Building Engineer

ACTION FACILITIES MANAGEMENT INC•Quantico, VA

5d•$41 - $41

About The Position

The Building Engineer operates and maintains the assigned facility and all related systems/ components. Performs tours of areas and/or equipment as directed by management and required under contract specification. Performs preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, service calls, diagnostic services, and incidental, minor, and major repairs as required. Pay Rate: $40.64 per hour. This is a union position Shift: Shifts may include 10:00pm - 6:00am; 6:00am - 2:00pm; or 2:00pm - 10:00pm

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum 2 years of engineering/ facility maintenance experience working in a commercial facility or campus style setting such as a college, hospital, or government facility
EPA Section 608 Universal
Ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance, upon hire
Driver’s license
Knowledge of basic refrigeration cycles and electrical circuits.
Ability to troubleshoot minor equipment failures under minimal supervision.
Ability to use work order management software (e.g., Asset Essentials or Facility Dude) to log labor and materials.
Understanding of the basic steam cycle, thermodynamics, and refrigeration cycles.
Proficiency with pneumatic and electronic controls, as well as precision testing equipment for combustion analysis.
Ability to work both independently and in a team setting
Ability to proficiently speak English and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders including team members, government personnel, and company leadership
Ability to effectively time manage and complete tasks in an efficient manner
Must be physically capable of stooping, standing, sitting.
Must be physically capable of reaching with arms and fingers.
Must be physically capable of lifting 50lbs.
Must be physically capable of climbing ladders and performing overhead work.
Must have the ability to maintain assigned work hours.
Must have sufficient endurance to perform task over long periods of time.

Nice To Haves

Specialized training in a trade field, preferred
Manufacturer training on chillers, boilers, and pumps, preferred

Responsibilities

Perform preventive, predictive, and/or repair maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, including HVAC units, boilers, and chillers.
Track equipment performance via Building Automation Systems (BAS) or Direct Digital Controls (DDC) to ensure optimal energy efficiency and environmental conditions.
Respond to tenant service calls for minor repairs, such as fixing leaky plumbing fixtures, replacing light ballasts, or adjusting thermostats.
Conduct critical and accurate routine building rounds to check for leaks, unusual noises, or safety hazards in mechanical rooms.
Confirm and log proper operations of all equipment, including pressures, temperatures, airflows, etc.
Adhere strictly to OSHA standards, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and hazardous material handling.
Startup, regulate, and safely shut down high-pressure steam boilers and large-tonnage centrifugal or air-cooled chillers.
Conduct daily chemical analysis of boiler feed water and chilled water loops; blend and introduce treatments to prevent corrosion or scale.
Record hourly readings of gauges, meters, and charts to track fuel usage, steam pressure, and refrigerant levels.
Perform "punching tubes" (cleaning) on condensers, lubricating pump bearings, and replacing defective valves or traps.
Diagnose malfunctions in auxiliary equipment, including feedwater pumps, cooling towers, and draft fans.
Evaluate operational systems and facility infrastructure to ascertain and improve operational efficiencies.
Assist in planning and coordinating infrastructure and equipment maintenance schedules and activities.
Coordinate and oversee contractors performing maintenance activities.
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, building codes, and health and safety standards.
Operate and maintain critical systems such as HVAC, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), generators, batteries, switchgear, life safety and building automated systems, and utility systems.
Make periodic inspections of all engineering systems and equipment and monitoring equipment operations, maintain equipment operating logs and operational reports as required.
Other duties as assigned