Chief Building Engineer

Building Maintenance Systems Inc (BMSI)

Chief Building Engineer

Washington, DC +1 location
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k) matching

    Bonus based on performance

    Company parties

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Free uniforms

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Tuition assistance

    Vision insurance

    This position is located in Herndon, VA Regular schedule is M- F / 6am until 2:30 pm

    Chief Building Engineer Job Summary:

    A working supervisor fills this position to oversee Engineers and/or Maintenance Mechanics. This leader is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing boiler and auxiliary boiler room equipment. They will also maintain heating, lighting, ventilating, air conditioning, power refrigeration, building electrical and controls, water treatment, and other mechanical and electrical equipment. This position reports to the Property Manager.

    COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

    $49 to $51 per hour depending on experience

    Medical, dental, vision & life insurance

    Paid time off

    401K, after the initial work probation period

    Uniforms and Cell phone reimbursement are available at the time of hire

    Annual bonus program based on performance

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Supports the daily operation of all mechanical equipment in the physical plant and building

    Maintains and repairs building Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Structural, Furniture, Fire, Life Safety, and Control Systems including pneumatics.

    Monitors operations and maintains refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment, boilers, heating, ventilating and hot water equipment, pumps, valves, piping and filters, other mechanical and electrical equipment, changing light bulbs and ballasts

    Ability to troubleshoot Building Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems with little or no supervision

    Performs and/or completes all tenant service requests accurately and with minimal tenant disruptions

    Manage Building Management System (BMS) / Energy Management System

    Maintains maintenance logs and records

    Performs preventive maintenance tasks

    Complies and supports building policies and procedures

    Leads/Actively participates in emergency response procedures technical and safety training programs

    Performs all work using the proper safety equipment and in a safe manner

    Supervises engineering team

    Oversees service and repair contractors throughout the building

    Other duties as assigned

    PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS:

    Follows and disseminates all safety procedures for self and team

    No preventable building operational downtime

    Schedules/Follows maintenance and testing routines

    High Degree of Tenant Satisfaction

    Solid Observational Impression of building and mechanical rooms

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    5 -10 years' experience maintaining equipment and systems in commercial buildings

    Demonstrated knowledge of engineering and building systems

    History of trades education and training

    High-level experience and skills in operating, troubleshooting, maintaining, installing, and repairing equipment

    Basic technology skills necessary to manage work order applications on mobile phone and learn to operate Building Automation Systems

    High School diploma or equivalent, and must be able to communicate effectively in English

    Occasionally work overtime to perform necessary repairs or maintenance that are necessary to complete during off-hours

    Must meet the occupation requirements, such as lifting 50 lbs., walking distances, kneeling for 1 hour, and climbing ladders.

    Must have reliable transportation

    Must possess a CFC Universal certification

    Valid DC 3rd Class Steam Engineers License or 1st or 2nd Class MD Stationary Engineers license not required but a plus

  • Locations
    Washington, DC • Tysons Corner, VA