Operating Engineer

Overview

Job Title: Operating Engineer

Job Description

Summary:

Responsible to ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment and systems for the assigned property(s). Responsibilities include maintaining a clean and safe working environment, performing rounds, conducting routine assessments, performing day-to-day preventive and corrective maintenance, painting, and housekeeping for assigned properties.

• Perform all plumbing, electrical, or HVAC requirements of the building(s).
• Maintain heating equipment, chillers (air and/or water cooled), DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, VAV and air distribution systems, etc.
• Monitor and adjust all mechanical/pneumatic equipment, steam stations, control gauges, distributor panels, valves, thermostats, diffusers, and other equipment necessary to provide a comfortable environment for the buildings.
• Verify field conditions and perform any necessary repairs or adjustments.
• Monitor energy management.
• Repair doors, ceilings, hand railings, floors and other general repairs, adjustments and installations about the property.
• Perform repairs to plumbing fixtures (water closets, urinals, flush valve assemblies, lavatories, etc.).
• Perform preventive maintenance duties in accordance with standards, building protocol, manufacturer recommendations and industry best practices, including changing filters, cleaning coils, flushing condensers, lubricating bearings, inspecting and adjusting belts, replacing motor bearings, aligning pulleys and shafts, and monitoring water chemical treatment and related feed equipment; clean and maintain cooling towers and perform annual inspections and other scheduled routines as directed.
• Inspect engine room equipment, fan room equipment, cooling tower, motors, house pumps, electric rooms, backup generator, fire pumps, sump pumps, and ejector pumps. Replace lamps and fixtures, reinstall or replace signage, and ensure rooms are clean and clear of obstructions.
• Check for properly operating emergency exit signs and lights and ensure free and clear access to emergency stairs and exits. Perform additional fire and life safety inspections as per NFPA and local jurisdiction, standards, and directives.
• Document and report activities to supervisor.
• Respond immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure) and customer concerns.
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies, and company directives as relates to building operations, and practice safe work habits.
• Complete all required safety training as scheduled annually.
• Comply with uniform dress code and maintain a neat appearance while on the property.

• Technical Proficiency
• Initiative
• Flexibility
• Multi-Tasking
• Sense of Urgency

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of apprentice program or trade school preferred

• 5+ years of related work experience operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial property setting

• Appropriate license/permit for the trade as required (e.g., Journeyman or Master Electrician License, local licenses, Refrigeration Certificate of Fitness, High-Pressure Boiler License, High-Pressure Steam Operator, etc.).
• May require certification as a Universal Technician for CFCs depending on market licensure requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record where applicable.
• Basic computing skills (Outlook, Excel & Word).
• Experience in operation, maintenance and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, water systems, etc.
• Knowledge of energy management systems, techniques and operations.
• Thorough knowledge of building systems operations, maintenance and repair.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment and may require travel between properties under varying weather conditions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Ability to stoop, stand, climb,…