Building Engineer

The Mather in Tysons•Tysons, VA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

At The Mather, we’re looking for a dedicated expert to ensure our community buildings and systems operate safely and efficiently for residents, staff, and visitors. In this role, you’ll take the lead on preventative maintenance and repairs for mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and life safety systems—keeping everything running smoothly and proactively addressing issues before they become problems. Your expertise will help maintain a healthy, comfortable environment while supporting our commitment to excellence. This is a full-time, on-site position. Weekend, weeknight, and holiday availability required.

Requirements

5+ years experience in facility/plant engineering and maintenance
Understand the engineering design and operational aspects of the Base Building and Critical System Support systems and components
Thorough knowledge of state and local safety and building codes
Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Working knowledge of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning, plumbing, and generators.
Certification in HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning), plumbing, refrigeration, or electrical systems
Full understanding of Building Management Systems (BMS)
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet, and Outlook
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and email

Nice To Haves

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) experience is highly preferred
EPA 608 Type 2 License/Certification desirable, but may not be required
Trade school diploma
1st Class Stationery Engineering license
Minimum 5 years of Journeyman level experience

Responsibilities

Conducting and/or overseeing preventative maintenance on the mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing systems, fire life safety, and property specific systems which involves normal lubrication, adjustment, cleaning, replacement of consumable parts.
Performs routine lodging inspections and tours as assigned, not limited to air conditioning equipment, furnace systems, generators, and water management systems repairs.
Performs a variety of service work in specialized building systems such as mechanical, electrical/ electronic, hydraulics, machine servicing, to include overseeing generators and UPS maintenance programs.
Conducts routine generator tests per building code as assigned.
Detects malfunctions through observation audio and visual.
Assessing and correcting systems to prevent system failures, to include determining solutions to prevent further damage or problems, and identifying resource needs to resolve problems.
Adhere to company processes, procedures, established engineering guidelines, engineering standards and site-specific guidelines.
Timely completion of routine repairs, maintenance requests, and work orders throughout the community.
Assist with vendor services management, including building escorts, access, service coordination, and closeout.
Attend and maintain required training to maintain proficiency and acquire advanced skills.
Provides and coordinates contractors’ support in the execution of building services.
Maintains documentation of inspections, deficiencies, through written procedures and workorder database.
Maintains inventory of repair supplies.
On-call 24 –7 to handle Emergencies, and other issues that arise.

Benefits

Mather offers a competitive benefits package.
Team members are eligible for:
A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.
A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better)
Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations)
Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc.
Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Paid Parental Leave
Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Extended illness benefits
Employee wellness programs
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance is available to benefit eligible team members.
Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status.