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Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Onsite
Not Available
How You’ll Contribute
The Campus and Experiences division creates and supports inspirational experiences for live audiences and delivers excellent service and operations at National Geographic Society facilities. The division is responsible for our Base Camp headquarters, including all aspects of the Museum of Exploration. This division also produces and generates revenue through National Geographic Live, Speakers Bureau and National Geographic’s Traveling Exhibitions programs.Your Impact
Your Impact
Responsibilities Include
Operate and monitor all building mechanical, electrical and life safety systems as required during the shift and keep a written account of the shifts activities. (50%)
Assist as needed with all after hour functions of the Society, including programming of equipment via the EMS, adjusting time clocks for lighting, responding to any other demands or concerns the function may have. (10%)
Oversee and ensure the maintenance program assigned to this shift is completed in a professional and timely manner, diagnosing problems, recommending and or ordering the necessary components to keep the equipment operating in an as new state. Additionally, oversee the refrigerant maintenance and repair program and the refrigerant inventory room. Act as a liaison between the shift engineers and the Assistant Chief to improve communications between the 3 shifts and the office. (25%)
Perform testing, operations and maintenance of mechanical and life safety systems as required by either law or manufacturers recommendations. Perform the required daily testing and adjusting of water treatment systems assigned to the shift. (5%)
Administrative duties include daily logs of equipment operations, written account of the shift activities, work order and PM documentation and closeout, research and reference of equipment OEM records and maintenance practices, perform periodic and annual performance reviews of personnel assigned to this shift. Also, continuous review of all building systems looking for any areas where improvements/ enhancements resulting in conservation of utilities can be made. (10%)
Minimum Education Required
A high school graduate with extensive continuing education in the fields of engineering and maintenance either from community college, trade or technical schools or the National Association of Power Engineers Education Foundation. A 3rd class District of Columbia Steam Operators license and Universal CFC certification is required. A minimum of 24 hours per year of continuing education in the engineering field is a job requirement.
Minimum Years and Type of Experience
Proven supervisory skills and 7 to 10 years of hands-on experience are required.
Knowledge and Skills Required
This person will have extensive practical experience in the areas of HVAC, steam boilers, centrifugal chillers, refrigeration systems, VAV and variable frequency drives, energy management systems, fire alarm and fire suppression systems, water treatment systems and practices, packaged AC units, commercial food service equipment and all other systems necessary for providing a first-class working environment in a class A office complex. Must have computer skills and knowledge of standard Microsoft software programs. Must have good oral and written communication skills.
Supervision
1-5 staff members
Salary Information
The National Geographic Society offers a competitive and holistic total rewards package. Our compensation structure and transparent pay philosophy are based on industry-specific market data for similar-sized nonprofit organizations.
The salary range for this position accounts for a wide range of factors including but not limited to organizational need; specific skill sets; experience and training; certifications; and more. At the National Geographic Society, individuals are typically hired at or near the starting point of the salary range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
The hourly range for this position is $49.40 - $52.00.

Employees in positions who are assigned to a shift that starts or ends between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. are entitled to shift differential pay of 10% of base pay for the hours worked between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m.In addition, the National Geographic Society offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance; engaging and comprehensive wellness program; 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions after 6 months of employment; flexible paid time off benefits with up to 22 days of paid annual leave per calendar year (15 days for new hires in their first year, prorated based on the number of pay periods remaining in the year) and 10 days of sick leave; 12 paid holidays and a paid winter break between December 25 and 31 (May not apply to all roles that are required to work during high volume seasons or essential workers. Please check with the hiring manager for confirmation.); paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility benefits; learning and development opportunities; Lifestyle Spending Account; pet adoption assistance and insurance; pre-tax transportation benefits with a generous employer subsidy; employer-paid life insurance and disability benefit; and a variety of National Geographic discounts and perks.
Job Designation
On-Site - Staff members who spend 100% of work time on-site at Base Camp, supporting overall campus and museum operations. On-Site staff shifts (spread over seven days a week and 24 hours a day, including holidays) are scheduled by their supervisors and determined by team needs and may be adjusted based on cyclical work cycles and ebbs and flows of work throughout the year.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization.