Building Engineer

EMCOR Government Services•Washington, DC

15d•$48•Onsite

About The Position

When military bases, national security agencies, federal buildings, healthcare facilities, and leading commercial clients in Washington D.C and across the nation need superior facility support services, we answer the call. We offer a unique combination of government experience and facilities expertise that has helped us earn a position as one of the country’s leading integrated service providers. Job Summary EMCOR Government Services has an immediate need for a Building Engineer in Washington, DC. The Building Engineer monitors all the major mechanical systems of the facility through the use of various monitoring systems. The Building Engineer is responsible to respond during fire alarm situations and assists the local Fire Department upon arrival. This is a position that requires clear and effective communication skills plus the operational understanding of numerous mechanical systems to include but not limited to building HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems. This position is covered by the CBA for Local 99 #EGS #LI-NS1

Requirements

Must have at a minimum a Washington DC 3rd Class Stationary Engineer License.
Must have a valid drivers license
Must complete a OSHA 10 General Safety and Health training class (supplied by EMCOR).

Responsibilities

Represents EMCOR for all facility emergencies until relieved by FMD personnel or Chief Engineer.
Contacts Chief Engineer with status of all facility emergencies or unusual events (examples: fire alarms, critical equipment shutdowns and electric power outages).
Coordinates emergency interactions with designated Facilities Management Department representative.
Maintain alert and responsive at all times.
Monitors the mechanical systems through the use of the Building Automation System (BAS).This includes an active search of system information and functionality during the assigned shift.
Clearly record all unusual events and pertinent information in the shift log book. A complete understanding of the repercussions of inoperable critical equipment is prudent.
Executes all work in safe and professional manner by completing all work accurately and on time.
Installs, services and maintains environmental control systems, utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, pipefitting, and structural layout.
Performs maintenance and repairs of: All fired or unfired pressure vessels and vacuum systems. All refrigeration and air conditioning machinery and their associated equipment. All air handling and distribution equipment.
Starts systems, observes operation, read gauges and instruments, and adjusts mechanisms such as actuators, valves, controls, and pumps to control system operation.
Studies system blueprints, specifications, and performance data to determine configuration and purpose of system components such as compressors, motors, pumps, fans, switches, controls, ducts, or pipes.
Inspects system to verify system compliance with plans and specifications and to detect malfunctions in system component parts.
Opens valves on equipment such as compressors, pumps, and condensers to prepare system for operation and starts equipment and auxiliary machinery.
Starts systems, observes operation, read gauges and instruments, and adjusts mechanisms such as actuators, valves, controls, and pumps to control system operation.
Discusses system malfunctions with users to isolate problems.
Records temperature, pressure, and other readings on log sheet at specified intervals.
Operates refrigerant recovery equipment, vacuum pumps, charging equipment and service gauges.
Screws, bolts, rivets, welds, and brazes parts to assemble structural and functional components such as motors, controls, switches, gauges, wiring harnesses, valves, pumps, compressors, condensers, cores, and pipes.
Installs wiring to connect components to electric power source.
Dismantles malfunctioning systems and tests components.
Replaces or adjusts defective or worn parts to repair systems.
Cuts, bends and crimps sheet metal, installs air ducts and associated sheet metal components.
Inspects and measures building to determine airflow requirements.
Installation of complete heat and air conditioning systems.
Lubricate fans, motors, and control units.
Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical heat and refrigeration systems.
Performs all preventative maintenance tasking on all HVAC equipment including boilers and cooling towers in accordance with detailed tasks in CMMS library.
Responsible for accurate and timely paperwork related to essential duties and responsibilities.
Performs other routine duties as required
Monitors the Fire Alarm Panel and responds to the Fire Command Center during fire alarms and drills.
Become familiar with the established Preventative Maintenance (PM) procedures and participate in the PM program.
Maintains an effective daily log book of all shift activities.
Ensures work requests are submitted for any equipment or system deficiencies.
Files all daily mechanical room rounds sheets for review by the Chief Engineer.
Read, understand, and sign off on weekly Tool Box safety literature.
Ensure completion of all regulatory compliance training.
Obtain OSHA 10 General Industry Safety and Health certification.
Ability to work extended hours or weekend overtime as needed.