DC 3rd-Class Building Engineer — HVAC & Life Safety

Dexterra; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CMI Management LLC, now part of the Dexterra Group, is seeking a Building Engineer to operate and maintain building mechanical/electrical systems on-site in Washington, DC. The role focuses on safe operation, preventive maintenance, and timely response to service requests.

Key duties include monitoring HVAC, performing inspections, ensuring life safety operations, and coordinating with vendors to uphold standards and compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have at least two (5) years of experience in commercial/industrial operations.
• Must have a 3rd Class DC Engineer License
• Must be able to pass background check
• Ability to comprehend written and oral instructions.
• Working knowledge of piping systems.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs., climb/work from ladders, and walk up/downstairs with tools/parts

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain HVAC systems.
• Perform routine inspections of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ensure proper operation of life safety systems (in coordination with vendors).
• Complete scheduled PM tasks in accordance with established standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC components, lighting systems, plumbing fixtures, door hardware, and minor carpentry.
• Respond to occupant service requests.
• Review vendors work for quality and contract compliance.
• Support life safety inspections.

Skills

Teamwork

Results orientation

Accountability

Operational thinking

Education

3rd Class DC Engineer License

Tools

HVAC systems

Life safety systems

Job description

CMI Management LLC, now part of the Dexterra Group, is seeking a Building Engineer to operate and maintain building mechanical/electrical systems on-site in Washington, DC. The role focuses on safe operation, preventive maintenance, and timely response to service requests.

Key duties include monitoring HVAC, performing inspections, ensuring life safety operations, and coordinating with vendors to uphold standards and compliance.