Supervising Engineer (2pm - 10:30pm Shift Monday - Friday)

How You’ll Contribute The Supervising Engineer is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance program during the assigned shift. They supervise, motivate, and discipline the three employees assigned to this shift. They handle all after‑hour functions of the Society such as temperature, lighting, power, or any other requirement the function may have. They must know all building systems, operations hours, program systems via our EMS, and handle multiple situations professionally. Additional responsibilities include providing technical, administrative, operational, and supervisory support to the Chief and Assistant Chief engineer. The person in this position is considered essential personnel. Shift hours are 2pm to 10:30pm, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities Operate and monitor all building mechanical, electrical and life safety systems as required during the shift and keep a written account of the shift’s activities. (50%) Assist as needed with all after‑hour functions of the Society, including programming equipment via the EMS, adjusting time clocks for lighting, and responding to any other demands or concerns. (10%) Oversee and ensure the maintenance program assigned to this shift is completed professionally and timely, diagnosing problems, recommending and ordering necessary components to keep equipment operating in an “as new” state. Also oversee refrigerant maintenance and repair program and refrigerant inventory room, acting as a liaison between shift engineers and the Assistant Chief to improve communication among the three shifts and the office. (25%) Perform testing, operation and maintenance of mechanical and life safety systems as required by law or manufacturer recommendations, and perform required daily testing and adjustment of water treatment systems assigned to the shift. (5%) Administrative duties include daily logs of equipment operations, written account of shift activities, work order and PM documentation and close‑out, research and reference of equipment OEM records and maintenance practices, perform periodic and annual performance reviews of personnel assigned to this shift. Also continuously review all building systems for improvements/enhancements that conserve utilities. (10%) Minimum Education A high‑school graduate with extensive continuing education in engineering and maintenance from community college, trade or technical schools or the National Association of Power Engineers Education Foundation. A 3rd‑class District of Columbia Steam Operators license and Universal CFC certification is required. A minimum of 24 hours per year of continuing education in the engineering field is a job requirement. Minimum Years and Type of Experience Proven supervisory skills and 7 to 10 years of hands‑on experience. Knowledge and Skills Required Extensive practical experience in HVAC, steam boilers, centrifugal chillers, refrigeration systems, VAV and variable frequency drives, energy management systems, fire alarm and suppression systems, water treatment systems and practices, packaged AC units, commercial food service equipment and all other systems necessary for a first‑class working environment in a ClassA office complex. Must have computer skills and knowledge of standard Microsoft software programs. Must have good oral and written communication skills. Supervision Direct supervision of 1–5 staff members. Salary & Benefits Hourly range: $49.40–$52.00. Shift differential of 10% of base pay for hours between 6pm and 6am. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance; comprehensive wellness program; 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions after 6 months; flexible paid time off with up to 22 days of paid annual leave (15 days for new hires), 10 days of sick leave; 12 paid holidays and a paid winter break; paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility benefits; learning and development opportunities; lifestyle spending account; pet adoption assistance and insurance; pre‑tax transportation benefits; employer‑paid life insurance and disability benefit; and various National Geographic discounts and perks. Job Designation On‑site staff who spend 100% of work time on‑site at Base Camp supporting overall campus and museum operations. On‑site staff shifts are scheduled by their supervisors and determined by team needs and may be adjusted based on cyclical work cycles. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Geographic