Operating Engineer Job Description
Operating engineer
provides engineering design to control/optimize energy systems (combined heat and power, back generators, PV, thermal energy storage, electrical energy storage, and building control systems).
Operating Engineer Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective operating engineer job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included operating engineer job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Oversee and monitor the operation and make adjustments of HVAC equipment and systems, electrical equipment and systems and plumbing equipment and systems
Adjusts and maintains refrigeration, chilled water, air conditioning equipment, boilers, and ventilating and hot water heaters, pumps, valves, piping and filters and other mechanical and electrical equipment
Maintain, operate and repair HVAC systems and associated equipment, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, building interior/exterior repair and related grounds as it pertains to facility
Maintenance of the equipment will include cleaning, inspecting, and changing parts to maintain the HVAC systems and associated equipment at optimum performance levels
Performs predictive, planned, preventative and routine maintenance equipment rounds and service requests as directed
Complete building rounds and log equipment
Respond immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, ) and customer concerns
Oversee and monitor the operation and make adjustments of refrigeration, heat exchanger, HVAC equipment and systems, electrical, and hot water systems
Operating, maintaining, and repairing facility HVAC equipment
Install and repair piping, valves, filters, hot water systems and associated controls
Operating Engineer Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Operating Engineer
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CFC, EPA, HVAC
Education for Operating Engineer
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the operating engineer job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School and Collage Degree in Technical, Engineering, Arts, Education, General Education, Computer Science, Management, Science, Mechanical Engineering, Trades
Skills for Operating Engineer
Desired skills for operating engineer include:
Computer applications
Building systems to achieve operating costs – especially energy! – and satisfy customer requirements
Energy management systems
Techniques and operations
Building systems operations
Maintenance and repair
Building automation maintenance
Controls
Equipment
Basics components
Desired experience for operating engineer includes:
Prefer experience with automated and monitoring tools
Minimum of 4 years’ experience in electrical, HVAC trade, including rooftop units
Must be available for Call-in work and perform other duties as required
Must interface with Critical operations team to coordinate Critical Area Program
Must be able to stand variable shifts in a 24/7 environment
Provide weekend support and off-hours support on weekdays during emergency conditions
Operating Engineer Examples
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Operating Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for an operating engineer. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for operating engineer
- Partakes in the preventative maintenance program for all HVAC-R and related controls and equipment
- Operation of equipment
- Study and become familiar with the various items of equipment, and the methods required to use them properly while performing daily duties
- When not scheduled to work in the power plant, this position modifies and repairs building systems and equipment
- Monitoring hospital equipment – making and logging necessary adjustments
- Maintain heating equipment, chillers (air and/ or water cooled), DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, VAV, and air distribution systems
- Performs preventative maintenance on all equipment throughout all campus facilities including Central Plant
- Performs a combination of complex maintenance and repair tasks involving more than one specific skill and general maintenance type work
- Perform assigned facility inspections, oversee vendor work and due diligence efforts, reporting on conditions impacting satisfactory client occupancy and operations
- Maintain compliance of State, County and City Ordinances, Codes and Laws where applicable
Qualifications for operating engineer
- Must be able to clear an in-depth background check
- Experience in electrical and/ or mechanical plant operation inside a Tier IV Data Center, or equivalent conceptual knowledge of the interaction between multiple large systems and the potential impact of even minor changes to any of those systems
- General understanding of network hardware and communications protocol
- After-hours availability is essential (Critical system maintenance is performed during off-hours)
- Working knowledge of facility management technical disciplines, codes
- Minimum four years’ experience in HVAC/refrigeration trade or related field
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for an operating engineer. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for operating engineer
- Ensure preventive and scheduled maintenance programs are established and maintained which guarantee PHVAC and sewage treatment systems and equipment are acceptable for inspection, ready for peak operational periods and fully operative for the maximum life of the equipment
- Performs Monthly Inspection/Testing/Maintenance on all Fire and Sprinkler equipment
- Monitors equipment to ensure proper temperature and pressure readings/settings
- Maintains records on equipment repairs, safety inspections, and preventive maintenance
- Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment and makes recommendations and improvement of safety
- Wears safety equipment as appropriate
- Supervision of personnel and coordinate the projects and equipment in managing complex PHVAC systems maintenance and operation systems
- Proficient in use of fire and life safety system
- Profficient in performing and responding to service requests from tenants in a timely and courteous manner
- Re-generates and tests water softening and treatment systems
Qualifications for operating engineer
- Must have current Universal Refrigerant Certification
- Must be able to work second shift from 3 PM – 11 PM Tuesday - Saturday
- Minimum of 4 years experience in electrical, HVAC & refrigeration trade, including rooftop units and backup systems (generator and UPS)
- Ability to analyze the operation of various systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions and take corrective action as required – Preferred
- Experience - Minimum two years’ experience in building maintenance or related field
- Internal candidates must consistently receive a “meets expectations” job performance review
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Operating Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for an operating engineer. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for operating engineer
- Responsible for routine chiller maintenance and repair
- Mechanic should have strong knowledge of boiler fundamentals, cycles and controls, particularly stressing routine day-to-day monitoring and system analysis
- Operate and maintain (4) 1300 Hp Water Tube Boiler and auxiliary equipment to achieve 100% operational performance for the site steam load
- Inform management and the Utility Plant engineer of potential problems and recommended upgrades of the boilers and their auxiliary equipment
- Perform Preventive Maintenance on the Fire Pumps, Boilers and auxiliary equipment
- Perform valve operations of large gate valves to cycle equipment or flows accordingly
- Exposed to various mechanical, electrical and hydraulic equipment within the utility plant
- Assist in maintenance and operation of Cafeteria Refrigeration equipment
- Responsibility for facility services, re-active service, preventive maintenance, purchasing and inventory control, contracted maintenance, general maintenance
- Evaluate vendors and suppliers on a regular basis with regard to quality
Qualifications for operating engineer
- Ability to frequently walk up and down stairs for inspections and emergency procedures
- Experience in electrical and / or mechanical plant operations inside a Tier IV Data Center, or equivalent conceptual knowledge of the interaction between multiple large systems and the potential impact of even minor changes to any of those systems
- Ability to climb ladders up to 40 feet and lift 60 lbs
- Education - High school diploma or state equivalent required, minimum of two years of related trade schooling or two years of college
- Experience - Minimum four years’ experience in electrician trade or related field or minimum four years’ experience in HVAC/refrigeration trade or related field or minimum of four years’ experience in Plumbing/Piping or related field or minimum four years’ experience in emergency backup systems (generators, UPS, ) or a Minimum of four years’ experience in Boiler Operations with a Stationary Engineers or High Pressure Boiler Operators license
- Minimum of 2+ years of related work experience in operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial property setting
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Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of operating engineer. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for operating engineer
- Perform preventive maintenance duties, including changing filters, lubricating motors, replacing lamps, ballasts and fixtures, Inspecting and adjusting belts, replacing motor bearings, aligning shafts, and other inspections and maintenance recommended by equipment manufacturers
- Performs hands on operation and maintenance of facilities and utilities equipment and systems in accordance with site processes, procedures and policies, as appropriate to individual knowledge, skills, certifications and licenses
- Performs regular site inspections, including Facility Walk Through and the collection of data and equipment readings as required
- In accordance with approved schedules, performs maintenance of site facilities equipment as appropriate to knowledge, skills, and certifications/licenses in accordance with procedures and policies
- Inspect, maintain, and document work done to life-safety equipment such as fire suppression
- May assign tasks and request assistance from the Day Porter as needed
- Oversee & monitor the site Utility plant systems and make adjustments and/or repairs as necessary
- Completes monitoring and repairs in accordance with operating procedures, manufacturer guidelines, OSHA, State and Federal regulations
- Communicates supply shortages to others as needed
- Answers all departmental telephone calls and or work requests received and enters on work order system to ensure prompt response to inquiries or problems
Qualifications for operating engineer
- Four to six years’ experience or completed a minimum of five years within the company sill training structure
- Must have a NJ State Black Seal in charge of Fireman’s high pressure license
- Must have a valid and current NJ State driver’s license
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs., and be able to climb ladders and descend into manholes
- Will require working on holidays while covering a shift position
- Candidate should have 3-5 years experience with plumbing systems, pipefitting, sheet metal, fire protection, pumping systems and compressed air systems
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Operating Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for an operating engineer. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for operating engineer
- Operating, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing building equipment related to the efficient operation of the building equipment and systems
- Responsibilities may include but is not limited to all types of building equipment, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls (electrical & pneumatic)
- Maintains a logbook detailing the operation of boilers and/or pumping equipment and documents maintenance work performed
- Alerts personnel regarding safety and hazards to ensure safe procedures and equipment
- Maintain proficiency for Boiler operation using Natural Gas and #6 Fuel Oil
- Work Off shift coverage during periods of Natural Gas curtailment by the Public Utility provider
- Clean filters, strainers and burners as required to maintain efficient operation
- Have detailed knowledge of Boiler sequence of operations, Trouble shoot problems and initiate corrective actions to maintain boilers operational
- Support steam shutdown operation during annual plant shutdown usually occurring Memorial Day weekend
- Respond to emergency calls from management or the on-shift Utility Plant operator
Qualifications for operating engineer
- Candidate must be available to work all shifts, workweeks and locations
- Ability to analyze the operation of various systems, determine the cause of any problems and/or malfunctions and take corrective action as required
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in electrician trade, or related field or minimum four years’ experience in HVAC/refrigeration trade, or related field or minimum four years’ experience in emergency backup systems (generators, UPS)
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to work at the computer, be on their feet for long hours, lift heavy objects, set up heavy objects, talk, and hear
- CFC Handler Certification preferred
- Familiarity with computers, printers, copier and fax machines