Lead Operating Engineer

Oregon Metro•Oregon Convention Center, OR

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Metro is seeking an experienced Lead Operating Engineer to join the Facilities team at the Oregon Convention Center (OCC). This leadership role involves overseeing daily facility engineering operations, guiding engineering staff, and ensuring the safe and efficient operation of critical building systems. The position will collaborate with event teams and clients, supporting temporary event utilities such as compressed air, domestic water, and natural gas systems. This role primarily reports to the Oregon Convention Center and provides support to the Portland Expo Center as needed. The Oregon Convention Center is one of the largest convention centers in the Pacific Northwest, hosting approximately 500 events annually and recognized for its leadership in sustainability, innovation, and event hospitality.

Requirements

Five years of experience in a large public facility (Experience must include work-related tasks in plumbing, heating and cooling, and electrical.)
Limited Maintenance Electrician License (LME) or greater.
A valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

At least two years' experience of leading a team of Operating Engineer experience.
Oregon Health Authority Backflow Tester Certification
EPA Section 608 Universal Technician Certification
ORACCA Brazing Certification
Building Operators Certification Level I or II

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, maintain, and repair HVAC, refrigeration, and associated mechanical systems, including chillers, boilers, air handling units, pumps, and related equipment.
Utilize and manage the Building Automation System (BAS) to monitor, troubleshoot, schedule, and optimize building performance and occupant comfort.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial and industrial kitchen equipment.
Perform and coordinate maintenance and repairs of plumbing systems, fixtures, and backflow prevention devices.
Maintain and repair facility rolling stock and support equipment, including forklifts, floor scrubbers, sweepers, carts, and similar equipment.
Coordinate and assign daily work activities for Operating Engineers to ensure timely completion of preventive maintenance and corrective repairs.
Manage maintenance supplies, parts, tools, and equipment inventories, and coordinate procurement as needed.
Support convention center operations by responding to facility issues and communicating maintenance needs, operational concerns, project status, and staff activities to the Facilities Manager.
Oversee contractors and service providers while managing the CMMS to ensure preventive maintenance and work orders are completed accurately and on schedule.
Plan, install, and support temporary event-related utility services, including compressed air, domestic water, and natural gas connections.