Building Engineer (DC 3rd Class)

Spectrum Management; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Management, LLC is recruiting a Chief Building Engineer for Washington, D.C. sites to observe gauges, meters and charts and adjust controls to ensure safe and efficient operation of building systems.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with commercial building operations and maintenance, ensuring equipment is safe, reliable, and well-functioning across the facility. Spectrum Management aims for problem-free accommodation for clients.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of experience operating in a facility with similar characteristics.
• Experience supervising an engineering/maintenance staff of three or more is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on building systems including HVAC, steam, chilled water, electrical, and energy management systems.
• Conduct routine inspections and rounds to identify issues and implement corrective actions.
• Test and ensure compliance of critical building infrastructure and life-safety systems.
• Lead and support engineering/maintenance staff, promoting safety and continuous improvement.
• Represent senior engineering during shifts, respond to service calls and ensure safe operation of all building systems.

Skills

Facility operations

Supervisory experience

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

5+ years facility operations experience

Tools

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Job description

Spectrum Management, LLC has been serving the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 25 years and provides a comprehensive array of services that include construction management, facilities management and real estate development services. Spectrum Management is currently seeking to recruit Chief Building Engineers for several key Washington, D.C. sites to observe and interpret readings on gauges, meters and charts and adjust controls/equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation of the building systems. The ideal candidate will have considerable experience with commercial building operations and maintenance facilities and be able to ensure all equipment is safe and well-functioning. Our goal is to ensure our business’ accommodation is problem-free, reliable and safe so that our clients can operate under the best conditions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on building systems, including HVAC, steam, chilled water, domestic water, electrical, refrigeration, and energy management systems, utilizing Building Automation Systems (BAS) to ensure optimal performance.
• Conduct routine inspections, quality control assessments, and operational rounds throughout the facility to identify potential issues, implement corrective actions, and maintain reliable, efficient building operations.
• Test, maintain, and ensure compliance of critical building infrastructure and life safety systems, including emergency power systems, water treatment systems, elevators, and other essential mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Lead and support engineering and maintenance staff by overseeing daily operations, promoting safety, training, quality assurance, continuous improvement initiatives, and maintaining clean and organized mechanical and electrical spaces.
• Serve as the senior engineering representative during assigned shifts, responding to service calls, addressing environmental and indoor air quality concerns, and ensuring the safe, effective operation and maintenance of all building systems in a secure facility environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Chief Building Engineer may operate in a supervisory capacity for site maintenance, HVAC and engineering staff to coordinate building maintenance/repair duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• 5+ years of experience operating in a facility with similar characteristics and job functions.
• Experience supervising an engineering/maintenance staff of three (3) or more a plus.

Spectrum Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.