Lead Operating Engineer

Talascend is currently seeking a Lead Operating Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in Costa Mesa, California .


Overview


Join as a lead operating engineer overseeing facility operations and engineering excellence, supervising staff, and managing building systems to ensure safety, performance, and maintenance standards are met.


Responsibilities

• Provide joint supervision of engineering department staff and manage delegation of preventative maintenance programs, equipment installation, repair, and maintenance.
• Perform comprehensive equipment inspections and ensure proper maintenance adherence to standards.
• Maintain, monitor, and perform preventive maintenance on all building systems including fire/life safety, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, generators, and emergency backup systems.
• Analyze system performance, troubleshoot malfunctions, make necessary adjustments, and maintain operational records.
• Monitor building management systems (BAS) and respond immediately to alarms, taking corrective action or follow-up.
• Schedule and coordinate emergency repair activities based on priority and available personnel capabilities.
• Manage site operations and various permits including facility work permits, hot work permits, and roof access permits.
• Ensure an adequate inventory of tools and supplies, including purchasing and stock material management.
• Foster a safety culture and adherence to safety practices.
• Participate in rotating on-call schedule for after-hours emergency response.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with commercial building operating systems and general building maintenance procedures.
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Proven experience in mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of building CMMS and BAS systems.
• Experience implementing quality assurance programs for engineering department work.
• Experience managing contractors and ensuring client requirement adherence.
• Ability to read and interpret work from drawings, work orders, sketches, blueprints, and manuals.
• Certification as a Universal Technician for CFCs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in establishing and maintaining safety-sensitive culture in team environments.
• Familiarity with commercial real estate facility management best practices.
• Experience coordinating with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Trade school education, union training, or military service.
• Experience in industrial maintenance or manufacturing environments.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.


Drug Screen may be required.