Operating Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Minimum of 4+ years of hands-on experience in the engineering field.
• Must have a 3rd class District of Columbia Steam Operators license and CFC Certification.
• Extensive practical experience operating and maintaining low-pressure steam boilers.
• Hands-on expertise with centrifugal chillers, packaged AC systems, fan coil units, VAV systems, and refrigeration systems.
• Demonstrated experience in water treatment analysis and maintenance.
• Proficiency in air balance techniques and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Operational knowledge of fire alarm and fire suppression systems.
• Familiarity with Energy Management Systems (EMS) and commercial food service equipment.
• Practical ability to operate and maintain all facilities systems required to deliver a first-class working environment in a Class A office complex.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency with such standard office PCs and standard software applications.

Nice To Haves

• Strong leadership abilities to assist, instruct, and guide maintenance mechanics effectively.
• Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across complex mechanical and electrical systems.
• Proactive problem-solving capabilities focused on energy conservation and process improvement.
• High degree of adaptability and cross-functional teamwork in a dynamic, multi-project environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and provide technical and/or physical assistance with the shift's scheduled preventive maintenance program to ensure timely completion and professional-quality workmanship.
• Operate and/or monitor the building's mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems during the assigned shift. Maintain a written account of shift activities when the Engineering Manager is off-site.
• Review operations manuals, maintenance records, and OEM equipment specifications. Research and recommend operational techniques or improvements to reduce energy usage. Perform inspections of mechanical and engineering spaces assigned to the shift to maintain proper housekeeping standards. Manage timecard records.
• Perform testing, operations, and maintenance of mechanical and life safety systems as required by law or manufacturer recommendations.
• Perform water treatment and system analysis for systems assigned to the shift. Keep a written log of test results, add chemical treatments, maintain treatment systems, and recommend necessary improvements.

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
• 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