Stationary Engineer

As a Stationary Engineer at Complete Building Services (CBS), your primary responsibilities include operating and maintaining HVAC systems and associated equipment, performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and carrying out repairs. You'll be expected to perform service calls, document your work, and communicate with building managers to ensure optimal client satisfaction.

To qualify for the Stationary Engineer position at Complete Building Services in Annandale, you need to have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Class 3 Steam Engineer license. Completion of a four-year HVAC apprenticeship or equivalent training is required, along with at least four years of related experience in HVAC systems. Universal CFC/EPA certification is necessary, as is the capability to lift 60 pounds and ascend ladders up to 30 feet.

Complete Building Services (CBS) believes in empowering its employees and offers various support measures for professional development. This includes tuition reimbursement for education and certifications, in addition to a comprehensive training program designed to keep Stationary Engineers updated on the latest industry practices and technologies in HVAC maintenance and operations.

Stationary Engineers at Complete Building Services work primarily in commercial facilities in Annandale. You will engage with different teams, provide support and direction to subcontractors, and have the autonomy to manage your work schedules while adhering to standard operating procedures. Our team-centric culture promotes diversity and encourages you to bring your authentic self to work.

Complete Building Services offers an attractive benefits package to its Stationary Engineers, including competitive salaries, medical and dental coverage, a 401k plan with a match, flexible vacation policies, and commuter benefits. Additionally, they provide less common perks such as employee discounts, access to financial consultants, and support programs aimed at enhancing your wellbeing.

When faced with this question, outline your direct experience with HVAC systems, mentioning specific types of systems you've worked on and the scope of your responsibilities, such as installations, troubleshooting, and maintenance, especially in commercial settings.

Discuss your approach to prioritizing tasks based on urgency, safety, and operational impact. You might share your system for logging issues and how you communicate with your team to ensure critical problems are addressed promptly.

When answering this question, illustrate your systematic approach to troubleshooting by explaining how you isolate issues, review system logs, and perform diagnostic checks. Mention the tools and methods you utilize to arrive at a swift resolution.

Here, provide a specific example that demonstrates your collaboration skills. Detail how you communicated expectations clearly, ensured quality of work, and resolved any conflicts, showcasing your leadership and interpersonal skills.

Emphasize the importance of safety in your role by discussing specific protocols you follow, any safety certifications you hold, and the measures you take to ensure compliance with regulations in HVAC system operations.

When discussing your experience with BEMS, mention any software or systems you're familiar with and how you utilized them to optimize energy use, monitor system performance, and ensure operational efficiency.

Explain your process of documenting tasks via work orders or digital logs, emphasizing the importance of maintaining records for compliance and ease of follow-up on issues, which ensures transparency and accountability.

Narrate a specific situation that showcases your problem-solving abilities. Focus on the steps you took to resolve the issue, any obstacles you encountered, and the ultimate outcome, highlighting your resourcefulness.

Share how you engage with clients, understand their needs, and continually assess and monitor service quality to ensure satisfaction. Mention your communication strategies and proactive approach to anticipated issues.

Discuss your commitment to ongoing learning, mentioning any certifications you pursue, seminars or training you attend, and how you keep up with changes in HVAC technology and regulations in the Industry.