Operating Engineer

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Operating Engineer

Responsible to ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment and systems for the assigned property(s). Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) maintaining a clean and safe working environment, performing rounds, conducting routine assessments, day‑to‑day preventive and corrective maintenance, painting, and housekeeping for assigned properties.

Day shift Monday–Friday for approximately 6 months.

Overnight shift, 6:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Monday–Thursday (4‑day work week).

$30 – $33 hourly

• Perform all plumbing, electrical, and HVAC requirements of the building(s).
• Maintain heating equipment, chillers (air‑ and/or water‑cooled), DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, VAV systems, and air distribution systems.
• Complete normal work orders and preventive maintenance tasks (PMs).
• Test‑run generators during scheduled run times.
• Assist with vendor PMs on critical equipment, including UPS units, ATS switches, and chillers.
• Update all required documentation in a timely manner according to ISO 9001 standards.
• Keep all mechanical and electrical rooms clean and orderly.
• Update and maintain an inventory of spare parts.
• Perform regular building checks for maintenance issues (lights, restrooms, general repairs).
• Keep all floor tiles properly seated and perform repairs as needed.
• Monitor contractors working on the raised floor, ensuring they have a valid change ticket and understand their scope of work.
• Escort contractors requiring access to the raised floor and check on them at least every 30 minutes.
• Log all issues in the daily logbook, noting whether they are completed or outstanding.
• Install data center components, including cabinets, equipment, shelves, power bars, and cable managers.
• Ensure all power cabling is installed and labeled correctly according to documented standards.
• Track and document all circuits and power bars.
• Maintain equipment standards lists to keep them current.
• Maintain all data center cabinets in proper working order, including doors and any repairs needed by IS or Facilities.
• Ensure all work on the data center floor is performed in accordance with Change Management guidelines.

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Graduate of apprentice program or trade school preferred

• 3–5+ years of related work experience in operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial property setting

• May be required to have certification as a Universal Technician for CFC’s depending on market licensure requirements
• Experience in operation, maintenance and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, water systems, etc.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.

• Must have ability to stoop, stand, climb, frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices
• Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
• Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing
• Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The compensation for the position is: $28.05 – $33.00

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. Compensation may vary by factors such as location, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.