Talascend is currently seeking an Operating Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in McLean, Virginia . Overview The main function of an Operating Engineer is to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility equipment on all systems. Individuals are expected to demonstrate technical expertise in one craft area and be multi-skilled in others to successfully complete daily and weekly work assignments. Responsibilities Perform maintenance, monitoring, and repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems for the facility to keep systems up to applicable standards. Maintain responsibility for facility services, preventative maintenance, purchasing and inventory control, contracted maintenance, general maintenance, and technical proficiency. Maintain equipment by cleaning, inspecting, calibrating, and changing parts to ensure optimal performance levels of HVAC systems and associated equipment. Record readings and make adjustments as necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment. Comply with departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials; maintain a clean and safe workplace. Perform periodic checks of tool and instrument inventory. Monitor the quality and pricing of maintenance work performed by outside contractors. Comply with all safety procedures, maintain good housekeeping, recognize hazards, and propose methods to eliminate them. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. 2-4 years of experience required. Experience maintaining and repairing commercial building systems. Ability to analyze the operation of various commercial or industrial mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, determine cause of malfunctions, and take corrective actions. EPA 608 Type II Certification. Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel. Preferred Qualifications EPA 608 Universal Certification. Two years of trade school in electrical system design, refrigeration, and HVAC. The shift for this role is Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5:30 pm. #IND123 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. Background Check and Drug Screen may be required. Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.