The Washington Post is hiring a Building Engineer. This is an exciting opportunity at our Springfield plant location. In this role you will play in important role in the publishing and printing The Washington Post.
Must be flexible and willing to cover all shifts.
Responsibilities Include:
Monitor meters and other instruments attached to the equipment
Conduct building tours each shift, take regular instrument readings, keep a log of the equipment's operation.
Inspect equipment and look for any parts that need adjustment, lubrication, or repair
Make minor repairs or completely overhaul equipment, depending on the situation.
Keep records of all the routine service and repair activities
Requirements Include:
Be familiar with computers and know how to operate computer-controlled equipment.
Mechanical aptitude and should be in good physical condition
Ability to keep track of details and understand the importance of following schedules.
Familiarity with or ability to operate, maintain and repair
Boilers, heaters, pumps, valves, appurtenances and lines used in the distribution of steam and heated or processed water
Refrigerant compressors, condensers, evaporators, traps, transfer pumps, expansion valves, stop valves and float valves, together with all refrigerant lines and devices used to control temperature
Air compressors, together with distribution lines and all valves and devices for air control
Natural and manufactured gas distribution lines, including all valves and control devices.
Water filters, softeners, piping and pumps used in conjunction with water distribution, including all sinks, toilet bowls, supply lines, drains and water lines.
Electrical motors and engines used to power pumps, compressors and fans.
Fuel oil systems, including pumps, valves, lines, controls and fuel tanks.
Sanitary sewer systems, including sump pumps, basins, water closets, urinals, toilets and piping.
Electrical power distribution and auxiliaries for building's lighting, mechanical, plumbing and control components, including lighting maintenance.
License Requirements:
DC 3rd Class Engineer or MD 1st Class Engineer
Universal CFC Certified
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