Maintenance Mechanic at Vicinity in Washington, Washington DC

Job Description:

With 19 networks in 13 major cities, Vicinity Energy is North America’s largest provider of district energy solutions, offering energy investment, infrastructure and management to municipal, commercial and institutional customers with mission-critical energy needs. Our 450+ skilled engineers, operators and energy experts have a singular dedication to our customers’ success and a relentless focus on delivering efficient energy, resilient management and operation of cooling and heating networks, the production of green energy and carbon footprint reductions for the customers and communities in which we serve.

Summary





The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for working on maintenance projects and has experience in plant operation systems. The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for maintaining equipment and will directly execute maintenance work. This is a full time, hourly, non-union position. This position reports to the Plant Manager and is located at our Watergate location in Washington, D.C.





Responsibilities 





• Install, repair, and troubleshoot meters, pneumatic and electric controls equipment and distribution equipment including: piping, valves, traps, and expansion joints.


• Perform inspections and preventive maintenance on distribution systems





Qualifications and Experience





• High School Diploma or GED equivalent


• 2 or more years’ experience in: pipe fitting, pipeline repair/maintenance, valve/expansion joint/trap repair/maintenance, and/or steam plant maintenance of high pressure power boilers, combustion turbines, or steam turbines 


• Demonstrated leadership and full proficiency in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and operation of Pressure Reducing Stations, building heating systems, domestic hot water systems and associated controls


• Demonstrated leadership and full proficiency in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and operation of steam distribution system related equipment


• Demonstrated ability to communicate with the customers and completing routine paperwork


• Basic knowledge of HVAC systems, including air handlers and steam coils





Physical Requirements 





• The job can be physically demanding involving movement of heavy equipment and carrying materials up and down stairs. Candidates should be able to lift and maneuver an 80-lb load.


• Ability to tolerate confined spaces, including manholes, and varying temperatures and weather conditions


• Ability to lift heavy equipment and carry materials up and down stairs with the capacity of lifting 80 pounds


• Ability to hear and understand audible alarms, detect changes in noise levels of rotating equipment and hear portable radio communication


• Must submit to company required pre-employment drug screening and physical exam


• Required to operate company vehicle as requested. Must possess a valid driver license in good standing.