Lead Mechanic

Complete Building Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Company match 401(k)

Flexible vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Gym memberships

Employee assistance

Job summary

Complete Building Services (CBS) is seeking a Lead Mechanic to supervise the operation, maintenance, and upkeep of equipment at The World War II Memorial in Washington, DC. You will ensure systems run efficiently, manage daily upkeep of fountains, lighting, and safety systems, and coordinate contractors.

The role requires 5+ years of commercial building maintenance, EPA refrigerant handling certification, a high school diploma or GED, and strong customer service.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial building maintenance.
• EPA refrigerant handling certification (required).
• High school/GED.
• Pass background check.
• Excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation, maintenance, and upkeep of equipment at the site.
• Daily upkeep and maintenance of equipment including fountains, lights, walkways, restrooms, and safety systems.
• Daily water treatment and testing of fountain water.
• Maintenance of pumps, lights, ventilation equipment at fountains.
• Over-site of contractors and vendors.

Skills

Commercial building maintenance

Customer service

Team leadership

Education

High school/GED

Tools

EPA refrigerant handling certification

Job description

About the Role

Complete Building Services—a Donohoe Company, is hiring a Lead Mechanic to support our efforts in maintainingThe World War II Memorial. The Lead Mechanic is responsible for overseeing the operation, maintenance, and general up keep of equipment. This role ensures that all systems function efficiently.

• Daily upkeep and maintenance of equipment includes above fountains, pools, lights, walkways, public restrooms, fire alarm system, and lighting controls
• Daily water treatment and testing of fountain water
• Maintenance of below fountains - pumps lights, ventilation equipment
• Over-site of contractors

Salary: $30.00 + per hour

Monday - Friday 6:00 am 2:30 (Saturday and Sunday hours as needed)

You Should Have

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in commercial building maintenance
• EPA refrigerant handling certification (required)
• High school/GED
• Pass background check
• Excellent customer service

EOE, including disability/veterans

Why You'll Love Working With Us

Complete Building Services (CBS) is passionate about keeping buildings and facilities running at their best across the commercial and government sectors. As the largest division of The Donohoe Companies, Inc.—Washington, DC’s oldest and most established real estate company—CBS has built a strong reputation for excellence. Our success comes from our people, and it shows: we’ve been recognized multiple times by the Washington Business Journal as a "Best Place to Work."

Perks & Benefits

At CBS, we believe in taking care of our team. We offer:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA)
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Flexible vacation and commuter benefits
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education and certifications
• Employee discounts (including hotels and vendor products)
• Gym memberships
• Employee Assistance Program with a wide range of resources and services

We value diversity, inclusion, and teamwork—because when people can bring their authentic selves to work, everyone thrives.

Join CBS and discover how the best work of your career could start here.