Operating Engineer

American University; Washington; On-site; USD 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

American University is seeking an Operating Engineer to support the operation, maintenance, and repair of campus utility systems. You will work under the supervision of senior engineers to ensure reliable building services, respond to after-hours requests, and mentor junior staff.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, experience with steam and heating systems, and a commitment to safety and regulatory compliance. Evening/weekend shifts are required on a relief basis.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3rd Class DC Steam Engineer's license (non-restricted) by date of hire is required (per Additional Eligibility Qualifications).
• Familiarity with facility maintenance and utility systems is expected.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair campus utility systems to ensure reliability and energy efficiency.
• Coordinate and supervise assigned staff; train new personnel as needed.
• Respond to after-hours and weekend facility requests and document activities in LMS.

Skills

Customer service

Team coordination

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Facilities Management Certificate

LEED Green Associate Certification

Job description

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University

Department: Operating Engineering 1

Time Type: Full time

Job Type: Regular

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Modality: Full On Campus Presence

Union: Excluded

Summary:

The Operating Engineer, under the direction of the Assistant Chief and Lead Operating Engineers, works interdependently to resolve facility issues and customer concerns. Provides support in the operation, maintenance, and repair activities associated with the University's utility systems. Supports the resolution of after-hours and weekend requests. May be required to handle the responsibilities of other Operating Engineers or Assistant Operating Engineers in their absence. Coordinates and reviews the work of others, and trains and mentors new staff members and others as appropriate.

Essential Functions:

Participates in the operation, maintenance (preventative and predictive), trouble shooting, and repair of campus thermal systems (including but not limited to steam, chilled water, and heating water), related plant equipment, water treatment systems (including but not limited to natatorium systems, boiler systems, and chiller systems) as well as maintenance and repair of domestic water & sewer campus distribution systems, and campus gas utility distribution systems to assure the fitness for use and reliability of our buildings, systems and equipment. Trains Assistant Operating Engineers and FMT as required with regards to the above systems. Operates and maintains systems to meet department, reliability, and energy efficiency objectives along with regulatory compliance requirements.

Maintains records pertaining to the inspection, operation, maintenance and repair of campus utilities systems, and related plant equipment to build a database from which historical data can be used to optimize scheduling and repair of critical components of the heating and cooling systems. Makes recommendations to improve the efficiency and reliability of campus managed utility systems. Responsible for the proper storage and usage of tools and equipment used in the repair operations to ensure the availability of an adequate operating inventory of tools and supplies.

Performs inspections of campus utilities systems, and related plant equipment tests to ensure that boiler and chiller water chemistry is within acceptable limits and maintains proper chemical water treatment through the knowledge and application of approved training provided by the chemical distributor.

Supports in the resolution of afterhours and weekend request received though the customer response center line (2Fix).

Completes approved training and performance requirements to meet department goals as well as regulatory requirements. Maintains an IDP (Individual Development Plan). Ensures all items are documented in the LMS (Learning Management System).

Competencies:

• Championing Customer Needs.
• Building and Supporting Teams.
• Evaluating and Implementing Ideas.
• Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

Full-time.

40 hours per week.

Evening and weekend work is required. This position will be required to work multiple shifts. Current shift schedules are (7AM to 3PM, 3PM to 11PM, 11PM to 7AM). This is a relief position, 24/7 coverage. The incumbent will be required to work a second consecutive shift should their relief fail to arrive for the next shift. The incumbent is required to work unscheduled shifts as needed.

Salary Range:

$37.25 - $41.00 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent.

1 - 3 years of relevant experience working in: 1.) A plant having high pressure steam boilers not to exceed four hundred (400) horsepower or a combination of high- pressure boilers and heating boilers or refrigeration equipment, not to exceed a total of four hundred (400) horsepower; 2.) A heating plant having low pressure steam boilers with a pump return and refrigeration equipment, with no limitation on total capacity; or 3.) A heating plant having hot water boilers and refrigeration equipment, with no limitation on total capacity.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Facilities Management Certificate.
• LEED Green Associate Certification.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

1.) Required Education & Licenses

H.S. Diploma or equivalent. 3rd Class DC Steam Engineer's license (non-restricted) by the date of hire. Must possess a