Healthcare Facility Engineer - Hospital Infrastructure

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 41,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Generous paid time off

401(k) plan

Life, AD&D, long-term disability

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Children's National Hospital in Washington, DC is seeking a Building Engineer to maintain a safe, reliable environment for patients, families, staff and visitors. You will perform preventive maintenance on hospital equipment, building systems, and utilities while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires 10 years in hospital or institutional maintenance, strong knowledge of safety standards, and the ability to read blueprints.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 10 years of hospital or institutional building maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on hospital systems.
• Conduct daily building rounds and document readings for compliance.
• Respond to maintenance needs while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Read blueprints and manuals to support repairs and improvements.
• Ensure safety policies and incident reporting.

Skills

Regulations knowledge

Effective communication

Prioritization & multitasking

Oral and written presentations

PC and facilities management software

Blueprints & drawings literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Energy management software

Facilities management programs

Job description

Children's National Hospital in Washington, DC is seeking a Building Engineer to maintain a safe, reliable environment for patients, families, staff and visitors. You will perform preventive maintenance on hospital equipment, building systems, and utilities while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires 10 years in hospital or institutional maintenance, strong knowledge of safety standards, and the ability to read blueprints.