Operating Engineer, Plant Operations

Operating Engineer, Plant Operations Job #: req35027 Organization: World Bank Sector: Facilities Management Grade: GD Term Duration: 3 years 0 months Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment Location: Washington, DC,United States Required Language(s): English Preferred Language(s): Closing Date: 12/15/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC

Description

Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty and promoting shared prosperity. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges.  For more information, visit www.worldbank.org.

Global Corporate Solutions and Corporate Real Estate 

Reporting directly to the Managing Director and World Bank Group Chief Administration Officer (MDCAO), Global Corporate Solutions (GCS) brings together the functions of Corporate Security, Corporate Real Estate, and Corporate Services (such as food services, printing, travel, conferences, and translation and interpretation). 

GCS’s Corporate Real Estate (GCSCR) division plays a crucial role in supporting IBRD, IDA, MIGA, and ICSID by developing and operating their real estate demands worldwide. GCSCR’s primary purpose is to create safe, cost effective, sustainable, and functional real estate solutions, enabling business units to perform their work program in line with the WBG’s mission to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. 

To achieve its purpose, GCSCR led by the Senior Manager, is structured into three divisions: (i) HQ Real Estate Development and Management (GCSHQ), which covers facilities based in Washington, DC, (ii) International Real Estate (GCSIR), responsible for facilities located overseas, and (iii) Corporate Real Estate,  Center of Excellence (CoE) which serves as a central hub of expertise driving operational excellence, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring the successful execution of initiatives.  

GCSCR is comprised of approximately 100 staff, leverages over 500 contractors, and manages an annual facilities capital investment plan of about $155 million globally. GCSCR works closely with the Regions on the Bank’s more than 190 locations.  

This position reports to Engineering Supervisor, Plant Operations (GCSHQ) and is responsible for oversight of the operations and maintenances of Bank-owned buildings located in Washington, DC. This includes operations and maintenance of chillers and boilers, associated components used to supply heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment.  This position is also responsible for repairs of associated HVAC equipment, as well as plumbing and fire suppression systems in Bank-owned and leased buildings. The Operating Engineer provides day-to-day guidance to staff and contractors. Based in Washington, DC, this position is categorized as “essential personnel” with the requirement to be called into work to support the remediation of, but not limited to, fire, flood, catastrophic break downs or severe weather occurrences.

Duties and Accountabilities

 Oversight of the operation and maintenance of supporting operating systems and plant equipment, during the shift hours of 6:00AM to 2:30PM from Monday to Friday, with the requirement to work scheduled weekend overtime shifts approximately once every four weeks. This is necessary to ensure cost effective, efficient, and uninterrupted HVAC services, including A/C chillers, low pressure steam boilers, automated building control systems, heating and cooling fan and distribution systems, automatic temperature controls, emergency diesel generators and plumbing service equipment.
 Responds to plant related service requests, including emergencies (such as equipment failure, smoke, fires, and floods) in the Bank-owned HQ buildings.
 Independently diagnoses malfunctions and resolves a wide range of moderately complex problems on HVAC systems, steam systems, electrical controls, domestic plumbing systems, and automatic garage doors.
 Performs scheduled preventive maintenance and repairs and project renovation tasks on HVAC systems.
 Provides guidance to less experienced staff and contractors on maintenance and repairs of HVAC systems.
 Takes the lead on \"after hours\" plant operations and monitoring of the building automation system, when required.  
 Provides technical support, advice and assistance to GCSHQ project managers and contractors, as needed to support both current and future projects.

Selection Criteria

Attention: \"Preference will be given to local talent, that is, applicants that are authorized to work in the duty station for any employer. Internal applicants may apply per existing guidelines.\"

 Minimum of 5 years relevant experience and must possess, at a minimum, a current 3rd Class DC, NIULPE, or 3rd Class MD steam/stationary engineer license and a current Universal CFC recovery certificate, or equivalent.
 Multi-trade experience in several areas of the building trades involving operations, maintenance, installation and alteration of plant operating equipment, high and low voltage electricity, automated building systems, pneumatics, electronic controls. 
 Thorough knowledge of various measuring instruments to diagnose and repair malfunctions of commercial HVAC systems.
 Sound technical knowledge of commercial HVAC systems and the ability to troubleshoot, maintain, repair and, in some cases, install systems.
 Fully proficient with in the use of Building Automation System (BAS), preferably Siemens Systems.
 Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks in an efficient and conscientious manner.
 Committed team player with excellent customer service skills and experience working in a multi-cultural environment.
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
 Proficiency with reading and interpreting floor plans and MEP blueprints.

WBG Culture Attributes:

1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.

World Bank Group Core Competencies

The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.