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About Us

When military bases, national security agencies, federal buildings, healthcare facilities, and leading commercial clients in Washington D.C and across the nation need superior facility support services, we answer the call. We offer a unique combination of government experience and facilities expertise that has helped us earn a position as one of the country’s leading integrated service providers.

Job Summary

EMCOR Government Services has an immediate need for Chief Engineer in McLean, VA. This position is covered by the CBA for Local 99.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct a support staff of 20-25 in the maintenance and operations of a Class A commercial office complex. Duties to include scheduling of staff and job assignments; training of new and existing staff, counseling, appraisals and recognition, interviewing and hiring of new staff, process time and attendance records, parts requisition and inventory control, and other related duties.

• Requires a good working knowledge of chiller plant operation, Data Center and building automation systems to include Trane, Johnson Controls and Siemens.

• Must posse strong troubleshooting skills & working knowledge of blueprints, drawings, wiring diagrams, or other equipment specifications in order to diagnose and repair HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems.

• Oversee and direct subcontractors in the performance of preventive maintenance and repairs. This to include Fire Alarm, Generators, High Voltage Switchgear, BAS, Elevators, Storm Water Management, Water Treatment, UPS and Chillers.

• Must have excellent verbal and writing skills along with good interpersonal and customer service skills. Must also be proficient with Lotus Notes, Word, Excel and Projects.

Qualifications

• DC 3rd Class or equivalent, Maryland First Class is preferred

• CFC Universal Certification

• OHAS 30hr Training preferred

• High school diploma or GED

• Must have 7-10 years of proven experience as a Chief Engineer in a similar environment, supervising a crew of ten craftsmen or larger.

• Must be able to obtain a TS/SCI Clearance

Physical Demands

Work requires an abundance of walking, bending, kneeling, and must be able to lift 50lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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Geographic Disclosure

Compensation Range: $62.07

Other Compensation: none

Benefits: Health and Welfare Benefits consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement