Building Engineer Ii Jobs

Position Information

The Facilities Maintenance Division within the Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking a Building Engineer II to perform skilled maintenance and repairs to over 90 medium, large, and complex mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) building systems and equipment. The employee will also monitor over 38 County buildings using multiple computerized building automation control systems to assist with diagnosing malfunctions and problems with MEP, power generating, and life safety systems.

Specific duties include:

• Diagnosing, testing, and making MEP system repairs including reading and interpreting drawings, clearing drain traps, snaking drain lines, repairing pipes and replacing plumbing fixtures, electrical outlets, light fixtures, breakers, and resolving complex control issues;
• Coordinating the operation of assigned buildings and providing oversight and training to Building Engineer I's and Facilities Maintenance Mechanic II's to resolve complex issues;
• Coordinating the connection of roll-up generators to County emergency power systems for routine and emergency work and when work is performed by contractors;
• Performing administrative duties including shop inventory control and closing work orders using mobile devices or computers; and
• Performing preventive maintenance and inspections to standard systems and equipment and identifying deficiencies and resolution based on operator use and manufacturer's recommendations;
• Providing shift coverage to the Stationary Watch Engineers in the Justice Center and throughout the County as needed and during emergency situations.
• Coordinating and conducting seasonal maintenance inspections including winterizing and de-winterizing equipment measures and recording all completed work;
• Responding to all types of emergency service requests to minimize damage by either repairing or shutting down MEP systems and Power Generating Equipment, resetting Life Safety Equipment and/or calling contractors;
• Troubleshooting and monitoring inoperable or malfunctioning systems, equipment, and Building Automation systems components to make temperature and schedule adjustments;
• Inspecting corrective and preventative maintenance tasks performed by in-house and contract staff to ensure work has been completed in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations and/or as required by contract;

The ideal candidate will have experience performing duties in a fast-paced work environment with the ability to troubleshoot and diagnose system issues accurately and quickly. Additionally, they will be customer-oriented, a dependable team member, and have carpentry knowledge and skills to correctly repair building systems and components.

Selection Criteria

Minimum:

• High school/equivalent;
• Graduate of apprenticeship program/trade school in electricity or must possess a HVAC-R licensure;
• Must possess a Universal Refrigerant Recovery License; and
• Four (4) years of experience in difficult assignments in commercial buildings or a similarly complex environment in more than one of the following areas: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, emergency management, power equipment, generators and/or general mechanical repairs.

Substitution: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis.

Desirable: Preference may be given to candidates with experience or licensure/certifications in one or more of the following:

• Performing maintenance, diagnosing and repairs to mechanical, electrical, plumbing and building maintenance systems;
• Journeyman or Master Electrician License(s) and/or HVAC-R (VA Licensure).
• Working in an environment with varied building portfolios;
• Working with mobile maintenance devices to receive and complete work orders;
• Using computerized building automation control systems (BAS); and
• Diagnosing malfunctioning power generating and life safety systems;

Special Requirements

• An offer of employment WILL be contingent upon a favorable pre-hire background check. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.
• Work may be performed outdoors or indoors. The work environment includes exposure to draft, noise, dust, grease, and dirt with extended periods of standing, walking, bending, and lifting light to heavy objects and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. Personal protective equipment may be required.
• Employee must possess a Universal Refrigerant Recovery License at the time of hire.
• Employee must be available for call-back and be willing to work after normal duty hours in emergency situations.
• Employee must possess and maintain a valid driver license. They must authorize Arlington to obtain or must provide a copy of their official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.
• Employee must possess or obtain ARC Flash and Confined Space certifications within probationary period.

A pre-employment background check will be conducted. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Additional Information

Work Hours: This is a "B" shift position, normal work hours are 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, with occasional rotation based upon departmental needs. This is a 40 hours per week position which require flexibility to work weekend days and/or shifts other than assigned shift to provide coverage for periods of low staffing in the detention facility or other facilities on an occasional or temporary basis.

Please complete each section of the application. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire are required for this position. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

This recruitment is open until filled with a preferred filing date of June 15, 2023. Applications submitted by the preferred filing date will be given first consideration for interviews. Applications received after the preferred filing date may be considered for interviews if a hire is not made from applications received by the preferred filing date. The application process will close when the position has been filled or when enough qualified applications have been received.

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Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.

The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email [email protected].