FT OPERATING ENGINEER

NVE Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Operating Engineer who enjoys troubleshooting equipment issues, likes a challenge, and can think outside the box. Applicant must have a Secret Clearance and a minimum of five (5) years of experience with operation and maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting of chillers (> 500 Tons) and boilers (> 125 HP). In addition to HVAC, other systems to maintain and repair include plumbing system, kitchen equipment, and fire suppression systems. Candidate must hold a Stationary Operating Engineer (MD) or DC 3rd Class License. Candidate would work the 7 AM to 3 PM shift. This is a local 99 Union position (if applicant is not a member, the applicant can join upon hiring).

We have built a positive proactive team orientated environment and are looking for like-minded individuals.  We take pride in cross training all our team members on the various types of equipment and building automation systems.

This is a working engineer position. You'll be expected to perform preventive maintenance tasks, as well as troubleshoot and repair the systems that we have under our contract.  Building tours will also be a core function, requiring walking the equivalent of a few miles a day.

Job Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains the assigned facility and all related systems/components including the building automation system.
• Performs tours of areas and/or equipment as directed by management and required under the contract specification.
• Performs service calls, diagnostic services, and incidental, minor, and major repairs as required.

• Perform preventive maintenance duties in accordance with NVE standards, building protocol, manufacturer recommendations and industry best practices. including changing filters, cleaning coils, flushing condensers, punching tubes, greasing fan, pump, and motor bearings as required, inspecting, and adjusting belts, replacing motor bearings, aligning pulleys and shafts, monitor condenser, chilled, heating, and secondary water chemical treatment and its associated feed equipment, clean and maintain cooling towers, and perform annual inspections and other scheduled routines as directed.
• Perform repairs to plumbing fixtures (water closets, urinals, flush valve assemblies, lavatories, etc.)
• Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs of all equipment and systems outlined in the Employer's contract with the Government. D.C.
• Performs other duties as required or directed by management.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience within the last eight (8) years in the operation of chillers rated at least 500 tons.
• Five (5) years of experience with Boiler rated over 125 boiler-horsepower.
• Below are some of the Licensing, certifications, and proof of training, to substantiate experience that are acceptable as certification as part of the application process for. One Engineering license is required.

1. Licensed Stationary Operating Engineer (MD) or DC 3^rd Class License
2. DC First Class Boiler Operator (NAPE)
3. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal CFC License, desirable
4. Factory Training for different boiler/chiller systems, desirable
5. Certification for Boiler Operator
6. Certification for Master HVAC

Candidates must be US Citizens and have a government DoD secret security clearance.