Assistant Director of Building Services & Senior Chief Engineer

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601 13th St NW, Washington, DC, US

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Position Summary:

The Assistant Director of Building Services & Senior Chief Engineer performs advanced preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnoses complex mechanical and electrical issues, monitors building automation systems, coordinates with contractors and vendors, and provides technical guidance to junior maintenance personnel. This position serves as a senior technical resource for building operations and is responsible for maintaining critical HVAC equipment, supporting tenant comfort, minimizing equipment downtime, and ensuring properties operate in accordance with company standards, manufacturer requirements, and applicable safety codes

Position Responsibilities:

• Operate, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial HVAC systems and associated building equipment.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on:
  • Air handling units (AHUs)
  • Rooftop units (RTUs)
  • Chillers and cooling towers
  • Boilers and heating systems
  • Pumps, motors, and variable frequency drives (VFDs)
  • Exhaust and ventilation systems
  • Fan coil units and terminal units
  • Refrigeration equipment
  • Pneumatic and electronic controls
  • Building automation/management systems (BAS/BMS)
• Conduct routine mechanical-room and building inspections to identify equipment deficiencies and potential failures before they affect building operations.
• Diagnose complex HVAC, electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, and controls problems using appropriate testing instruments and diagnostic procedures.
• Monitor building automation systems and adjust HVAC operating parameters to maintain tenant comfort and optimize energy performance.
• Respond to HVAC-related emergencies, equipment failures, tenant service requests, and after-hours calls as required.
• Perform equipment start-ups, shutdowns, operational testing, and seasonal changeovers.
• Maintain accurate preventive maintenance records, work orders, equipment logs, inspection reports, and service documentation.
• Review equipment performance and recommend repairs, replacements, upgrades, or energy-efficiency improvements.
• Coordinate with property management, facility management, engineering staff, tenants, contractors, and service vendors.
• Assist with contractor oversight, including reviewing work, verifying completion, and ensuring work is performed safely and according to specifications.
• Maintain appropriate levels of HVAC parts, filters, refrigerants, tools, and maintenance supplies.
• Support capital improvement projects, equipment replacements, renovations, and building-system upgrades.
• Maintain compliance with applicable OSHA requirements, building codes, environmental regulations, and company safety procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe mechanical rooms, equipment areas, and work spaces.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and assistance to junior maintenance technicians.
• Prioritize maintenance activities based on equipment criticality, tenant needs, safety, and business impact.
• Perform general building maintenance duties as needed to support overall property operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, energy efficiency, operating costs, and asset life.
• Assist property management with technical assessments, repair recommendations, and budgeting for HVAC-related capital expenditures.
• Work with property managers and facility teams to minimize disruption to building occupants during maintenance and repair activities.
• Support emergency preparedness and building response procedures for HVAC and mechanical-system failures.
• Serve as a subject-matter resource for commercial HVAC systems and building mechanical operations.
• Provide guidance and technical assistance to maintenance technicians and building engineers.
• Review troubleshooting approaches and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Assist in developing preventive maintenance procedures and improving maintenance programs.
• Help evaluate recurring equipment problems and identify root causes.
• Provide input regarding equipment replacement, modernization, energy conservation, and operational improvements.
• Assist management in evaluating contractor performance and technical recommendations.

Position

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 10+ years of…