Assistant Chief Engineer

KW Property Management Careers•Miami Beach, FL

About The Position

The Assistant Chief Engineer is a member of a team responsible for preventive and scheduled maintenance operations and staff supervision. The role oversees site repairs addressing the physical needs of the property, including its interior, exterior, and grounds. The position reports directly to the Chief Engineer and the Property Manager of the community. It is full-time, generally Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; some weekend or evening hours are necessary in emergency situations. The property determines the specific schedule, which may change to accommodate business needs. The role requires responding to emergency maintenance requests and being available for emergency calls, with the ability to react to and address emergencies within two hours. The employee must be able to drive for work purposes if urgently needed. This is an active job involving regular standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, and frequent lifting or moving of items over 30 pounds. The work environment may involve fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, extreme conditions at the job site, and loud noise. KW Property Management & Consulting is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of general experience in building trades, repair and replacement maintenance, or handy-work.
Experience performing maintenance work in a similar environment.
Experience supervising team members.
Ability to drive for work purposes when urgently needed.
Valid Florida driver's license.
Ability to react to and address emergency situations within two hours.
Availability for emergency calls.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to provide professional written reports and make recommendations to the Property Manager and the Client.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including frequent lifting or moving of items over 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

Supervise maintenance staff and assign tasks.
Maintain a full stock of materials needed to complete work orders.
Receive and complete work orders.
Coordinate and work with property vendors on jobs performed at the property.
Maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
Obtain estimates for supplies and repair parts.
Order parts and supplies as needed.
Keep work and common areas clean and free from debris.
Supervise trash pick-up in all common areas and across the property.
Respond to emergency maintenance requests as required.
Provide professional written reports and make recommendations to the Property Manager and the Client regarding the property's maintenance needs.