Operating Engineer

Description:

Work Schedule:

Second shift: 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. The position may also be needed to support daytime shift coverage.

This schedule rotates every week.

On call availability

Interviews: 1st round virtual 2nd round onsite

Candidate Qualities: High pressure boiler experience is very preferred

Operating Engineer

What this job involves: The Operating Engineer is responsible for the operations maintenance and repair of building systems and equipment. This includes managing routine and emergency plant operations such as main switchgears emergency generator operations complicated emergency switching procedures high pressure boiler systems and Reverse Osmosis and Deionizer water systems. The role may also involve managing daily work schedules of subordinate mechanics reviewing completed work orders and establishing quality assurance programs.

What your day-to-day will look like:

Inspect and analyze equipment diagnose malfunctions and make necessary adjustments

Provide input on equipment system maintenance planning.

Execute maintenance and repair work on boilers chillers HVAC equipment and building infrastructure.

Oversee daily operations and maintenance activities providing guidance and mentoring to personnel.

Perform complex operating procedures for high pressure steam boilers lab utilities and emergency generators.

Conduct scheduled tours of various plant and equipment areas.

Respond to emergencies during after-hours shifts.

Work with maintenance mechanics on minor PM and repairs.

Maintain engineering/electrical spaces and water treatment programs.

Review and maintain documentation in the CMMS.

Ensure compliance with safety standards OSHA regulations and building codes.

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Valid driver's license

Minimum 3 years of experience as a building operating engineer in a high-pressure steam plant

Preferred Qualifications:

Working knowledge of building automation system controls fire suppression systems and fire alarm notification systems a plus.

Experience with Direct Digital Control systems a plus.

General knowledge of industry maintenance and repair practices.

Experience as a building operating engineer in 1200-ton centrifugal chiller plant One thousand two hundred

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Ashburn, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $41.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ashburn,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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