Chief Building Engineer

Building Maintenance Systems Inc (BMSI)•Tysons Corner, VA

2d•$50•Onsite

About The Position

A working supervisor fills this position to oversee Engineers and/or Maintenance Mechanics. This leader is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing boilers, chillers and auxiliary central plant equipment. They will also maintain heating, lighting, ventilating, air conditioning, power refrigeration, building electrical and controls, water treatment, and other mechanical and electrical equipment. This position reports to the Property Manager.

Requirements

10 years' experience maintaining equipment and systems in commercial buildings
Demonstrated knowledge of engineering and building systems
History of trades education and training
High-level experience and skills in operating, troubleshooting, maintaining, installing, and repairing equipment
Basic technology skills necessary to manage work order applications on mobile phone and learn to operate Building Automation Systems
High School diploma or equivalent, and must be able to communicate effectively in English
Occasionally work overtime to perform necessary repairs or maintenance that are necessary to complete during off-hours
Must meet the occupation requirements, such as lifting 50 lbs., walking distances, kneeling for 1 hour, and climbing ladders.
Must have reliable transportation
Must be able to assist with R&M, H, L& P and Capital budget planning
Must possess a CFC Universal certification

Nice To Haves

DC Steam and or MD Stationary Engineers Licenses

Responsibilities

Supports the daily operation of all mechanical equipment in the physical plant and building
Maintains and repairs building Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Structural, Furniture, Fire, Life Safety, and Control Systems including pneumatics.
Monitors operations and maintains refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment, boilers, heating, ventilating and hot water equipment, pumps, valves, piping and filters, other mechanical and electrical equipment, changing light bulbs and ballasts
Ability to troubleshoot Building Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems with little or no supervision
Performs and/or completes all tenant service requests accurately and with minimal tenant disruptions
Manage Building Management System (BMS) / Energy Management System
Maintains maintenance logs and records
Performs preventive maintenance tasks
Complies and supports building policies and procedures
Leads/Actively participates in emergency response procedures technical and safety training programs
Performs all work using the proper safety equipment and in a safe manner
Supervises engineering team
Oversees service and repair contractors throughout the building
Other duties as assigned