Engineer - Second Operator

Amentum; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Engineer - Second Operator to join their team in McLean, Virginia. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining HVAC systems, ensuring efficient performance, and responding to emergencies. With required experience in commercial equipment operation and a high school diploma, this full-time role offers a competitive salary and is aimed at individuals capable of working rotational shifts.

Qualifications

• Universal CFC certification required within one year.
• Two years’ experience as a mechanic/operator of commercial HVAC systems.
• Ability to comprehend written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain assigned chillers and HVAC equipment.
• Monitor water treatment program for cooling equipment.
• Respond to emergencies on assigned equipment.

Skills

Basic knowledge of refrigeration

Controls

Electricity

HVAC systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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JOB FUNCTION: Operates and maintains equipment on scheduled rotating shifts for air conditioning and/or refrigeration.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate and maintain assigned chillers and HVAC equipment.
• Make periodic tours of assigned equipment and systems within the Central Plant, recording required data.
• Monitor water treatment program for cooling equipment.
• Report all faults, deficiencies, and unusual occurrences to supervisor.
• Respond to emergencies on assigned equipment, performing all tasks necessary for the protection of property and personnel.
• Handling and processing classified waste. Maintain written records.
• Maintain security and cleanliness in assigned secured work areas.
• Responsible for the duties of HVAC Grade II as assigned by Chief Engineer on maintenance days.
• Monitor and execute the Lock-out/Tag-out program.
• Perform other job-related work as required.
  
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be capable of working with the tools of the operating engineer's trade.
• Basic knowledge of refrigeration, controls, electricity, chemical treatment and HVAC systems.
• Universal CFC certification. Must have or obtain in one year.
• Ability to comprehend written and oral instructions.
• Must work scheduled rotational shifts, including days, evenings, nights, holidays and weekends.
  
  

EXPERIENCE: Two years’ experience as a mechanic/operator of commercial equipment including HVAC systems required.

EDUCATION: High school, technical school, apprenticeship, trade school graduate or equivalent required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to write correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
  
  

SECURITY: Must be a U.S. Citizen, able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Security Clearance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbents may work in conditions that require operating industrial machinery/power tools and motor vehicles. Additionally, incumbents may participate in work that requires walking, bending, squatting, and carrying materials throughout the facility. Workplace conditions necessitate following strict safety guidelines and the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Work tasks requiring the incumbent to lift weight more than 50 pounds requires two or more persons.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee may perform on an occasional to regular basis while performing functions of this job. The work environment characteristics describe here are representative of those an employee may encounter on an occasional to regular basis while performing the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these functions.

The Government has full and complete control over granting, denying, withholding, or terminating security clearances for Contractor employees. Decisions on clearance requirements for positions will ultimately be decided by the customer based on access and requirements. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to ensure these decisions are approved and executed based on the customers guidance.

NOTE: The job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be assigned other job-related duties, within the classification, to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

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  Full-time

Job function

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  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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