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Operating Engineer

Operating Engineer
JLL
Posted:
Location: Cambridge, MA

Operating Engineer Position Description

The Operating Engineer is responsible for the operation and maintenance of facility mechanical systems and related automation to ensure machinery and systems operate safely, efficiently, and effectively. The role involves protecting and improving the value of the client's assets, implementing reliability-based maintenance, and continuously enhancing maintenance practices to maximize performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform maintenance and operation of building systems (fire/life safety, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, cabling, lighting, temperature controls, critical environments, light construction).
Respond to and mitigate Alarm conditions, troubleshooting and driving to complete any necessary corrective action.
Troubleshoot mechanical equipment, drives, actuators using BAS tools and OEM standards
Recommend and help to maintain critical spares inventory.
Provide Maintenance, Repair and efficient troubleshooting for steam systems, humidifiers and steam traps.
Respond to alarms for O2 and CO2 sensors and make necessary repairs and replacements.
Develop and implement maintenance plans incorporating preventive, corrective, and reliability procedures.
Ensure safety hazards are identified and remediated and manage safety training programs.
Participate in Reliability Centered Maintenance best practices.
Ensure compliance with regulatory laws and guidelines related to building infrastructure.
Maintain infrastructure and compliance documentation.
Support contractor activities within the building.
Use Computerized Maintenance Management Systems for work planning and documentation of work performed and labor hours.
Keep records of building rounds, engineering logs, and data sheets.
Flexible in the day-to-day activities and scheduling for the benefit of the customer.
Provides immediate response to a variety of facility issues to include plumbing, electrical, carpentry and other site emergencies.
Develops estimates and presents proposals to site leadership.
Assists other trade professionals as necessary to complete team objectives
Must have availability to respond to after-hours emergencies on-site only as needed.
Must have ability to read and understand operator and service manuals, specifications and drawings.
Works at varying heights using ladders, scaffolding, aerial and platform lifts.
Escorts and monitors quality and safety practices of outside contractors as assigned.
Adapts appropriately to temporary adjustments in work schedule to accommodate projects and other site demands.
Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.
Skills/Qualifications
Education: High School graduate or GED.
2nd Class Fireman's License for state of MA
1+ years facility related work experience, including customer service, leadership and supervisory experience
Extensive knowledge of computer applications including BAS, Microsoft Office and CMMS systems
Physical Requirements:

Have the ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
Have the ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladders, stepladders, and stairs as required during shift.
Have the flexibility to bend/stoop, squat repetitive during shift.
Have the ability to stretch/reach on a repetitive basis during shift.
Have the ability to walk extensively throughout the facility during shift.
Have the ability to participate in a respiratory protection plan to include use of a respirator or PAPR

Shipyard Purchasing Manager

Posted:
Location: Fairhaven, MA

Fairhaven Shipyard Companies, Inc.

Fairhaven Shipyard Companies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Marine Purchasing Manager for our shipyard facilities in Fairhaven, MA. Fairhaven Shipyard Companies, Inc. operates full-service ship yards with all of the marine trades in servicing all types of vessels, including: commercial fishing vessels, commercial passenger and government vessels, yachting and recreation, sail, and more. All qualified candidates are encouraged to send resume/qualifications to HR@Fairhavenshipyard.com

Experience requirements: ideal candidates would meet or exceed the following criteria:
• Experienced Marine/Shipyard Purchasing Manager;
• Product and Vendor knowledge of electrical, plumbing, metals-welding, paints, hydraulics, petroleum products, etc., in the commercial marine/industrial environment.
• Experience in selecting vendors, contract negotiation, and managing contract performance.
• Regulatory and/or industry experience as it pertains to vessels and maintenance thereof.

Other minimum requirements:
• The ability to work independently, and work with/take direction from others.
• Excellent communication skills, reliability and integrity.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• The ability to maintain a professional attitude and appearance.
• The ability to work positively and directly with customers and employees.
• The ability to use relevant computer programs/software, including word, excel, billing and inventory management, and point of sale systems.
• The ability to manage/coordinate timely shipping & logistics as needed for shipyard projects.
• The ability to maintain appropriate and accurate inventories, and manage others in accomplishing these tasks.
• The ability to operate a forklift.
• The ability to conform to Fairhaven Shipyard Companies, Inc. policies
• Meet U.S. Government employment eligibility verification requirements.
• The ability to physically perform the duties of a Marine Purchasing professional and pass a pre-employment physical to work in a shipyard environment.
Benefits/Provisions
• Very competitive wages
• Paid time off, commensurate with experience; and paid Holidays
• Medical, life, and disability insurance. Additional, optional insurances available.
• Employer sponsored IRA with match.
• Company paid cell phone
• Employer provided training as relevant to the position

NOTE: This job posting is for notice purposes only, and is not all-inclusive description of requirements and benefits. Fairhaven Shipyard Companies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

How to Apply

Email with resume to HR@Fairhavenshipyard.com

Fuel Yard Operator

Posted:
Location: Springfield, NH

NE Renewable Power is made up of 7 Biomass electric generating power stations located in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. These stations play a crucial role in supplying locally sourced renewable energy to the people of New England. Sprague brings over 150 years of energy operating experience to the operations of these facilities, and we’re hiring a Fuel Yard Equipment Operator for the Springfield, NH location.

Who we are:

Sprague takes a collaborative, customer-centric approach to providing best-in-class energy products and related services throughout the Northeast. Founded in 1870, we pride ourselves on offering customers the expert solutions and high-quality service that help their businesses thrive in any market landscape. Sprague values innovation, safety, integrity and people. We know that our people are what set us apart from our competition, and we work hard to make sure each employee across our 20+ locations knows how important they are to our community.

We offer great benefits! Medical benefits and retirement contributions start on your first day!

401(k) Traditional and Roth plans with employer match of 100% of the first 6% of the employee’s contribution
Defined Contribution Plan with an automatic 2.6% contribution from Sprague
Paid Volunteer Time
Tuition reimbursement
Choice of Health Plans to fit your individual needs
Wellness Program
Our Fuel Yard Operator will be responsible for moving, storage, blend and feed biomass of fuel in a steam generating electrical Power Plant.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

Operate and load in a safe and efficient manner.
Ensure adequate flow of blended fuel to boiler.
Manage fuel piles.
Maintain cleanliness of rolling stock and fuel forwarding systems.
Report unsafe or abnormal conditions immediately to Supervisor or Plant Manager.
Position reports to the Control Room Operator
Education and Experience: An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.

High School diploma
Two years of operating loaders, tractors, forklift and other light or heavy equipment.
Knowledge of safe operation of loader, tractors, forklifts.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Good oral and written communications
Must be able to perform the physical demands of the assigned position.
Physical Abilities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in high noise and/or hot cold temperature extremes.
Ability to work in proximity to high voltage and/or rapidly rotating equipment and in cramped and/or confined conditions requiring overall flexibility, manual dexterity and hand eye coordination, with occasional heavy lifting.
Ability to work occasionally with toxic chemicals including but not limited to solvents, acids and caustics.
Ability to work rotating shifts, working on feet for 12-hour periods, work overtime and work weekends and holidays. On call status (day and night) may be required.
Ability to wear a respirator, hardhat, hearing and eye protection.
Able to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to work in confined spaces.
Work outside in hot or cold, wet or dry weather.
Work alone and in an unsupervised environment.

Sprague is an EEO/AA employer. We strongly encourage minorities, females, Vets and individuals with disabilities to apply.

As a federal contractor we adhere to OFCCP employment regulations. Click here for OFCCP compliance information

Power Plant Specialist

Posted:
Location: Medford, MA

Position Overview:

Ameresco has a new opportunity for a Power Plant Specialist to join our team at the Tufts University Central Energy Plant (CEP) in Medford Massachusetts. The Plant Specialist will report to the Regional Manager and have responsibility for plant safety, compliance, maintenance and operational reliability. The Plant Specialist will work with a small team that conducts the daily operations and maintenance activities for the facility

Responsibilities:

Thrive in Ameresco’s safety-centric team culture.

Drive continuous safety improvement throughout the organization.

Report incidents, support investigations, and take corrective action.

Operate and maintain the facility in compliance with permits.

Build a compliance and environmentally conscious team.

Maintain a proactive equipment maintenance plan.

Coordinate contractors and perform maintenance activities efficiently.

Oversee planned maintenance outages and manage records.

Identify upgrades for safety and facility reliability.

Respond to and manage plant issues beyond regular hours.

Support Regional Manager in budgeting and cost management.

Propose cost reduction strategies without compromising safety or production.

Maintain operator qualification and training programs.

Review and revise plant standard operating procedures.

Handle material orders, schedule deliveries, and approve invoices.

Cultivate positive relationships with the Customer.

Review reports for accuracy and assist in special projects.

Perform other required duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School graduate or GED.

Minimum of 5 years of direct experience with operation and maintenance in an industrial setting.

Experience in power generation, boiler operation, district steam heating, and chilled water system operations.

Must have a working knowledge of reading and interpreting system drawings and/or P&IDs.

Valid US driver’s license required. Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills are required.

Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills are required.

Additional Qualifications:

Formal and relevant technical training through military service, trade school, industrial experience, or technical training schools desired.

Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering or technical discipline a plus.

Applicable military and merchant marine experience is highly valued.

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook a plus.

Working knowledge of Maximo CMMS a plus

How to Apply

Service Engineer

Posted:
Location: Trumbull, CT | Remote

FGGS is a well-established, technical sales, service and engineering company located in Trumbull, CT. We have an International association with a large major European Corporation. We specialize in service and support of High Speed Gearboxes used on Gas, Steam and Wind Turbine Motor driven systems. These Gears are used in applications to support the Oil / Gas and Power Generation industries for both on-shore and offshore installations.
Field Service Engineer
Summary:
First Global Gear Services is currently looking for a Field Service Engineer to join our team. This position will be responsible for servicing and supporting High Speed Gearboxes used on Gas and Steam Motor driven systems. The ideal candidate will have mechanical engineering training, the ability to troubleshoot problems, and the desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements:
• Bachelors in Engineering (Marine or Mechanical Engineering) is desired but not required depending on experience
• Hands on Experience with Rotating Equipment or gearing
• Previous field service experience with rotating equipment (Gears, Compressor, Pumps, Generator and Gas, Steam or Wind Turbines) is a definite plus
• Ability to speak Spanish and or Portuguese is a very positive asset due to installations in Latin and South America
• Field Services Travel Up to 80% to customer sites throughout the USA, Canada, Mexico and South America – required after initial training
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written) required
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a technical environment
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, Windows/Mac computer systems.

Salary & Benefits:
Based on Experience. FGGS will provide a portion of the medical benefits after 30 days. Paid vacation time after one year. An Excellent 401K type retirement investment account with company participation will be effective after one year of full employment.

How to Apply

Via Email: info@fggscorp.com

Repair Technician

Repair Technician
Whittemore Company Inc
Posted:
Location: Lawrence, MA

The maintenance team at Whittemore is seeking a versatile mechanic to join the department. Your day-to-day will be a mix of troubleshooting, repairing, fabricating, and designing. Welding is a requirement, MIG and stick. We run 4 large blast furnaces to process perlite and vermiculite. All the furnaces and associated equipment are the responsibility of the maintenance department. You will have the freedom to improve systems, design solutions, and implement your ideas. This is a dynamic job, and there is always a project in progress. If you're looking to join a team of skilled trades workers where you can use your head and see your ideas come to life, this is the place for you!
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Troubleshoot, repair, and preventative maintenance of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems and controls.
Installation of new and moving of existing machine modification
Assist outside contractors who are installing and or repairing equipment.
Perform all PMs on the equipment
Working with the production supervisor to assist in any adjustments to enable to continue producing the product.
. Qualifications and Skills Required for Position
High school degree
Helpful to have working knowledge of electrical systems and machine controls, as well as hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Have an understanding of mechanical systems
Ability to use hand and power tools confidently
Proficiency in welding is required
Additional Requirements For The Position
Some bending and lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds is required.
All machines/tools/equipment require the use of fingers, hands, and feet to operate.
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment as required by applicable health and safety laws.
Weekend and evening hours may be required.
Job Title: Plant Mechanic
Position Reports To: Maintenance Manager
Shift: Opening on 1st shift
1st shift, 5 am-2 pm
Note weekend coverage
Employment Classification: Hourly
Nothing in this Job Description restricts Whittemore Company Inc.’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. This position is at will, which means that it can be terminated by the employee holding the position or by Whittemore Company Inc. at any time, with or without cause or notice.

How to Apply

Email me directly at mwhitney@whittemoreco.com

Building Engineer 2

Building Engineer 2
Bulfinch Companies
Posted:
Location: Cambridge, MA

Building Engineer 2

Responsible for keeping all base building mechanical equipment records, logs, and time sheets necessary to maintain the building at the highest level of operational performance
Assist in overseeing contracted vendors work performance and ensure adherence to all operational and safety policies
Repair and maintain all HVAC equipment to include controls, process equipment, facility refrigeration systems, supply air handlers, exhaust air handlers, cooling/heating coils and gas fired boilers
Assist in the maintenance of plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, steam systems, specialty items such as doors, locks, door closures, furniture, or whatever general maintenance or electrical mechanical work is required
Repair equipment in his/her area of responsibility, escalating to supervisor as necessary, and always taking into consideration impacts to the Tenants
Perform daily building rounds to check all base building equipment and keep accurate log sheets as required
Respond to and complete tenant work order requests
Participate in on call rotation for off-hours emergency response
Analyzing problems and identify corrective measures
Maintain and check blueprints as needed
Utilize Yardi Facility Manager, or any other maintenance software, to track time, parts, repairs, tasks, etc. for all work completed, to include work orders and preventative maintenance
Cooperate with and assist others in a common effort to promote goodwill and company growth
Complete all required OSHA outreach 30-hour - General Industry training
Keep accurate time sheets
Perform additional duties, as requested, by the VP, Property Management or Director of Engineering

Control Room Operator for Gas Turbine Facility

Control Room Operator for Gas Turbine Facility
Professional Search, Inc
Posted:
Location: Milford, MA

Responsible for overall operations to include operating, monitoring, and controlling the status of all power plant systems from the Control Room. Responsible for promoting safe, effective and reliable operation of the facility. Position requires a 2nd Class Engineers License and the ability to work a 12 hour rotating shift schedule. Salary is flexible on experience, is also eligible for an annual bonus up to 8%, up to 4% profit sharing, and dollar-for dollar match toward the employee's 401K, and medical/dental/vision family Health Benefit Plan. Please indicate salary requirements on your resume. MA Maritime Graduates are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Qualified Candidate please contact Michael Gates: Email: mgates@professionalsearchinc.com - phone 413-455-1427.

Mechanical Superviisor

Mechanical Superviisor
Professional Search, Inc.
Posted:
Location: New Bedford, MA

Mechanical Supervisor reports to the Maintenance Manager and is responsible for overall direction and effective coordination of the Maintenance Department activities. This position ensure that work is properly planned and safely executed in a timely manner for sustainable plant reliability. Maintain department work schedules to ensure support of daily work during Major Outages, Minor Outages, Forced Outages and special projects. This position offers key opportunities for skill development that includes project mechanical systems, project management, leadership and technical training, as well as certifications in areas like OSHA, HVAC and electrical systems. Please indicate your desired hourly rate on your resume. MA Maritime Graduates encourage to apply.

How to Apply

Please contact Michael Gates: Email: mgates@professionalsearchinc.com - phone 413-455-1427. Please include desired hourly rate or salary on resume.

Sustainability & Project Coordinator

Posted:
Location: Cambridge, MA

The Sustainability & Project Coordinator will work with the Director of Operations to manage our building portfolio's utility performance, regulatory compliance, sustainability, operational initiatives and associated project involvement. This role is critical to maintaining our commitment to a sustainable operation while ensuring all regulatory requirements are met across our properties.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance Management & Documentation

Assist with regulatory submissions including BEUDO (Cambridge), LBER (Massachusetts), and GRESB, particularly during compliance periods.
Update and analyze Energy Star Portfolio Manager data for submission requirements
Work with management and the client on BEUDO verification requirements for compliance periods
Assist with third-party verifications for regulatory reporting
Analyze utility consumption against BEUDO baseline years to optimize building performance
Maintain and update compliance plans with current documentation

Data Management & Analysis

Assist in managing CMMS/Prism system to monitor building preventative maintenance activities, compliance requirements, and work orders
Generate system reports and coordinate with Property Management teams and Building Engineers
Support with the accuracy and review of utility data entries (electric, natural gas, water, waste) in Energy Star Portfolio Manager and assist with identifying inconsistencies or missing data and coordinate immediate follow-up
Assist with the quality control analysis on portfolio utility data
Extract and support the analysis of utility usage and cost data, preparing comprehensive analysis packages for the Operations and Property Management Team
Support the creation of sustainability presentations showcasing key metrics with multi-year comparative analyses
Assist with compiling and analyzing comprehensive annual utility performance data

Operational Performance Oversight

Support portfolio operational reviews, presenting month-over-month and year-over-year trend analyses
Document explanations for significant variances and highlight impacts from vacancies or tenancy changes
Follow up on critical maintenance issues to ensure timely resolution
Assist with managing sub-metering systems, analyzing reports for accuracy and identifying anomalies in tenant consumption
Monitor Energy Star ratings for certified buildings and identify new certification opportunities
Assist with coordinating water safety compliance reviews with consultants and operations teams
Review WELL Building certification maintenance and identify new certification opportunities

Financial & Strategic Planning

Partner with energy consultants to develop utility budgets and rate projections
Support utility procurement processes for natural gas and electricity at the portfolio level
Coordinate ASHRAE and energy efficiency audits with mechanical consultants
Oversee ROI analysis of Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs)
Support implementation of approved efficiency projects

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Facility Management, or related field
0-2+ years of experience in building sustainability, energy management, or related field
Experience with Energy Star Portfolio Manager and building management systems
Understanding of energy benchmarking and reporting regulations
Experience with sustainability reporting frameworks (preferably GRESB)
Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and visualization
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with utility sub-metering systems and tenant billing
Knowledge of building mechanical systems and energy efficiency measures
Familiarity with Cambridge BEUDO and Massachusetts LBER reporting requirements
Experience with decarbonization planning for commercial buildings

Estimated total compensation for this position:

65,000.00 – 75,000.00 USD per year