Building Engineer I - Reston, VA

VetJobs • Reston, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Building Engineer is responsible for the timely completion of necessary maintenance activities and management of the maintenance team. The role performs predictive, preventive, and routine maintenance on facility equipment and building systems, helps keep systems operating at peak performance with minimal downtime, and responds to maintenance service requests. The position is onsite in Reston, Virginia.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of experience in a commercial or industrial environment with increasing responsibility for managing daily building operations.
• General mechanical and carpentry skills.
• Experience with HVAC system maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and equipment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, including internet, email, and electronic manuals.
• Strong organization and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Ability to perform physical activities including walking, kneeling, sitting, crouching, reaching, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, standing, and finger or typing; climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and ramps; and balancing.
• Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
• Ability to read blueprints and take or verify field measurements.

Nice To Haves

• Thorough understanding of air conditioning and control systems.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and life-safety monitoring and control systems.
• Management or supervisory experience.
• Ability to read blueprints or CAD drawings.
• Prior work experience in a commercial setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform predictive and preventive maintenance on facility equipment and mechanical and building systems, including electrical, HVAC, boilers, pumps, motors, valves, chilled-water and heating-hot-water distribution systems, chillers, and cooling towers.
• Perform filter and belt changes, equipment cleaning, and equipment painting.
• Assist with ancillary building systems to keep systems operating at peak performance with minimal downtime.
• Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions as part of routine maintenance.
• Troubleshoot, evaluate, and recommend upgrades to help ensure the building is compliant and up to code.
• Order parts and supplies for maintenance repairs.
• Monitor and respond to service requests in the work order management system.
• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain positive, professional working relationships with internal and external clients through timely, professional communication.
• Manage the maintenance team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED