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Arlington County Government · 1 day ago

Building Engineer I/II (Trainee or Full Performance)

Arlington, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Arlington County Government is seeking Building Engineers to perform skilled maintenance, repair, and operational oversight of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems across more than 38 County facilities. The role involves monitoring building performance, responding to emergencies, and ensuring the proper functioning of various systems.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Performing skilled preventive and corrective maintenance on standard MEP systems and documenting deficiencies and completed work

Troubleshooting malfunctioning HVAC and BAS components to maintain operability, including seasonal winterizing and de-winterizing

Diagnosing and repairing plumbing systems, including clearing traps, snaking drains, repairing pipes, and replacing fixtures

Assessing and repairing electrical systems such as outlets, fixtures, breakers, and related components

Responding to emergency service calls for MEP, life safety, and power generation systems, including coordinating temporary generator connections

Providing shift coverage at County facilities, including the Justice Center, during regular and emergency operations

Overseeing contractors to ensure proper completion of corrective and preventive maintenance tasks

Assisting leadership with equipment assessments and providing input for the Capital Improvement Plan

Performing other duties as assigned

Qualification

Mechanical systems maintenanceElectrical systems repairPlumbing systems repairEmergency management equipmentBuilding Automation Systems (BAS)EPA Section 608 CertificationARC Flash CertificationConfined Space CertificationCustomer serviceTroubleshooting skills

Required

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

At least 2 years of related experience in commercial buildings or residential high-rise environments in more than one of the following areas: plumbing, electrical, emergency management equipment such as emergency generators and/or general mechanical repairs (for Trainee)

Three (3) years of related experience in commercial buildings or a similarly complex environment in more than one of the following areas: plumbing, electrical, emergency management equipment such as emergency generators and/or general mechanical repairs (for Building Engineer I)

Must possess the following licensures/certifications within the probationary period: ARC Flash, and Confined Space Certifications (for Building Engineer I)

Four (4) years of related experience in commercial buildings or a similarly complex environment in more than one of the following areas: plumbing, electrical, emergency management equipment such as emergency generators and/or general mechanical repairs (for Building Engineer II)

Must possess EPA Section 608 Universal Certification, ARC Flash, and Confined Space Certifications plus one (1) of the following licensures/certifications: Journeyman or Master Electrician License(s); and HVAC-R (VA Licensure) (for Building Engineer II)

Must obtain and maintain ARC Flash and Confined Space certifications within a 12-month probationary period

Applicant must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid driver's license