M26/27 BUILDING OPERATING ENGINEER (GUNSTON)

Arlington Public Schools; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington Public Schools is seeking a 1.0 FTE Building Operating Engineer (M-13) for Gunston Middle School in Arlington, VA. The role requires a high school diploma, completion of an apprenticeship in building trades, and extensive HVAC and general maintenance experience, with a Journey license in HVAC, plumbing, or electricity preferred.

CFC certification and a valid driver's license are required. The position emphasizes preventive maintenance, system diagnostics, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building maintenance.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and manufacturer manuals.
• Experience with energy management and diagnosing mechanical issues.

Responsibilities

• Adjusts, services, repairs HVAC equipment and performs preventive maintenance to maximize efficiency.
• Schedules inspections of gauges, meters, controls, and equipment and prepares reports.
• Inspects and repairs plumbing and electrical systems and performs minor carpentry as needed.
• Operates tools and supports training of staff in mechanical equipment operation.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Electrical/Plumbing maintenance

Blueprints & schematics

Energy management systems

Education

High school diploma

Formal apprenticeship in building trades

Job description

M26/27 BUILDING OPERATING ENGINEER (GUNSTON)

Arlington, VA, United States (On-site)

Job Description

Human Resources announces an opening for a 1.0 Building Operating Engineer, M-13 located at Gunston Middle School. MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from high school, and completion of a formal apprenticeship training in one or more of the building trades, and extensive experience in HVAC and general maintenance or repair work; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the above noted knowledge, skill, and ability. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Journey License in HVAC, plumbing or electricity (Masters in one preferred);Possession of an appropriate, valid vehicle operator's license; Must be CFC certified. NOTE: All APS employees authorized to drive APS vehicles are subject to either the Omnibus Transpiration Act drug or alcohol testing procedures (if required to possess CDL) OR THE APS Alcohol and Drug testing procedures (if CDL is not required).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Comprehensive knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and practices used in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, general maintenance, and computerized energy management procedures and components.Must posses and maintain thorough knowledge of new technologies related to job responsibilities.Ability to interpret and follow the BOCA Mechanical Codes and Arlington County ordinances for proper installation and/or repair of mechanical equipment.Ability to interpret and utilize blueprints and schematics, wiring codes.Ability to observe general building conditions in order to trouble-shoot and repair mechanical systems.Ability to follow written and oral instructions, diagrams, blueprints, schematics (mechanical, electrical and electronic) and manufacturer's manuals, Ability to estimate time and materials needed for small jobs and to perform routine record keeping tasks, written reports and mathematical computations. Ability to inspect, diagnose problems and make repairs or request appropriate support personnel from APS in HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and other services.Ability to work cooperatively with school professional and custodial staff and maintenance personnel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASS(May not include all duties performed; not all incumbents perform all essential functions delineated.)Adjusts, services, repairs, and performs preventative maintenance and filter replacement on all HVAC equipment to ensure optimum efficiency of operation along with Energy Management personnel.Schedules, and conducts inspections of gauges, meters, controls, and equipment (e.g., HVAC systems) to ensure all units are operating properly and prepares inspection and other reports.Inspects and supervises or performs routine preventative maintenance on and minor repairs to plumbing and electrical systems; oversees or performs minor carpentry and related repairs.Operates and maintains field related hand and power tools, able to use ladders and scaffolding, and lift heavy items.Assists in the orientation and training of professional and custodial staff in the operation of mechanical equipment; performs or assists in emergency repairs as required.

Salary range based on FY26-27 Pay Plan.

Arlington Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the Arlington School Board, as stated in Policy G-2.30, Employee Relations – Equal Employment Opportunity - that “Employment opportunities shall not be restricted, abridged or otherwise adversely affected on the basis of race, national origin, creed, color, religion, gender, age, economic status, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and/or disability.

Job Info

• Job Identification 1469
• Job Category Classified
• Posting Date 07/13/2026, 04:22 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations Gunston Middle School, Arlington, VA, 22206, US (On-site)