractors.
- Ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with scope and warranty requirements.
- Coordinate warranty-related service calls with vendors and manufacturers.
- Provide technical input on vendor selection and scopes of work.
Event & Operations Support
- Support facility readiness for events, training camps, meetings, and activations.
- Provide on-site technical support during events.
- Coordinate with Hospitality, Security, IT, and other departments.
People & Team Leadership
- Serve as a working lead within the facilities team.
- Promote a safety-first, service-oriented culture.
- Assist with onboarding and training of new facilities staff.
Other Duties
- Support special projects, system upgrades, warranty transitions, and operational initiatives.
- Assist the Senior Manager of Facility Operations with standards and workflows.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in building engineering or facilities maintenance.
- Strong hands-on experience with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
- Experience coordinating vendors and contractors.
- Strong documentation and communication skills.
- General knowledge of soccer.
- Capable of working in fast-paced and demanding environments.
- Must be able to connect “micro” details to the “macro” vision and mission.
- Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in sports facilities or large campuses.
- Technical certifications related to HVAC or building systems.
- Experience with newly constructed facilities.
- Familiarity with CMMS and building automation systems.
- Multilingual skills (Spanish preferred). Passion for soccer.
- General knowledge of soccer.
U.S. Soccer offers a comprehensive compensation package, casual work environment, an inclusive culture, and an atmosphere for professional development.
U.S. Soccer is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, military status, political belief, or any other characteristic protected under the law. This policy applies to all our employment practices within our organization. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA, veterans, parents, and persons with disabilities to apply.
