Lead Facilities Technician, Principal

Nightwing•Sterling, VA

1d•$99,000 - $206,000

About The Position

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets. Nightwing is seeking a Lead Facilities Technician to support the day-to-day operations and maintenance (O&M) of assigned facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong skilled-trades or technical background, such as mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, controls, construction, or another related trade, and practical experience supporting building systems and facility operations. The Lead Facilities Technician will serve as a hands-on technical resource and provide day-to-day leadership to the Facilities Support team. This role will coordinate routine maintenance activities, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, vendor support, and facility-related requirements to ensure assigned facilities remain safe, reliable, operational, and well maintained. The successful candidate will use their trade experience and practical knowledge of building systems to identify issues, coordinate corrective actions, support facility improvements, and work closely with Building Engineers, Facilities Technicians, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and the customer. While the role may support renovation or construction activities as needed, the primary focus will be facility operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical support. Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with CI Polygraph (must be willing to upgrade)

Requirements

Experience in a skilled trade, technical discipline, or facilities-related field, such as mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, controls, construction, or another related trade, is required
Demonstrated hands-on experience working with building systems, facility maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, or technical operations
Practical understanding of multiple building systems and their operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Ability to diagnose facility issues, determine appropriate next steps, and coordinate the resources necessary to resolve them
Ability to read and understand technical documentation, equipment manuals, drawings, schematics, and maintenance requirements
Ability to communicate effectively with customers, building occupants, technicians, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors
Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance requirements and respond effectively to changing facility needs
Experience with preventative maintenance programs, work order systems, inventory management, and facility documentation
Ability to work independently while also functioning as part of a larger Facilities and PMO team
Ability to support facility emergencies and participate in an after-hours/on-call response as required
Ability to work in a secure environment and comply with applicable facility, safety, security, and operational requirements
Working knowledge of applicable building codes, safety requirements, and industry standards
Ability and willingness to develop additional knowledge of building systems and facility operations beyond the candidate's primary trade discipline
Familiarity with ICD 705 and TEMPEST requirements

Nice To Haves

Experience leading, coordinating, or mentoring other technicians or trades personnel is highly desirable
Journeyman-level trade experience, trade certification, apprenticeship, military technical training, or equivalent hands-on experience
Experience in commercial, industrial, government, mission-critical, or secure facilities
Experience with building automation systems (BAS/BMS)
Experience with preventative maintenance management systems or computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
Experience coordinating vendors and subcontractors
Experience supporting facility renovations, construction, or building improvement projects
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Visio, or other technical drawing and documentation software

Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day operations and maintenance activities for assigned facilities
Provide technical guidance and hands-on support to Facilities Technicians and other members of the Facilities Support team
Plan, prioritize, and coordinate preventative maintenance activities to ensure timely completion
Respond to facility issues and coordinate troubleshooting, repairs, and corrective maintenance
Serve as a primary technical point of contact for building maintenance and facility-related issues
Coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, Building Engineers, and other technical resources as required
Monitor facility conditions and identify potential maintenance, repair, or operational issues before they become larger problems
Maintain clear communication with building occupants and the customer regarding facility issues, maintenance activities, and potential disruptions
Support the development of maintenance requirements, work orders, Statements of Work (SOWs), and vendor scopes as needed
Maintain appropriate records of maintenance activities, repairs, expenditures, materials, and outstanding facility issues
Support emergency response and facility-related issues as required, including after-hours emergencies
Assist with facility improvement, renovation, and construction activities when required
Support the operation and maintenance of building systems at assigned locations, including but not limited to: HVAC systems, Electrical and lighting systems, Power systems, Plumbing and water management systems, Fire and life safety systems, Building automation and control systems, General interior and exterior facility maintenance, Security Control Systems
Apply practical trades knowledge to troubleshoot building systems and identify appropriate corrective actions
Coordinate preventative maintenance workloads among Facilities Technicians, Building Engineers, and subcontractors
Review completed maintenance work to ensure quality, completeness, and compliance with established requirements
Monitor inventory of tools, supplies, spare parts, and materials needed to support facility operations
Identify recurring equipment or facility issues and assist in developing recommendations for corrective action
Assist with developing maintenance schedules and tracking completion of required work
Coordinate with the PMO and customer to communicate facility conditions, maintenance requirements, and emerging issues
Provide routine reporting on maintenance activities, facility issues, expenditures, and upcoming requirements
Support the response to facility emergencies, including mechanical system faults, electrical issues, fire alarm activations, BMS issues, plumbing failures, and other building-related problems
Provide 24/7 emergency response support as required for assigned facilities
Provide technical and facilities support for minor renovations, facility improvements, and construction activities as required
Review proposed facility modifications from a maintenance and operational perspective
Provide practical input regarding maintainability, access, equipment, building systems, and long-term facility operations
Coordinate with contractors and subcontractors during facility improvement activities to help ensure work is completed according to established requirements
Support project closeout by identifying outstanding facility-related issues and ensuring appropriate documentation is provided
Provide technical input to larger renovation or construction projects managed by the PMO or designated project management personnel