Facilities Engineer: Systems & Maintenance Pro

National Geographic Society; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

National Geographic Society is seeking an Operating Engineer to support Base Camp and Museum facilities. You will oversee preventive maintenance, operate mechanical and electrical systems, and manage water treatment and energy efficiency on shift.

Requires 4+ years in engineering, a 3rd class DC Steam Operators license, and a CFC certification. Schedule: Wed–Sat, 6:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., on-site at Base Camp.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with continuing education in Mechanical Engineering.
• 4+ years of hands-on engineering experience.
• Must have a 3rd class District of Columbia Steam Operators license and CFC Certification.
• 24 hours of continuing education per year required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and perform preventive maintenance on shift.
• Operate and monitor building mechanical, electrical, and life-safety systems.
• Review operations manuals and OEM specs; suggest energy-saving improvements.
• Perform testing and maintenance of mechanical and life-safety systems.
• Conduct water treatment and system analysis; maintain test logs.

Skills

Steam boiler operation

Chiller systems

EMS knowledge

VFDs and electrical

Fire alarm systems

Water treatment analysis

Mechanical systems

Education

High school diploma

Continuing education in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

EMS software

Office software

Job description

National Geographic Society is seeking an Operating Engineer to support Base Camp and Museum facilities. You will oversee preventive maintenance, operate mechanical and electrical systems, and manage water treatment and energy efficiency on shift.

Requires 4+ years in engineering, a 3rd class DC Steam Operators license, and a CFC certification. Schedule: Wed–Sat, 6:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., on-site at Base Camp.