Engineer Ii

Salary : $66,103.86 - $110,173.86 Annually
Location : FAIRFAX (EJ32), VA
Job Type: FT Salary W BN
Job Number: 23-03418
Department: Facilities Management
Opening Date: 12/02/2023
Closing Date: 12/29/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: S24
Posting Type: Open to General Public
Job Announcement
Performs quality control and assurance of contractor work for the repair, maintenance, and replacement of complex commercial building HVAC and plumbing equipment for a portfolio of over 250 critical commercial buildings comprising of over 12 million gross sq. feet of rentable space. Buildings include but are not limited to single story, multi-story and high-rise buildings. The incumbent will provide strong knowledge of commercial building complete mechanical equipment and systems. Ensures all contractor work as well as operations are compliant with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and state and federal regulation such as Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), OSHA, and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This role requires good physical ability, as the engineer will spend 75% of their day in the field conducting inspections and driving to sites. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing business needs of the organization.
Note: This position is considered essential personnel, on-call or alternate shifts may be necessary to complete work assignments.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

• Depending on the functional area of assignment:
• Knowledge of the principles, theory and practice of civil, architectural, and environmental engineering or urban planning;
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques relating to construction project management and contract administration;
• Knowledge of computer applications and software (such as CAD) that are associated with the preparation of plans and engineering computations;
• Knowledge of topographic and construction surveying;
• Knowledge of common methods and equipment used in engineering design/construction and of inspection methods used in reviewing such work;
• Knowledge of real property descriptions;
• Knowledge of environmental testing methods;
• Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations regarding solid waste management;
• Knowledge of Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and the codes and ordinances that apply to building construction in Fairfax County;
• Ability to gain familiarity with the Public Facilities Manual;
• Ability to work in a team environment;
• Ability to train and supervise staff;
• Ability to review construction documents, designs and proposals for costs, design requirements and compatibility with county standards, guides and operational needs;
• Ability to prepare reports, specifications, and contract documents;
• Ability to conduct public meetings;
• Ability to prepare technical reports and to present findings in a clear and concise format;
• Ability to make accurate drawings and maps;
• Ability to make accurate computations and neat and accurate field notes;
• Ability to collect and compile research data.

Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to") Graduation from a four-year college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technologies with a bachelor's degree in the appropriate engineering or architectural field; plus, one year of professional experience in the appropriate engineering field.
Upon successful completion of four years of professional engineering experience, Engineer II employees are eligible for a non-competitive appointment to Engineer III within the engineering discipline for which they have been trained.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Valid driver's license.
• Valid Master HVAC license.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a pre-employment medical evaluation, and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.
• This position is considered "Emergency Essential Personnel."

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Fundamental knowledge of Trane, Siemens, Automated Logic, and Delta Building Automation Controls with 3 years operator experience.
• 7 years of experience as the lead and accountable person for the maintenance, repair, and operation of complex commercial HVAC equipment in high-rise, mid-rise, and low-rise buildings with a portfolio of over 3 million square feet to include two years of supervisory experience.
• 3 years of experience supporting and overseeing commercial Facilities Maintenance HVAC contractors and contracts.
• Demonstrated strong familiarity with operations and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems supporting commercial buildings.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand HVAC and associated subsystems design documents to include blueprints, building plans, specifications, and warranties.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to hear normal building equipment and alarms and verbal warnings in occupied buildings and building sub-system work areas. Good dexterity for hands on work. Must be able to bend, stoop, crouch, crawl, balance, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Must have mobility for standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, kneeling, reaching overhead, grasping, moving equipment, pushing, pulling for extended periods of time while performing work. Must be able to climb up 12 ft. step ladders and extension ladders, fixed wall and roof mount ladders, and cage ladders up to 35 ft. as well as climb stairs up to 12 stories. Must be able to wear and physically complete necessary tasks while wearing OSHA approved and required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to include but not limited to safety shoes, safety gloves, hardhat, safety clothing, ear protection, respirator, etc. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview may include exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 39.8% of residents speak a language other than English at home () and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314.EEO/AA/TTY.
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Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• LiveWell Program
• Flexible Spending Programs
• Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)
• Paid Holidays
• Contributory Retirement Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employees' Child Care Center
• Commuter Benefit Program
• Continuous Learning Opportunities

NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
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Non-Merit Positions

1. Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
   • Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
   • Flexible Spending Program
   • Deferred Compensation
2. Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
   • No benefits

01
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

• Less than 12th grade
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree

02
If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.

• Less than 45 quarter hours
• 45 to less than 90 quarter hours
• 90 to less than 135 quarter hours
• 135 to less than 180 quarter hours
• 180 or more quarter hours
• Less than 30 semester hours
• 30 to less than 60 semester hours
• 60 to less than 90 semester hours
• 90 to less than 120 semester hours
• 120 or more semester hours
• Not applicable

03
Please indicate all major(s) or minor(s) for your completed degree(s). Check all that apply.

• Engineering
• Architecture
• Other (related field)
• Other (non-related field)
• Not applicable

04
If you selected "Other related field" for the previous question, describe the field of your major course work. If not applicable to you, type "N/A."
05
Did you attend a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technologies?

• Yes
• No

06
How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience do you have working in the engineering or architectural fields?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five years or more

07
Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

08
Do you possess a current Master HVAC license?

• Yes
• No

09
How many years of full-time equivalent progressively responsible experience in the supervision or management of complex commercial HVAC systems and equipment for a large portfolio (over 5 million gross square feet of occupiable space) do you possess?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
• Seven to less than eight years
• Eight years or more

10
How many years of full-time equivalent experience in directly managing as the primary responsible and accountable person for oversight of contract(s) conformance, for commercial HVAC maintenance and repairs contracts servicing critical commercial buildings (over 5 million gross sq. ft.) do you possess?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six years or more

11
How many years of experience have you had being directly responsible and accountable for supervising the activities, contracted personnel, and performing inspections for the installation, maintenance, and repair complex commercial heating, ventilating, and air condition systems in critical commercial buildings?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
• Seven to less than eight years
• Eight or more years

12
How many years of direct experience have you had working with commercial Building Automation Systems in the maintenance, repair, and operation of large commercial building HVAC systems?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five years or more

13
In the past three years in what capacity have you primarily provided Commercial Building HVAC system inspection, repair, maintenance, and replacement?

• Employed Owner, municipality, engineering or architectural firm as mechanical and plumbing plan reviewer
• Project Manager directly employed by the Building Owner
• HVAC Technician or Building Engineer employed by the Building Owner
• Employed by HVAC company with primary job duties and responsibilities of HVAC Technician
• Employed by company with primary job duties as HVAC quality control technician
• None of the above

14
How many years of experience have you had as the primary and lead HVAC technical expert and quality control inspector responsible for the day-to-day oversight, troubleshooting, and management for the operation, repair and replacement of complex HVAC systems AND components for a large portfolio (over 5 million square feet of occupiable space) of varied commercial building types and uses?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five...