What are the responsibilities and job description for the Site Reliability Engineer - Critical Infrastructure position at The Washington Post?
Job Description
The Washington Post is seeking a highly skilled Site Reliability Engineer to join our team. As a critical member of our infrastructure team, you will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of all critical equipment that keeps our printing plant running effectively and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate, maintain, and repair boilers, heaters, pumps, valves, and associated lines used in the distribution of steam and heated/chilled water.
- Manage refrigerant compressors, condensers, evaporators, traps, transfer pumps, expansion valves, stop valves, and float valves, as well as refrigerant lines and temperature control devices.
- Ensure the proper operation of pumps, secondary refrigerating liquids, valves, appurtenances, and lines used in the system.
- Repair air compressors, distribution lines, valves, and air control devices.
- Operate, maintain, and repair natural and manufactured gas distribution lines, including valves and control devices.
- Manage water filters, softeners, piping, and pumps used in conjunction with water distribution, including sinks, toilet bowls, supply lines, drains, and water lines.
- Operate, maintain, and repair electrical motors and engines used to power pumps, compressors, and fans.
- Ensure the proper operation of fuel oil systems, including pumps, valves, lines, controls, and fuel tanks.
- Manage sanitary sewer systems, including sump pumps, basins, water closets, urinals, toilets, and piping.
- Maintain and repair trash compactors, including electrical and hydraulic systems.
- Maintain kitchen equipment.
- Manage electrical power distribution and auxiliaries for building lighting, mechanical, plumbing, and control components, including lighting maintenance.
- Recalibrate controls based on seasonal conditions to ensure energy-efficient operation.
- Maintain equipment according to the Preventive Maintenance Program.
- Maintain life safety and security systems.
- Perform other duties as requested by building management.
Compensation and Benefits:
The Washington Post offers comprehensive benefits to support your career and personal growth. Our competitive salary range for this position is $55,900.00 - $83,900.00 USD Annual. We also offer three weeks of vacation, up to three weeks of paid sick leave, nine paid holidays, two personal days, and 20 weeks of paid parental leave for any new parent. You'll enjoy robust mental health resources, backup care, caregiver concierge services, gender-affirming services, pet insurance, and more. Leadership and career development programs are available to support your professional growth.
About Us:
The Washington Post is committed to innovation and excellence in journalism. We strive to provide high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating. Our diverse, multi-generational workforce brings varied perspectives and experiences to our mission. Join us in shaping the future of media and making an impact that lasts.
Salary : $55,900 - $83,900
