Lead Operating Engineer (Embassy)

Description

• Supervise maintenance staff when applicable and assign, and monitor maintenance activities and projects
• Develop and maintain effective building-specific maintenance procedures
• Assist with or conduct the daily operations and maintenance of the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and general maintenance requirements for the buildings
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives as related to building operations and practice safe work habits
• Recommend improvements to the preventive maintenance program on an ongoing basis
• Maintain stock and inventory control
• Coordinate maintenance efforts with outside contractors and technicians
• Complete all required C&W Safety Training as scheduled annually.
• Respond immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and customer concerns
• Comply with C&W Uniform Dress Code while working and maintain a neat and clean appearance while on the property at times other than working hours KEY COMPETENCIES
• Ensure management team is informed of current building operations by compiling and submitting monthly reports
• Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work
• Perform preventive maintenance duties, including changing filters, lubricating motors, replacing lamps, ballasts and fixtures, Inspecting and adjusting belts, replacing motor bearings, aligning shafts, and other inspections and maintenance recommended by equipment manufacturers

Requirements

• Graduate of apprentice program or trade school preferred IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE
• Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics AAP/EEO STATEMENT C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. OTHER DUTIES This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques and operations.
• Technical Proficiency
• Must have ability to stoop, stand, climb, frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices
• Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine
• Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
• Experience in operation, maintenance and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, water systems, etc.
• 5+ years of related trade experience in operating mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems in a commercial property setting ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record with periodic checks
• Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing
• Organization Skills
• Thorough knowledge in all building systems operations, maintenance and repair May be only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments); may require shift work and/or on call duties WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Possess a valid “Universal” level certification for CFC and HFC based refrigerants (EPA Section 608); to service, repair, or dispose of equipment that could release ozone depleting refrigerants to the atmosphere or any similar combination of education and experience
• Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License, City Licenses, Operators License, Steam Engineers License, etc.
• Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
• Problem Solving/Analysis IMPORTANT EDUCATION

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance