Assistant Chief Engineer
About The Position
The Assistant Chief Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of facility equipment and building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. The role supervises, leads, and supports the engineering team to ensure building performance and safety. It contributes to JLL’s business objectives through customer service, a safe and professional work environment, and cost-saving in-house maintenance solutions. The position is onsite at the Tn Tower / WRS Complex in Nashville, Tennessee, with a Tuesday–Saturday shift from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and an on-call rotation. The role may also support after-hours building activities and requires the ability to respond onsite for emergency service within 45 minutes.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent and technical training or degree.
- Universal EPA / CFC license.
- At least four years of technical experience in building engineering, including packaged HVAC, plumbing, electrical, production equipment repair, and general building repair and maintenance.
- Valid Tennessee Driver’s License.
- Ability to work independently and effectively as a team member.
- Strong verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel), CMMS, and internet-based software.
- Ability to manage CAPA effectively and strictly enforce Health & Safety regulations.
- Ability to respond onsite for emergency service within 45 minutes.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of trade school or completion of a documented apprenticeship in electrical systems, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, or other craft skills.
- Hands-on knowledge of system design, applications, and repairs in commercial buildings.
- Ability to serve as interim Chief Engineer during absences.
- Familiarity with OSHA regulations and JLL safety culture.
- Proactive approach to identifying and proposing cost savings.
- Experience in museum environments and/or historic facilities.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other installed systems and components.
- Analyze and troubleshoot building systems and equipment to resolve malfunctions.
- Use the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage and complete work orders and preventive maintenance tasks in compliance with SLAs and client-specific KPIs.
- Lead and mentor team members, sharing expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and related areas.
- Monitor Building Automation Systems (BAS), respond to alarms, and ensure effective resolution.
- Maintain records related to building rounds, readings, refrigerant logs, safety policies, and compliance with OSHA and JLL Team Safety Policies.
- Conduct scheduled facility rounds, report building conditions, and enter work orders for resolution.
- Provide customer service to tenants and agencies while minimizing disruption.
- Support after-hours building activities and participate in on-call rotations as needed.
- Maintain a clean, safe work environment and ensure adequate inventory of tools, supplies, and PPE.
- Support cost-saving initiatives through in-house maintenance solutions.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
- Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.
- Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical, and emotional health.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
