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Amentum · 4 hours ago

Engineer - Second Operator (Chiller Operator)

positionUS-VA-McLean
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry Level
money$43.03/hr - $43.03/hr
date2+ years exp

Amentum is looking for an Engineer - Second Operator (Chiller Operator) to join our team in McLean, VA. You will operate and maintain HVAC related equipment on scheduled rotating shifts for air conditioning and/or refrigeration, while ensuring compliance with security and safety protocols.

Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support
badNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain assigned chillers and HVAC equipment
Work with the tools of the operating engineer's trade
Make periodic tours of assigned equipment and systems within the Central Plant recording required data
Monitor water treatment program for cooling equipment. Report all faults, deficiencies, and unusual occurrences to supervisor
Respond to emergency situations on assigned equipment, performing any and all tasks necessary for the protection of property and personnel
Handling and processing classified waste
Maintain written records
Maintain security and cleanliness in assigned secured work areas
Responsible for the duties of HVAC Grade II as assigned by Chief Engineer on maintenance days
Comprehend written and oral instructions
Perform other job related work as required

Qualification

HVAC systemsUniversal CFC certificationRefrigeration knowledgeElectrical knowledgeWritten communicationOral communication

Required

High school, technical school, apprenticeship, trade school graduate or equivalent required
Two (2) years experience as a mechanic/operator of commercial equipment including HVAC systems required
Universal CFC or EPA certification. Must have or be able to obtain within one year
Basic knowledge of refrigeration, controls, electricity, chemical treatment and HVAC systems
Must work scheduled rotational shifts, including days, evenings, nights, holidays and weekends
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/ SCI US Government clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Top Secret/ SCI clearance

Company

Amentum

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Amentum is a technology and engineering company for security, defense, and energy.
dateFounded in 2020
location
Germantown, Maryland, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.amentum.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$321.16M
2025-03-12Post Ipo Secondary· $321.16M
2024-09-27IPO
2020-01-01Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Ajay Nagar
Vice President
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Darren Burton
Chief People Officer
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