Supervising Engineer (2pm - 10:30pm Shift Monday - Friday)

National Geographic•Washington, DC

3d•$49 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervising Engineer is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance program during the assigned shift. This role involves the supervision, motivation, and discipline of 3 employees. The shift handles demands for all after-hours functions of the Society, including temperature, lighting, power, and other requirements. The shift leader must possess comprehensive knowledge of all building systems, their hours of operation, and the ability to program them via the EMS. They must also be capable of managing multiple situations professionally. Additional responsibilities include providing technical, administrative, operational, and supervisory support to the Chief and Assistant Chief Engineer. This position is considered essential personnel.

Requirements

A high school graduate with extensive continuing education in the fields of engineering and maintenance either from community college, trade or technical schools or the National Association of Power Engineers Education Foundation.
A 3rd class District of Columbia Steam Operators license and Universal CFC certification is required.
A minimum of 24 hours per year of continuing education in the engineering field is a job requirement.
Proven supervisory skills and 7 to 10 years of hands-on experience are required.
Extensive practical experience in the areas of HVAC, steam boilers, centrifugal chillers, refrigeration systems, VAV and variable frequency drives, energy management systems, fire alarm and fire suppression systems, water treatment systems and practices, packaged AC units, commercial food service equipment and all other systems necessary for providing a first-class working environment in a class A office complex.
Computer skills and knowledge of standard Microsoft software programs.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Supervision of 1-5 staff members.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor all building mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems as required during the shift and keep a written account of the shifts activities.
Assist as needed with all after-hour functions of the Society, including programming of equipment via the EMS, adjusting time clocks for lighting, and responding to any other demands or concerns the function may have.
Oversee and ensure the maintenance program assigned to this shift is completed in a professional and timely manner, diagnosing problems, recommending and/or ordering the necessary components to keep the equipment operating in an as-new state. Additionally, oversee the refrigerant maintenance and repair program and the refrigerant inventory room.
Act as a liaison between the shift engineers and the Assistant Chief to improve communications between the 3 shifts and the office.
Perform testing, operations, and maintenance of mechanical and life safety systems as required by either law or manufacturers recommendations.
Perform the required daily testing and adjusting of water treatment systems assigned to the shift.
Administrative duties include daily logs of equipment operations, written account of the shift activities, work order and PM documentation and closeout, research and reference of equipment OEM records and maintenance practices, perform periodic and annual performance reviews of personnel assigned to this shift.
Continuous review of all building systems looking for any areas where improvements/enhancements resulting in conservation of utilities can be made.

Benefits

medical, dental, and vision insurance
engaging and comprehensive wellness program
401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions after 6 months of employment
flexible paid time off benefits with up to 22 days of paid annual leave per calendar year (15 days for new hires in their first year, prorated based on the number of pay periods remaining in the year)
10 days of sick leave
12 paid holidays and a paid winter break between December 25 and 31 (May not apply to all roles that are required to work during high volume seasons or essential workers. Please check with the hiring manager for confirmation.)
paid parental leave
adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
fertility benefits
learning and development opportunities
Lifestyle Spending Account
pet adoption assistance and insurance
pre-tax transportation benefits with a generous employer subsidy
employer-paid life insurance and disability benefit
a variety of National Geographic discounts and perks