Chief Engineer
$144,602–$144,602 year
On-siteDistrict of Columbia, United States
Job Summary
Oversee daily building operations for a large Northwest Washington, DC facility, assigning work, inspecting quality, and ensuring full compliance with contract requirements and safety standards. Perform diagnostics and repairs on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and high-voltage systems while managing maintenance schedules, budgets, and resource planning through the CMMS. Serve as the primary point of contact for after-hours emergencies, remaining available 24/7 to address critical failures and urgent issues. Provide hands-on training for new employees, review subordinate performance, and maintain detailed records and reports. Develop operational budgets and estimate costs for building service requests. Work Monday through Friday from 6am to 2pm with occasional weekend or holiday availability as required for system maintenance and repairs.
Required Qualifications
- DC 1st Class Engineer License
- High School diploma or equivalent
- additional technical training or certification building system maintenance
- Minimum seven (7) years of experience in building maintenance, electrical systems, or facility management
- Experience with high-voltage electrical systems, emergency power systems, and HVAC operations
- Proficiency in building management systems (BMS) and computerized maintenance systems (CMMS)
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal building codes
- Technical expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building maintenance
- Strong leadership skills to assign work, inspect quality, and train personnel
- Ability to develop and manage maintenance schedules, budgets, and resource planning
- Excellent problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve system issues
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for record-keeping, reporting, and stakeholder coordination
- Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to emergencies and operational disruptions
- Must be able to walk, stand, climb ladders, and perform hands-on repairs
- Must be able to lift heavy objects, work in confined spaces, and operate tools and equipment
- Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including eye protection, gloves, and safety footwear
- Standard work hours with 24/7 availability for emergency response
- Occasional weekend or holiday work as required for system maintenance and repairs
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