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Facilities Engineer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Mount Vernon, OH - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 34 - 42
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
2 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
10 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Facilities Engineer
Full-Time Non-Exempt
Position Overview:
George Washingtons Mount Vernon is seeking a skilled and dependable Facilities Engineer to help maintain and protect one of the nations most significant historic landmarks. This role is responsible for the operation maintenance and repair of building systems across the Estate ensuring safe efficient and reliable facilities for staff visitors and guests.
The ideal candidate is hands-on solutions-oriented and comfortable working in a unique environment where modern building systems must coexist with historic structures. This is an essential role supporting Mount Vernons mission to preserve the Estate while welcoming more than one million visitors annually.
Full-Time Non-Exempt
Position Overview:
George Washingtons Mount Vernon is seeking a skilled and dependable Facilities Engineer to help maintain and protect one of the nations most significant historic landmarks. This role is responsible for the operation maintenance and repair of building systems across the Estate ensuring safe efficient and reliable facilities for staff visitors and guests.
The ideal candidate is hands-on solutions-oriented and comfortable working in a unique environment where modern building systems must coexist with historic structures. This is an essential role supporting Mount Vernons mission to preserve the Estate while welcoming more than one million visitors annually.
This position will be responsible for supervising facilities staff and coordinating interdepartmentally to streamline work across all buildings and systems. This position will also be the on-site contact for all HVAC system and repair contractors to ensure seamless and effective operations across the Estate.
Compensation:
Compensation:
$34.00 to $42.25 / hour.The anticipated starting salary for this position will be determined based on the selected candidates relevant experience education skills certifications and internal equity in accordance with applicable law.
Expected Hours:
7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with occasional weekends
Essential Duties:
- Operate maintain inspect and repair building systems including HVAC electrical plumbing fire/life safety and mechanical systems.
- Perform preventive maintenance and respond promptly to work orders and emergency maintenance issues.
- Troubleshoot and resolve system failures while minimizing impact on historic structures and public operations.
- Monitor building automation systems and make necessary adjustments for efficiency and comfort.
- Conduct regular inspections of buildings and equipment to identify maintenance needs and safety concerns.
- Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors including oversight of work performed onsite.
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs service records and compliance documentation.
- Support special events and high-traffic periods by ensuring building systems operate reliably.
- Follow all safety protocols and preservation guidelines specific to a historic site.
- Collaborate with Facilities Preservation Collections and Operations & Maintenance teams to support Estate-wide needs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification trade school training or associate degree preferred.
- Minimum of 35 years of experience in building engineering facilities maintenance or a related field.
- Working knowledge of HVAC systems electrical systems plumbing and general building maintenance. Licensing preferred.
- Experience with building automation systems (BAS) preferred.
- Ability to read blueprints schematics and technical manuals.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings weekends or respond to emergency call-ins as needed.
- Appreciation for historic preservation and working within a mission-driven organization is highly valued.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred.
Work Environment:
- This position is primarily onsite and based throughout Mount Vernons historic Estate and support buildings.
- Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
- The environment includes active public spaces with high visitor volume as well as behind-the-scenes operational areas.
- The role may involve exposure to mechanical rooms rooftops confined spaces and varying noise levels.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand walk climb stairs and ladders bend kneel and crouch for extended periods.
- Ability to lift carry push or pull up to 50 pounds.
- Manual dexterity sufficient to operate tools and perform repairs.
- Ability to work in tight or elevated spaces and tolerate temperature extremes.
- Visual and auditory ability to safely operate equipment and respond to alarms and system alerts.
Benefits:
- 403(b) Retirement plan with employer matching
- Employee recognition at 5 years of service
- Employee referral program
- On-site Library
- Employee Discounts
- Free Parking
- Health Vision and Dental insurance
- Short Term Disability Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Paid leave for sick time vacation and Holidays
- Flexible spending account for medical care
The Mount Vernon Ladies Association is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we are committed to building and retaining a team that represents a variety of skills experiences and perspectives. All employment decisions are based on business needs job requirements performance and qualifications without regard to race religion or belief national or ethnic origin gender/sex (including pregnancy) age physical mental or sensory disability sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression marital or domestic partnership status veteran and military status family or parental status or any other status protected under federal state or local law. The Mount Vernon Ladies Association will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
George Washington’s Mount Vernon is the historic home of George and Martha Washington, located 13 miles south of Washington, DC. Guests can see the historic mansion, stately rooms, and outbuildings preserved to the year 1799, the last year of George Washington’s life. Owned and operat ... View more
