Operating Engineer (Strong Plumbing experience) - Boston, MA (2nd shift)

UG2; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UG2 is seeking an Operating Engineer to maintain and repair building systems, including boilers, pumps, HVAC, electrical controls and plumbing in a commercial property in Boston, MA. You will operate and service critical equipment, perform minor repairs, and follow safety and regulatory guidelines daily.

The role requires hands-on experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with tenants and managers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related work experience in operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial property setting.
• Working knowledge of all tools and equipment and ability to perform maintenance and repair procedures.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and stand for extended periods; strong organizational and communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and responsive communication with building occupants and management.
• Ability to learn and adapt to technological advances; Weekly Fire Pump Test Certification.

Responsibilities

• Operation, maintenance and minor repairs of boilers, pumps, valves and piping for steam and hot water systems.
• Maintenance of refrigerant equipment, air conditioning systems and related controls, including safety compliance.
• Maintenance of gas distribution lines, water distribution, filtration and plumbing systems within the building.
• Maintenance of electrical motors, control systems, VFDs and power distribution components.
• Inventory control for parts; upkeep of equipment rooms and building automation systems for HVAC and lighting.
• Perform minor repairs on furniture and floors; locksmithing and door maintenance as needed.
• Assist in building design understanding and coordination with facilities teams.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Tools & equipment knowledge

Heavy lifting

Stand for long periods

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Tech adaptability

Fire Pump Test Certification

Tools

CMMS

Job description

TheOperating Engineerwill comply with all federal, state, and local laws, and regulations as well as the Employer’s safety policies and directives. The engineers will perform any or all of the following skilled and technical duties but not necessarily limited to performing work under a work order or computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), operating or assisting in operating all heating and ventilation and air conditioning equipment, engines, turbines, motors, combustion engines, pumps, air compressors, ice and refrigerating machines, air conditioning units, filters, dryers, fans, siphons, also automatic and power-oiling pumps and engines, as well as other such normal or evolved building systems as installed within the building(s), more specifically described as follows:

Job Responsibilities

• Operation, maintenance and minor repairs of all boilers, heaters pumps, valves, appurtenances, and lines used in the distribution of steam and heated or processed water.
• Operation, maintenance and minor repairs of refrigerant compressors, condensers, evaporators, traps, transfer pumps, expansion valves, stop valves and float valves, together with all refrigerant lines and devices used to control temperature, and air conditioning systems in their entirety, including the use of approved recovery equipment and processes to comply with the law.
• Operation, maintenance, and minor repairs of pumps handling brines or other secondary refrigerating liquids, including water, together with all valves, appurtenances and lines used in the system.
• Operation, maintenance, and minor repairs of air compressors, together with distribution lines and all valves and devices for air control, including air dryer and filtering and separating systems.
• Operation, maintenance, and minor repairs of all natural and manufactured gas distribution lines, including all valves and devices for their distribution, regulation, and control.
• Operation, maintenance and minor repairs of water filters, softeners, piping, expansion tanks, and pumps used in conjunction with water distribution, including all sinks and toilet bowls, including all supply lines, drains, water lines, control devices and sprinkler systems.
• Operating, maintenance and minor repairs of all types of electrical motors and engines used to power pumps, compressors, generators, and fans.
• All electrical/control systems work and minor repairs including circuit diagnostics tracing and troubleshooting, operating, maintaining, and minor repairing all motor controls and related equipment drivers such as variable frequency drives (VFD’s).
• Tools considered as necessary to be fulfillment of the duties of the engineer shall include those which may be required in the performance of his duties, including such types of special equipment necessary to operate, maintain and repair the equipment listed.
• Operation, maintenance, and minor repairs of all fuel oil systems including piping, pumps, valves, strainers, filters, floats, separators, lines, and controls.
• Operation, maintenance and minor repairs of building automation systems for HVAC, lighting, and other controlled mediums, including consoles, data gathering panels, remote sensors and indicating devices.
• Operation, maintenance and minor repairs of piping and domestic plumbing and sanity sewer systems, sump pumps including basins and sumps, grease traps, water closets, urinals, flush valves, angle stops and piping. This includes clearing blockages in fixtures and lines as needed and on a preventative basis as well.
• Maintenance and minor repairs of trash/recycling/composting/bailing compactors, including electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Maintenance and minor repairs of all kitchen equipment excluding tenant owned equipment.
• Operating, maintenance and minor repairs of all Safety related equipment, including support of testing for life safety related equipment.
• Inventory control for parts and materials required to perform such maintenance and minor repairs to the building systems.
• Equipment room maintenance and minor repairs to maintain the physical condition and appearance of these rooms and equipment located within them.
• Perform minor repairs on furniture and floors.
• Operates and maintains locksmithing log and performs general locksmithing within the facility.
• Maintains doors.
• Has a general understanding of building design and construction procedures.

IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of related work experience in operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial property setting
• Must have a working knowledge of all tools and equipment
• Must have general hands-on knowledge of both maintenance and repair procedures
• The ability to lift heavy equipment
• The ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Excellent organizational skills
• Effective communication skills
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Written and verbal communication skills to provide quality customer service
• Ability to learn and adapt to technological advances
• Weekly Fire Pump Test Certification

About Us

UG2 is committed to delivering the highest standard of facility services and solutions in the commercial, corporate, education, retail, public venue, healthcare, life science and industrial markets.

Founded in 2012, UG2 is privately held and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. We also have regional offices in Chicago, Washington, D.C., New York City, West Palm Beach, Los Angeles and