Building Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Trainee: At least 2 years of related experience in commercial buildings or residential high-rise environments in more than one of plumbing, electrical, emergency management equipment such as emergency generators, or general mechanical repairs.
• Building Engineer I: At least 3 years of related experience in commercial buildings or a similarly complex environment in more than one of plumbing, electrical, emergency management equipment such as emergency generators, or general mechanical repairs.
• Building Engineer I: Obtain ARC Flash and Confined Space certifications within the probationary period.
• Building Engineer II: At least 4 years of related experience in commercial buildings or a similarly complex environment in more than one of plumbing, electrical, emergency management equipment such as emergency generators, or general mechanical repairs.
• Building Engineer II: EPA Section 608 Universal Certification, ARC Flash and Confined Space certifications, and at least one of the following: Journeyman or Master Electrician license(s), or HVAC-R Virginia licensure.
• Trainee hires must meet Building Engineer I experience, training, and proficiency requirements by the end of a training period lasting no longer than the equivalent of 12 months.
• Obtain and maintain ARC Flash and Confined Space certifications within a 12-month probationary period.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, or have the ability and willingness to use alternative transportation to perform duties at locations other than the primary worksite.
• Be available to work after hours and in emergencies, work shifts as needed in a 24/7 operation, and provide callback coverage.
• Be willing to work any assigned shift, including shift variations or rotations based on departmental need and coverage at the Justice Center.
• Complete all sections of the application and supplemental questions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or licenses/certifications in maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building maintenance systems.
• Experience diagnosing malfunctioning power-generating and life safety systems.
• Experience working with varied building portfolios.
• Experience using mobile maintenance devices to receive and complete work orders.
• Experience using computerized building automation control systems (BAS).

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled preventive and corrective maintenance on standard MEP systems and document deficiencies and completed work.
• Troubleshoot malfunctioning HVAC and BAS components, including seasonal winterizing and de-winterizing.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing systems, including clearing traps, snaking drains, repairing pipes, and replacing fixtures.
• Assess and repair electrical systems, including outlets, fixtures, breakers, and related components.
• Respond to emergency service calls involving MEP, life safety, and power generation systems, including coordinating temporary generator connections.
• Provide shift coverage at County facilities, including the Justice Center, during regular and emergency operations.
• Oversee contractors to ensure proper completion of corrective and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Assist leadership with equipment assessments and provide input for the Capital Improvement Plan.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vacation leave
• Sick leave
• Commuter transportation subsidies
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plan