Building Engineer

Organization Background

Based in Washington, DC, Easterly Government Properties, Inc. ("Easterly" or the "Company") is a publicly traded Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) focused primarily on the acquisition, development and management of Class A commercial properties that are leased to U.S. Government agencies.

The Company is seeking a full-time Senior Mechanic and/or Stationary Engineer position to assist in overseeing the building operations of a complex testing laboratory facility and office building. The candidate will play an integral role in the management of the facility as a on-site representative of the Company with oversight from the Property Manager and Director of Engineering.

Candidates are expected to have sufficient technical abilities in the operations and maintenance of installed building systems, including unique equipment specifically installed for laboratory testing environments. Additionally, candidates shall be capable to independently oversee / manage vendors providing services in the building, as well as develop working / professional relationships with the tenant.

The candidate must complete and pass a full Federal Government Security Clearance for this position. Failure to obtain a full background check will deem you ineligible for the job. Omitting information on security clearance forms will result in automatic denial for the position.

Mechanical Qualifications

EPA certification for maintenance of HVAC systems

Ability to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair steam boilers, chillers, pumps, and associated building equipment

Must have 5-10 years or more experience as a stationary engineer or 5-10 years HVAC experience in laboratory or hospital settings

Evaluate building operation and systems and recommend appropriate changes

Experience with DDC controls, low voltage, pneumatic controls, and related equipment Essential Functions

Daily / weekly / quarterly building and equipment inspections

Respond to and resolve facility maintenance trouble calls

Maintain comprehensive records / logs of work performed in the building (electronic and hard copy)

Monitor mechanical plant oil and chemical testing and treatment

Monitor DDC software, cold and hot water loop systems, and VAV controls

Conduct fire and safety equipment inspections-keep and maintain required records / logs

Preventative and corrective maintenance on all plant equipment, physical structure, and associated equipment (i.e., painting, drywall repair, hardware replacements)

Basic HVAC maintenance / repairs in coordination with Director of Engineering / vendor support

Basic electrical maintenance / repairs of interior and exterior lighting, including ballast replacement

Basic general plumbing maintenance / repairs, including repair of clogs and leaks

Demonstrated experience in reading and interpreting complex building mechanical plans

Maintenance and repairs of rolling gates and roll up doors

Oversees and inspects work performed by 3rd-party vendors including, but not limited to, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, cleaning, and landscaping

Capable of determining equipment condition for capital planning recommendations

Performs daily inspection of building systems including, but not limited to, fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing

Demonstrated excellence in providing on-site customer service

Possess working knowledge of use of tools and equipment used in facility maintenance

Ability to clearly communicate both verbally and in writing

Ability to respond immediately to any urgent / emergency building situations during regular and non-working hours

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Core working hours 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Additional Qualifications

OSHA 10 Certification

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Driver's License

Basic computer skills: Building Management System (BMS), work order system, Microsoft Office (i.e., Excel, Word, Outlook email )

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Permanent