Building Engineer Apprentice Jobs in Houston, TX

Innovative Consulting & Management Services (ICMS) is a Professional & Technical Management Consulting firm with over 20 years of consulting experience. We offer technical professional services to Federal and State Governments, and Commercial clients. ICMS is a Small Business and Certified HUBZone employer. We deliver value to our clients by combining deep industry knowledge with strong functional capabilities. Our focus is to manage cost-effective programs while at the same time mitigating risk and improving results. Our success is with teamwork, a coordinated effort from all disciplines, from clients to consultants and most important, it’s about delivering on our commitments.

ICMS is seeking a Chief Engineer (Working Supervisor) to lead and oversee the technical operations of a federal facility. This is a working supervisor role, responsible for all aspects of facility operations, maintenance, and repairs. The Chief Engineer will train and supervise journeyman and apprentice personnel, inspect and has oversight of the Preventive maintenance program and repairs, and details the Critical Equipment Condition Assessment Repairs and Reporting.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• As the designated supervisor, manage all O&M tasks at multiple facilities
• Inspection and oversight of PMs and mechanical repairs
• Critical Equipment Condition Assessment Repair and Reporting to Project Manager
• Manage, train, and monitor MEP personnel in the proper operation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of building equipment
• Maintain currency and records for training and certifications including licensure, safety, and operational equipment training
• Manage and inspect the Preventative Maintenance Program, ensuring efficient scheduling, execution, and documentation
• Perform Critical Equipment inspections, identifying issues or trending activity and reporting conditions to management
• Provide hands-on experience in HVAC repairs, including replacing seals, refrigerant handling, correcting malfunctions, motor replacements, controls, sensors, gauges, and repairing pipe leaks
• Perform boiler repairs, including replacing seals, leak repairs, correcting operational deficiencies, motor replacements, controls, sensors, and repairing pipe leaks
• Troubleshoot and repair pumps, including leak repairs, seal and shaft replacements, motor replacements, and alignments
• Utilize, manage, and troubleshoot DDC and building automation systems (BAS) for troubleshooting, controlling and optimizing energy and water efficiency
• Conduct daily tours of facility, reporting or correcting any issues found
• Monitor properties for safety concerns, taking corrective action when necessary
• Troubleshoot all facility equipment, ensuring quick and efficient problem resolution
• Read and interpret contract specifications and drawings to ensure compliance with project requirements.

• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in facility operations and maintenance, with verifiable expertise in troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of equipment.
• At least five (5) years of recent (within the past 7 years) experience in directing operation and maintenance of equipment in a supervisory capacity, knowledge of the operation of site specific major pieces of equipment and system operation.
• EPA 608 Certification required
• A/C Refrigeration Operator Certification required
• One or more of the following certifications (or equivalent experience):

- N.A.P.E. Air Conditioning III – Operations and Management (National Association of Power Engineers)

- Advanced Boiler Operator Certification

- International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) (Class 2 minimum, Class 1 preferred) stationary engineer

• Demonstrated experience in operating, troubleshooting, repair and replacement of building specific equipment to include the following:

- Performing required scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair for Multi-story, and Multi-tenant Building of 160,000 sq or greater.

- Ability to operate and maintain Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, BAS, and HVAC systems & equipment

- A minimum of 2 years of recent (within the past 5 years) Siemens BAS systems, NCMMS, boilers, energy recovery equipment and chillers over 600 tons and other characteristics of the equipment to be operated and maintained under this Contract.

- Experience operating and maintaining low pressure boilers, and chillers over 250 Tons.

- Ability to operate and knowledge of fire protection and life safety systems and equipment to include Public Address systems.

- Knowledge of architectural and structural systems, fixtures and equipment

- Ability to conduct Service Request Desk Operation including Maximo NCMMS or similar programs.

- Maintenance of landscape irrigation systems, and computerized lighting systems

- Ability to operate and maintain egress and access systems to include: locks, keys, keycard system, vehicle barrier system, static and dynamic bollard systems, dock levelers and bumpers, roll-up and sliding garage doors.

- Experience with storm drainage, and sanitary sewage equipment and systems

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills; ability to train and mentor personnel
• Experience implementing preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and prevent equipment failures
• Proficiency in managing HVAC personnel and general maintenance workers (GMWs), ensuring high-quality work performance.
• Fluent in English (spoken, written, and reading comprehension)
• Must be available outside of standard working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to respond to emergencies, urgent operational needs, or other unforeseen situations as required
• Experience in government contracting is highly desired
• Must meet federal government security clearance standards, requiring at least a Public Trust background investigation.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to climb ladders, use power tools, and perform heavy physical labor as needed
• Exposure to wet, humid conditions, chemicals, fumes, and dust
• Work may include outdoor exposure to inclement weather

Security Clearance:

It is mandatory that all Contractor personnel working onsite at federal facilities meet federal government security clearance standards. Minimum investigation at a Public Trust level required.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life and Accidental AD&D Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• 11 Paid Government Holidays
• Generous sick and vacation leave

Job Type: Full Time Onsite Position

Work schedules are subject to change based on client and company needs. As a management position, this person will be on call regularly and be available for and respond to emergencies off shift.

*This is a contingent hire position based upon the award of contract.

Citizenship requirement: U.S. Citizenship

ICMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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