Stationary Operations Engineer – 3rd Shift Lead

Location
:
Washington, DC

Schedule
:
Monday-Thursday, 10:00 p.m.

-8:30 a.m.

Employment Type
:
Full-Time

We are seeking an experienced Stationary Operations Engineer to lead overnight facility operations and maintenance at a mission-critical facility in Washington, DC.

This is a hands‑on leadership position responsible for supervising maintenance technicians, overseeing central utility plant and building mechanical systems, coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensuring safe, reliable facility operations.

• DC:
  Steam Engineer License (1st, 2nd, or 3rd Class).
• Maryland:
  Stationary Engineer License (Grades 1-4).
• Other jurisdictions:
  Equivalent Operating Engineer license or VMET certification.

• Lead and supervise maintenance technicians during the overnight shift.
• Oversee daily facility operations, including central utility plants and mechanical systems.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and emergency response.
• Monitor equipment performance, identify operational issues, and ensure timely resolution.
• Enforce safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and PPE requirements.
• Maintain shift reports, maintenance records, and operational documentation.
• Coordinate with facility management and technical teams to maintain uninterrupted operations.

• High school diploma or GED.
• 12+ years of facilities maintenance experience.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting central utility plants and mechanical systems in hospitals, government facilities, commercial high-rises, industrial facilities, campuses, or other complex environments.
• Demonstrated experience supervising maintenance personnel and managing facility operations.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and equipment specifications.
• Candidates must be available for the specified overnight schedule and occasional support of other shifts.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain HSPD-12 credentials and a Secret security clearance. Active credentials preferred.

• Chiller operation and manufacturer training (Trane, Carrier, York, Daikin, etc.).
• Building Automation Systems (BAS/DDC) experience.
• Boiler operation and burner management experience.
• Familiarity with NETA, NFPA, or ASME standards.

U.S. citizenship is required. Third-party candidates and candidates requiring employment sponsorship will not be considered.