Utility Mechanic (union)

JBG SMITH•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Utility Mechanic performs maintenance and repair activities on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and equipment, along with general building tasks such as carpentry, locksmithing, and painting. The role assists maintenance mechanics and engineers with major tasks, repairs, and other assigned duties. This is a non-exempt, union position represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 99-99A, AFL-CIO, based at 1717 K Street NW. Compensation is $35.68 per hour. The position requires a regular, scheduled work shift set by the supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience in stationary engineering, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, other mechanical systems, and/or general building or facilities maintenance.
Ability to repair building systems and components using regular and special tools, such as screwdrivers, hammers, adjustment gauges, multimeters, and lubrication equipment.
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
Ability to communicate instructions and directions effectively and perform intermediate arithmetic calculations.
Sound judgment, discretion, prompt follow-through and follow-up, and attention to detail in resolving issues.
Ability to adhere to a regular, scheduled work shift set by the supervisor.
Reliable, punctual, dependable, and able to maintain excellent attendance.
Flexibility to respond to callbacks and work overtime to meet business needs, including weekends and holidays on a scheduled, short-notice, or emergency basis.

Nice To Haves

Specific licensure in a building-related trade.
CFC Universal Technician certification from a U.S. EPA-approved program.
Building Owners & Management Institute International Systems Maintenance Technician (SMT) designation or higher.
Experience processing service requests and/or preventive maintenance requests using a computerized maintenance management system.
General knowledge of safe work practices and OSHA regulations; OSHA 10 training.

Responsibilities

Assist with operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and life safety systems and other equipment at assigned properties.
Perform preventive and reactive equipment maintenance according to company standards and manufacturers' specifications, and document actions in the service request system.
Respond promptly to and resolve tenant and property management service requests, documenting actions in the service request system.
Perform general building maintenance and repairs, including re-lamping, plumbing, locksmithing, painting, and minor spot and touch-up work.
Conduct periodic inspections of mechanical, common, and vacant spaces and appurtenances, keeping them clean, operational, orderly, and safe.
Complete required documentation, operating logs, and maintenance forms accurately and maintain them in company compliance books, paper files, and electronic filing systems.
Comply with and enforce policies in the Employee Manual and Operations Manual, safety guidelines, and accepted company practices.
Carry and use issued communication devices for emergency response and daily communication.
Provide a means of contact after normal working hours and respond to urgent building issues.
Respond to callbacks and work overtime as needed, including scheduled, short-notice, or emergency work on weekends and holidays.