Plant Operator

The Donohoe Companies, Inc.; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Tuition reimbursement

401k plan with match

Flexible vacation

Job summary

The Donohoe Companies, Inc. is seeking a skilled Plant Operator in Fairfax, VA to support the operation and maintenance of a large commercial facility. Responsibilities include operating and monitoring utility equipment such as boilers and chillers, ensuring safety compliance, and accurate documentation.

The job requires a DC 3rd Class Engineer license and EPA 608 certification. We offer competitive salaries and a full slate of benefits, including tuition reimbursement and a 401k plan. Join us for a fulfilling career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating boilers and/or chiller plant systems in a commercial/industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of boiler operations and basic chemistry concepts.
• Basic generator run log knowledge and documentation experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor boiler systems; support basic boiler water chemistry activities.
• Operate and monitor chiller systems, including cooling towers and related equipment.
• Perform routine generator operational checks and maintain run logs.

Skills

Boiler operation

Chiller systems knowledge

BAS operational experience

Education

DC 3rd Class Engineer license

EPA 608 (Universal CFC)

Job description

Overview

Overview

Complete Building Services (CBS) is a company that is passionate about the operation and maintenance of buildings/facilities in the commercial and government sectors. CBS is the largest division of The Donohoe Companies, Inc. - Washington DC's most established real estate company. At CBS, we celebrate and empower our talented employees - and it shows as we have been ranked by the Washington Business Journal as the "Best Place to Work" multiple times.

• Perks & Benefits

We offer a full slate of benefits, including competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, flexible vacation, commuter benefits, and a 401k plan with a match. And...we offer some not-so-standard, extra great benefits, including tuition reimbursement for education/certifications, employee discounts programs (including hotels and our vendor's products), and an Employee Assistance Program that offers free financial consultants, therapists, and lawyers. We value diversity and believe in forming teams in which everyone can be their authentic self is the key to our success. Come join us, and find out what the best work of your career could look like for you.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Plant Operator to support the operation and maintenance of a large commercial facility in Northern VA, (Fairfax).

Schedule

• Second Shift
• Hours: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
• Days: Friday-Tuesday

Position Summary

Operate, monitor, and maintain central utility plant equipment to support safe, reliable building operations. Responsibilities include boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, generators, and diesel fuel systems. Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to safety and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor boiler systems; support basic boiler water chemistry and treatment activities.
• Operate and monitor chiller systems, including cooling towers, condenser/chilled water pumps, and related equipment.
• Perform routine generator operational checks and maintain basic generator run logs.
• Support diesel fuel operations for dual-fired equipment, including tank inspections and familiarity with equipment controls/monitoring.
• Utilize BAS to monitor equipment status, alarms, and trends; Siemens Desigo experience is a plus.
• Document rounds, readings, and operational activities per site standards.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating boilers and/or chiller plant systems in a commercial/industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of boiler operations and basic chemistry concepts.
• Basic generator run log knowledge and documentation experience.
• Experience supporting diesel fuel systems and tank inspections for dual-fired equipment.
• BAS operational experience (monitoring, alarm response, basic navigation).

Required Qualifications

• DC 3rd Class Engineer license
• EPA 608 (Universal CFC)

EOE, including disability/veterans