Assistant Chief Engineer

JLL•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Chief Engineer supervises and directs maintenance personnel responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining base-building and critical-system machinery and equipment. The role supervises the operating team on the assigned shift and assumes the Chief Engineer’s responsibilities when the Chief Engineer is not on site. The position oversees service requests, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, contracted maintenance work, staff training, hazardous-material handling, workplace safety, inventory, budgets, and facilities projects. It also supports remodeling, new exhibit construction, and planning activities involving other departments.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent minimum education.
Two years of trades schooling in electrical system design, refrigeration, and HVAC.
At least five years of experience in facility or plant engineering maintenance, including at least five years in supervision.
Exposure to HVAC, fluid handling and pumping, fluid filtering, mechanical systems, welding, and electrical systems engineering and operation.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively in oral and written reports.
Proficiency in basic computer application software, such as MS Office, Lotus, and email.
Internal candidates must consistently receive a “meets expectations” job performance review.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; this position does not provide visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct maintenance staff on the assigned shift and monitor their performance.
Perform or direct maintenance service requests, ensuring work is completed efficiently with minimal disruption and adequate cleanup.
Inspect malfunctioning equipment and determine corrective actions needed to restore it to satisfactory operating condition.
Train and supervise operations staff, including instruction in tool and instrument use, basic maintenance, safety, and troubleshooting procedures.
Recommend relevant outside engineering courses and promote professionalism in staff conduct and appearance.
Supervise and implement the preventive maintenance program, scheduling work to minimize disruption to building services.
Perform or delegate preventive maintenance tasks to appropriately qualified staff.
Order parts and equipment required for repairs, maintenance, and new installations, and maintain inventory.
Direct contracted maintenance work, ensuring timely completion and fulfillment of equipment warranty obligations; obtain equipment manuals and drawings from installers and contractors.
Comply with departmental policies for the safe storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials, and maintain a clean and safe workplace.
Plan and manage the budget and recommend and estimate facility repairs and improvements for the annual budget.
Participate in facilities remodeling, new exhibit construction, and other departments’ planning activities.
Manage and monitor construction and repair projects.
Maintain an adequate operating inventory of tools and supplies, including preparing purchase order requests, developing stock-material sources, and checking supplies periodically.
Perform additional duties as requested.
Assume the Chief Engineer’s responsibilities when the Chief Engineer is not on site.