Assistant Chief Engineer

CBRE•Tempe, AZ

33d

About The Position

As an Assistant Chief Engineer, you'll be the driving force behind smooth building operations. You'll lead shift activities, coordinate with trusted vendors and subcontractors, and ensure every system runs at peak performance. This role combines leadership with hands-on expertise—perfect for someone who thrives on solving complex challenges. You'll take ownership of advanced repairs and preventive maintenance for buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, and grounds. Working independently, you'll monitor and optimize building systems while applying a wide range of trade skills, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, and HVAC. Every day brings variety, responsibility, and the chance to make a real impact.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of 4 years of related experience in complete building maintenance.
Universal CFC certification required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information.
Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles and to understand operating budgets. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and/or commissions. Conducts basic financial analysis.
Physical requirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs / ladders and ability to lift / carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follows all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.
Directs shift operations, assigns work orders, and/or provides technical and procedural training of coworkers and subcontractors. Arranges for subcontractors as needed.
Reviews monthly tenant service request summaries to pinpoint and correct recurrent operational problems.
Oversees and inspects the work performed by engineering staff. Determines that work is complete, equipment is fully functional and client space is in prime working condition.
Formulates and implements a preventive maintenance program to ensure that building machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life.
Inspects building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves environmental conditions prescribed by client.
Reviews assigned work orders. Estimates time and materials needed to complete repair. Maintains inventory of adequate supplies and tools and orders necessary materials to finish the tasks.
Consults with clients to schedule preventive maintenance and other downtime to minimize business interruption and inconvenience.
Performs assigned repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance. Complete maintenance and repair records as needed.
Responds quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
Completes other duties as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.