Operating Engineer III

Operating Engineer III

Department: Commercial

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Reston Station Plaza

Reporting To: Chief Engineer

Description

Join Comstock Companies as an Operating Engineer where your technical, mechanical, and administrative skills will shine. Picture yourself in a dynamic role, maintaining our cutting-edge properties with a focus on high-level customer service and on-site operational support. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to grow with us in a rapidly expanding company. Be part of our innovative team, shaping the future of our state-of-the-art buildings and advancing your career within our thriving commercial departments. Ready to elevate your career? Apply now! #careerssponsor

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Class "A" customer service - Building a good rapport with tenants and going above and beyond whenever possible
• Maintain and repair all types of building equipment, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls (electrical & pneumatic)
• Complete work assignments thoroughly and efficiently with limited supervision
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair building equipment related to the efficient operation of the building equipment and systems
• Support the property maintenance team, working on assigned customer service requests, active with construction projects and supporting special set ups relating to events
• Support senior chief engineer to achieve compliance at your property location(s)
• Maintain good tenant relations through prompt and courteous response to tenant request within the guidelines set forth
• Perform predictive maintenance, preventative maintenance, routine maintenance and service requests as directed
• Assist contractors and ensure contracted services are being performed safely and in accordance with established work standards and practices
• Maintain and complete documentation for fire extinguishers, fire suppression systems, building alarm contacts, and other building fire life safety systems
• Maintain and repair single phase electrical breakers, switches, receptacles, junction boxes, conduit, lights, and ballasts
• Maintain and repair plumbing components including toilets, urinals, lavatories, flush valves, water fountains, sinks, drains, water heaters, piping, and sump pumps
• Provide all other building maintenance, repair, and restorative procedures as directed
• Perform general Handyman tasks to maintain buildings
• Occasional overtime and holiday work will be required

Qualifications

• 5 - 10 years of building engineering/construction related experience
• Experienced with various types of hand tools and use of diagnostic equipment
• CFC Universal Refrigerant Certification is required
• Trade or Maintenance License preferred
• Exposure to a CMMS system, a plus
• Proven safety record and compliance to safe work practices
• Proficient computer skills including e-mail, word and excel
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Physically able to operate electric hand tools, work on a ladder, carry tools and lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Able to work in close spaces such as closets, crawl space and able to work on roofs of building
• Must have the ability to work independently but also as a member of a team
• Must have valid driver's license
• Ability to diagnosis problems, make sound decisions, prioritize, schedule and complete multiple tasks
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and equipment manuals
• Must be highly credible and trustworthy, and operate with high degree of integrity
• Must hold oneself and others accountable and strive for a high level of excellence
• Must have a positive, can-do attitude and be able to fuel growth and innovation
• Must be customer-focused and results-oriented
• Must want to continuously learn and develop
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team establishing good working relationships with others
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks with a strong attention to detail
• Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, twist, and/or reachContinuous repetitive motions
• Work under variable temperature conditions (or extreme heat or cold), under variable noise levels, outdoors/indoors, around fumes and/or hazards, around dust and/or mite hazards, around chemicals and bio-hazards

Benefits

Compensation:
- Competitive Salary with Bonus Potential
- Generous Benefit Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, Life Insurance

Career Development
- Opportunities for Advancement within our expanding portfolio
- Annual Professional Development Funds to fuel your growth

Employee Perks:
- Employee Discount for added benefits
- Enjoy a Friendly Work Environment that values collaboration

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