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Lead Engineer (DOT)

EMCOR Government Services, Inc.
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/1/2027

About Us

When military bases, national security agencies, federal buildings, healthcare facilities, and leading commercial clients in Washington D.C and across the nation need superior facility support services, we answer the call. We offer a unique combination of government experience and facilities expertise that has helped us earn a position as one of the country’s leading integrated service providers.

Job Summary

 

EMCOR Government Services has an opportunity for a Lead Engineer in Washington, DC. The Lead Engineer provides operations and maintenance support for the Department of Transportation in Washington, D.C. The position is covered by the  CBA for Local 99. The scheduled hours are: Sunday - Thursday 7:00am - 3:00pm 

 

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Directly reports to Sr. Chief Operating Engineer/Chief Operating Engineer and NARA I Operations Manager, as required.• Directs work to subordinate Local 99 lead operating engineers and other trades and/or other shops/unions/subcontractors.• Receives, schedules/assigns, monitors, and reports service calls and maintenance.• Provides assistance and technical support of operations and maintenance.• Performs asset/equipment inspections, recommends improvements per industry standards, develops project estimates for IDIQ work.• Oversees critical equipment, including but not limited to central plants.• Be available and flexible to respond on-site for 24/7/365 critical operations.• Performing duties associated with the operation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration and air-conditioning and heating equipment.• Adjusting and minor repairs to mechanical and electrical equipment and component parts of heating and air-conditioning systems and auxiliary support equipment.• Making physical inspections of work performed, equipment and testing of equipment for correct operation of all components of the refrigeration cycle and other relevant factors contributing to the proper and efficient operation of systems, boilers, chillers, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, etc.• Answering occupants’ complaints relating to Trades and Central Plant and reports information to management.• Providing technical support in the efficient and safe operation and maintenance of all mechanical equipment, reports recommendations and work accomplished to management.• Develops procedures/checklists, trains, and enforces standards, as required.• Proposing operational changes to improve efficient use of the facilities equipment.• Sends management detailed reports related to all operations and maintenance.• Presents/briefs status on maintenance, repair, and IDIQ on-going and scheduled.• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Valid DC 3rd Engineer License• 8 years of experience preferred• Be proficient and knowledgeable in HVAC systems• Be able to perform preventive maintenance on all operational and mechanical equipment.• Be knowledgeable of operating related electrical equipment and machinery.• Demonstrate the ability to read and understand Blueprints, schematics, and specifications.• Be able to demonstrate practical knowledge of Chiller Plant Operations.• Be able to demonstrate practical knowledge of Boiler Operations• Be able to demonstrate practical knowledge of Building Air Systems.• Must be willing to work shift work.

Physical Demands

• Heavy physical effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs / push up to 100 lbs)• Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking.• Push/pull or move/lift equipment, supplies.• Manual dexterity and mobility.• Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Affirmative Action Policy

Please review our Affirmative Action Policy.

Notice to Prospective Employees

Notice to prospective employees: There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companies list open positions here. Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine. EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR’s normal application process – it is probably fraudulent.

Geographic Disclosure

Compensation:   $58.67 per hour

Other Compensation:  NA

Benefits: Health and Welfare Benefits consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Salary : $59

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