Lead Operating Engineer - Campus Utilities Leader

American University; Washington; On-site; USD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

American University in Washington, DC seeks a Lead Operating Engineer to supervise Operating Engineers and staff in the Energy Management unit. You will oversee inspection, operation, maintenance, and repair of campus utility systems, ensuring reliability and energy efficiency on campus.

This full-time, on-campus role requires coordinating shifts, training staff, and responding to after-hours requests while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with high pressure steam boilers not to exceed 400 HP or related boiler/refrigeration equipment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Team Lead; schedule work, set priorities, and direct staff.
• Operate and maintain campus thermal systems and related equipment; troubleshoot.
• Maintain records of inspections, operation, and repairs to build historical data.
• Perform facilities commissioning activities for new or upgraded systems.
• Complete training and maintain an Individual Development Plan.
• Support after-hours and weekend requests via the customer response center (2Fix).
• Prepare accident/incident reports and corrective action documentation.

Skills

Championing Customer Needs

Building and Supporting Teams

Evaluating and Implementing Ideas

Making Accurate Judgments and Decisons

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

American University in Washington, DC seeks a Lead Operating Engineer to supervise Operating Engineers and staff in the Energy Management unit. You will oversee inspection, operation, maintenance, and repair of campus utility systems, ensuring reliability and energy efficiency on campus.

This full-time, on-campus role requires coordinating shifts, training staff, and responding to after-hours requests while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.