On-Site Utility Distribution Supervisor – Capitol Plant

LAUKOA; Washington; On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

LAUKOA is seeking an On-Site Supervisor to lead utility distribution operations and maintenance at the Capitol Power Plant in Washington, DC. This hands-on leadership role oversees technicians, subcontractors, maintenance planning, quality control, and repairs across steam, chilled water, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems.

This is a full-time, on-site assignment, Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with 24/7 availability for emergencies.

Qualifications

• Formal vocational/technical training in maintenance, mechanical, or electrical work.
• At least five years supervising operations and maintenance in a large facility.
• DC Class 3 Steam Engineer or MD First Grade Engineer equivalent license.
• Multi-discipline competency in HVAC, plumbing, or electrical.
• OSHA 30-hour or USACE 40-hour safety training completed.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations, preventive maintenance, repairs, life-safety activities, and energy management for utilities.
• Plan and schedule work; supervise technicians, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Prepare cost estimates, coordinate projects, and support invoicing.
• Use CMMS to track work orders and maintain records.
• Inspect work, ensure quality, and coordinate corrective actions.
• Perform diagnostics and repairs on mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and life-safety systems.

Skills

Planning & Scheduling

Supervision

Communication

Blueprint Reading

Adaptability

Emergency Response

Education

Technical/Vocational Training in Maintenance

OSHA 30-hour Safety Certification

USACE Safety Training (40-hour)

Tools

CMMS Proficiency

MS Office Suite

Job description

LAUKOA is seeking an On-Site Supervisor to lead utility distribution operations and maintenance at the Capitol Power Plant in Washington, DC. This hands-on leadership role oversees technicians, subcontractors, maintenance planning, quality control, and repairs across steam, chilled water, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems.

This is a full-time, on-site assignment, Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with 24/7 availability for emergencies.