Building Engineer

Addison Group; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking a Building Engineer in Chantilly, VA to maintain and operate all mechanical and electrical systems within a data center. You will work 12-hour shifts on a 4-on/4-off schedule, supporting vendors and ensuring uptime for critical infrastructure.

The role requires 2-5 years of HA data center experience and a relevant technical degree; a CFC refrigeration license is a plus. Addison Group offers growth opportunities in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of electrical and mechanical experience in High Availability environments (Data Centers, Manufacturing, Hospital).
• College/Technical degree preferred but will consider applicants with equivalent work-related experience.
• CFC refrigeration license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides maintenance support for all mechanical and environmental systems.
• Operates and maintains all mechanical and electrical systems in the data center complex.
• Assists outside vendors/contractors for specialized maintenance, repairs, and mechanical projects.
• Supports building controls systems for chiller plants, HVAC, cooling towers, water systems, and fire systems.
• Supervises third-party activities and services.
• Performs basic security-related duties as needed.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Education

College/Technical degree

CFC refrigeration license (plus)

Job description

Role: Building Engineer

Location: Chantilly, VA

Pay Rate Range: $38 - $47 / Hour DOE

Internal Job ID: 10081396

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Are you looking for a growth opportunity for a reputable company with a positive work environment?

Our client is looking for a Building Engineer to join their team.

Job Responsibilities

Position Summary: The Data Center Building Engineer provides maintenance support for the Data Center and campus. Operates and maintains all mechanical and electrical systems in the systems and complex. Provides assistance to outside vendors/contractors for specialized maintenance, repairs, and mechanical projects. Provides critical support to facility with 12-hour shifts working a 4 day on 4 days off work week. 6am to 6pm Sun/Mon/Tues and every other Wednesday. This position reports to the Facilities Manager.

Essential Job Functions

• Receives direction from the Building Engineer Lead.
• Accountable for infrastructure systems uptime, monitoring critical systems within tolerances, frequent building inspections while providing reliable service delivery to colocation customers.
• Operation of all mechanical and electrical systems in a reliable and cost-effective manner for the complex.
• Effectively learn and utilize building controls systems of chiller plants, HVAC systems, cooling towers, other water systems, and fire systems.
• Provide maintenance support for all mechanical and environmental systems, make repair suggestions, while providing feedback and improvement recommendations for the procedures.
• Ability to climb and work from ladders, man hoists or lifts, and the ability to lift and carry heavy loads (up to 50lbs.).
• Contribute to minor repairs and light duty construction which includes physical structures, plumbing systems, wide range of HVAC equipment, and electrical distribution.
• Oversees third party activities and services.
• Assist in some very basic security related duties.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of electrical and mechanical experience working in High Availability (Data Centers, Manufacturing, Hospital) environments.
• College/Technical degree preferred but will consider applicants with equivalent work-related experience.

Experience

• Electric/pneumatic controls operation.
• Assist in the formulation, implementation, and adherence to safety policies and procedures related to the daily operations of the facilities. Participation in safety, knowledge and skills training.
• Previous military experience a plus.
• CFC refrigeration license a plus.

Skills and Abilities

• Reading and understanding blueprints, schematics, control ladder drawings and flow charts.
• Setup and use test equipment, including volt ohm meters, balancing and alignment equipment, refrigerant leak detection, refrigerant reclaim units.
• Requires understanding and principal working knowledge of parallel redundant UPS systems, standby diesel generators, large-chilled water systems, automated controls troubleshooting and setup.

Why choose Addison IT?

• Pay: We negotiate high salaries using U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses.
• Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s job openings lead to potential permanent employment.
• Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations.
• Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home.
• Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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