Operating Engineer III

Comstock • Arlington, VA, US • 4d ago

Job Overview

The Operating Engineer III position requires strong technical, mechanical and administrative skills necessary to operate and maintain our properties. The primary focus of this position centers on providing high levels of customer service including on-site and on-call plant operational support. #weshowup

Responsibilities

Provide Class "A" customer service – Building a good rapport with tenants and going above and beyond whenever possible
Maintain and repair all types of building equipment, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls (electrical & pneumatic)
Complete work assignments thoroughly and efficiently with limited supervision
Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair building equipment related to the efficient operation of the building equipment and systems
Support the property maintenance team, working on assigned customer service requests, active with construction projects and supporting special set ups relating to events
Support senior chief engineer to achieve compliance at your property location(s)
Maintain good tenant relations through prompt and courteous response to tenant request within the guidelines set forth
Perform predictive maintenance, preventative maintenance, routine maintenance and service requests as directed
Assist contractors and ensure contracted services are being performed safely and in accordance with established work standards and practices
Maintain and complete documentation for fire extinguishers, fire suppression systems, building alarm contacts, and other building fire life safety systems
Maintain and repair single phase electrical breakers, switches, receptacles, junction boxes, conduit, lights, and ballasts
Maintain and repair plumbing components including toilets, urinals, lavatories, flush valves, water fountains, sinks, drains, water heaters, piping, and sump pumps
Provide all other building maintenance, repair, and restorative procedures as directed
Perform general Handyman tasks to maintain buildings
Occasional overtime and holiday work will be required
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Experienced with various types of hand tools and use of diagnostic equipment
CFC Universal Refrigerant Certification required
Trade or Maintenance License preferred
Exposure to a CMMS system a plus
Proven safety record and compliance to safe work practices
Proficient computer skills including e-mail, word and excel
Must have valid driver's license without major violations
Ability to diagnosis problems, make sound decisions, prioritize, schedule and complete multiple tasks
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and equipment manuals
Must be highly credible and trustworthy, and operate with high degree of integrity
Must hold oneself and others accountable and strive for a high level of excellence
Must have a positive, can-do attitude and be able to fuel growth and innovation
Must be customer-focused and results-oriented
Must want to continuously learn and develop
Exceptional oral and written communication, active listening, and organizational skills
Ability to establish strong working relationships with others in team setting
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
Self-directed and able to work independently, with minimal supervision

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physically able to operate electric hand tools, work on a ladder, carry tools and lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Able to work in close spaces such as closets, crawl space and able to work on roofs of buildings
Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, twist, and/or reach
Continuous repetitive motions
Work under variable temperature conditions (or extreme heat or cold), under variable noise levels, outdoors/indoors, around fumes and/or hazards, around dust and/or mite hazards, around chemicals and bio-hazards

Benefits

Compensation: