Lead Building Engineer

Job Title: Building Engineer III

Job Description

As a Building Engineer III, you will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing building systems, including plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, and electrical systems. You will ensure all work performed adheres to required safety codes and report modifications and repairs into the CMMS for review. Additionally, you will operate HVAC systems and make necessary adjustments to building automation systems, while monitoring and ensuring quality control of subcontractors performing maintenance or repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot building systems.
• Repair plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, and electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety codes.
• Report modifications and repairs into CMMS.
• Operate and adjust building automation systems.
• Monitor and ensure quality control of subcontractor work.

Essential Skills

• Proficient in troubleshooting all types of building systems.
• Ability to read trade-related electrical, mechanical, and plumbing drawings.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of energy management systems and building VAV systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to perform 24-hour on-call and off-hour duty.
• May require carrying and maintaining government credentials.
• Additional vocational coursework in HVAC, electricity, or plumbing preferred.
• Universal CFC certified.
• State Certified Journeyman’s license or equivalent.
• DC 3rd grade stationary license preferred.
• Minimum of five years of relevant work experience.
• Must pass an internal technical assessment.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy an 8% yearly bonus and stock in the company with dividends, vested over 5 years. Benefit from opportunities for overtime work and professional growth.

Work Environment

Work in an office building located in Washington D.C., where you will be part of a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Washington, DC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $85000.00/yr.

PTO Profit sharing 401k Family benefits

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Washington,DC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 7, 2026.

About Aerotek:

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.

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.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.