Bishop Ireton High School, a Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory high school serving 950 students in Alexandria, has an immediate opening for a Building Engineer. The individual in this position utilizes advanced skills to perform preventive maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, equipment and grounds. Working under supervision, this position monitors building operations and performance, utilizing trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, heating and cooling. The Building Engineer is a member of the Facilities/Operations Department. This is a full-time, 12-month non-exempt position reporting to the Facility Operations Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complies with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and Bishop Ireton High School directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Works with the Facilities team, ensuring that building systems are maintained and operational.
• Performs assigned repairs, cleaning, and emergency and preventive maintenance. Completes maintenance and repair records as required.
• Reviews and completes assigned work orders.
• Performs carpentry, furniture assembly and lock tasks as needed.
• Performs small repairs for a modern office facility, to include touch-up painting, caulking, adjustments of suspended ceilings, minor sheet rock repair.
• Responds quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
• Periodically maintain 24/7 “on-call” status for after hour emergencies and inclement weather.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area, tool and equipment storage areas. Ensures tools, shop equipment and materials are cleaned, and maintained, including the necessary records and inventories. Uses proper procedures when performing tasks and utilizing equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Safety

• Ensures that the building is safe for all occupants if any unexpected incidents arise.
• Takes responsibility for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by the work. Participates in all OSHA-related programs & activities as required, including incident investigations, interviews, auditing and assessment, etc.
• Reports any conditions which could result in an accident or injury and/or stop work if required.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A commitment to maintaining the building and systems of the school at a high level.
• An understanding of, and commitment to, safety protocols.
• Respect for all individuals on campus and the faith-based work environment.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge and relevant experience with building maintenance. Certifications/licenses as may be required by local or state jurisdictions.
• Uses personal computer and/or PDA for work order system and email. Basic skills with Microsoft Office.
• Strong time management skills; demonstrates attention to detail
• Shows resilience; Provides reliable follow-up and meets deadlines
• Must speak fluent English.
• Experience working in a school environment preferred.

Education

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Two-year building trade school certificate preferred.

Terms of Employment

• Full-time, Non-Exempt, 12-month employee
• Background check and Virtus training

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter with contact information (phone/email) for three professional references and a current resume to Tina Becker, Manager of Administrative Services, at tina.becker@bishopireton.org 

About Bishop Ireton 

Bishop Ireton, a Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory high school in historic Alexandria, Virginia, began its proud heritage of academic excellence in 1964. The school offers a challenging environment and outstanding quality of life, both in academics and co-curricular activities, with a three-tiered focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), humanities and fine arts. The spirit of community service and giving back is central to the school’s mission. Bishop Ireton’s quality is reflected in its distinguished faculty and staff, who take great pride in seeing every graduate head to college - often to highly prestigious universities and service academies.