Assistant Chief Engineer

Cousins Properties•Atlanta, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Chief Engineer performs hands-on maintenance and repairs to building systems to support the safe, efficient, and proper operation of assigned properties. The role assists with system operation, monitoring, preventive maintenance, and project administration, and may perform selected management duties. When the Chief Engineer is absent, the Assistant Chief Engineer performs the Chief Engineer’s duties on a short-term basis. The position is onsite in Atlanta, Georgia, and is not remote or hybrid. The role covers electrical, HVAC, life safety, and miscellaneous building systems. It also includes team leadership, project and vendor oversight, budgeting, reporting, preventive maintenance program administration, and assistance to Property Management. The position requires availability for after-hours and weekend assignments and emergency calls, with 24/7 readiness at the same level as the Chief Engineer.

Requirements

At least 8 years of experience in the building maintenance industry; a certified and accredited trade-school degree in HVAC, electronics, or another related trade may count for up to two of those years.
High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge and expertise in operating heavy equipment such as chillers, generators, switchgear, pumps, and air handling units.
Ability to work well with others and interact positively with customers.
Specialized training in various tools and building equipment.
Equivalent union training and certification is acceptable.
Knowledge of the safe and proper use of ladders, lifts, basic hand tools, multimeters, amp probes, anemometers or airflow meters and hoods, pressure gauges, drain augers, plungers, safety goggles, ear protection, and fire extinguishers.
Basic personal computer skills, including the ability to produce basic spreadsheets, memos, and email messages; typing skills are beneficial.
Prior experience assigning team projects, helping and teaching others, and accepting responsibility for actions and results.
Ability to perform responsibilities urgently, respond to solve problems, and accept a variety of tasks associated with the position.
Demonstrated integrity, sound business ethics, compliance with organizational values, and ability to protect confidential information.
Customer-service skills and ability to deliver optimum service while performing job functions.
Communication skills, including clearly expressing ideas, presenting verbal information straightforwardly, asking questions, and listening to understand others’ perspectives.
Ability to stand and maintain well-paced mobility for up to four hours at a time; bend, stoop, squat, and stretch; and regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform tasks involving grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, handling objects, reaching, talking, listening, hearing, and visual acuity.

Nice To Haves

A certified and accredited trade-school degree in HVAC, electronics, or another industry-related trade, which may be credited toward up to two years of the experience requirement.
Typing skills.

Responsibilities

Maintain, repair, operate, and monitor building systems, including electrical, HVAC, life safety, security, and other mechanical systems.
Troubleshoot electrical circuits and replace outlets, switches, lighting ballasts, circuit breakers, and motor control starters.
Perform preventive maintenance on air handling units; respond to HVAC calls; inspect and adjust chillers; maintain chiller logs; test water-system chemical treatment; and repair or replace HVAC components.
Adjust building energy management system settings and troubleshoot power induction units, fan-powered terminal units, and pumping systems.
Respond to fire alarm and trouble calls, operate life safety system points, inspect emergency generators and fire pumps weekly, and record inspection results.
Repair or replace door closures, door hardware, and door operators; adjust and repair security systems; and understand mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams.
Maximize the performance and professional development of assigned personnel; potentially supervise employees, assist with hiring, and counsel subordinates or record disciplinary action.
Administer projects by drafting proposals, developing scopes of work, conducting bidding, overseeing contracts, and closing out projects.
Prepare engineering budgets for utilities, repairs and maintenance, and capital improvements; monitor operating budget variances and report findings.
Prepare and present written reports to Property Management or Engineering officials as required.
Manage and execute preventive maintenance programs, including automated application programs.
Supervise vendors and contractors and assist Property Management as required.
Be available for after-hours, weekend, and emergency assignments with 24/7 readiness; coordinate PTO with the Chief Engineer to maintain coverage.
Perform remedial tasks such as painting, cleaning, and unclogging toilets or drains.
Assist the Chief Engineer with preventive and operational maintenance practices in accordance with industry standards and the Cousins Way Manual.
Assume team leadership and project oversight as delegated or needed; perform other Engineers’ functions in their absence; and periodically review and inspect work performed by less experienced Engineers.