Central Plant Chief Engineer

Moody Gardens, Inc.•Galveston, TX

6d•$60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

Supervision and coordination of all personnel involved in the operation and maintenance of heating, cooling, refrigeration equipment, and all associated infrastructure. Lead Engineering Team to adhere to company and OSHA safety practices. Track and maintain all utilities i.e. electric, gas, and water. The incumbent is authorized to take reasonable action necessary to carry out assigned duties and responsibilities, provided such action is consistent with position guidelines as outlined below. Position guidelines include but are not limited to, established company and department policies and procedures and all supervisory directives. The incumbent is expected to exercise sound, reasonable judgment and initiative, and give high priority to accuracy and details in the performance of job responsibilities. Demonstrate the ability to plan, organize and execute multiple tasks in what can be a fast-past environment. Maintain strict confidentiality including, but not limited to, employee and company budgetary records.

Requirements

At least 10 years experience as a plant or maintenance supervisor.
Technical ability to troubleshoot and diagnose HVAC systems along with their associated components.
Be able to read MEP drawings.
Capable of understanding and operating15Kv and 5Kv distribution systems.
Must be available on a 24-hour basis in case of equipment failure.
Must be able to train operators on equipment operation and safety.
Knowledge of Heating, Cooling, Power Distribution, and Refrigeration Equipment
Knowledge of Building Automation Computer Systems is a must.
Excellent communication skills including over radio, phone, and email
Ability to work with computer software such as Word, Excel, etc.
Familiarity with Preventative Maintenance programs
Experience with scheduling and payroll systems
Ability to be cooperative and flexible
Must be accurate, timely, and discrete
Ability to hear variations in noise made by mechanical equipment
Ability to read color coding, small print, and objects
Ability to be walking, sitting, or standing for long periods. On average, walking – 4 hours at a time, sitting – 2 hours at a time, standing in one spot – 1 hour at a time
Must have good equilibrium and sense of balance for working on catwalks and other mechanical spaces
Ability to work outside in weather extremes including high temperatures during a Texas summer
Ability to perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, and kneeling
Ability to push and pull objects or materials weighing up to 100 lbs
Ability to climb stairs and ladders, working at heights up to approximately 30 feet for extended periods, with the ability to reach, often overhead
Ability to grasp, lift, or carry items weighing up to 50 lbs, occasionally waist high

Responsibilities

Train, supervise, and direct all Operating Plant and Preventative Maintenance personnel
Perform all functions of an operator or operation engineer
Requisition and approve all necessary supplies and repairs
Create and maintain annual and monthly operating budgets for the Central Plant
Request quotes and source multiple bids on large projects
Negotiate contracts with outside vendors for execution of maintenance work
Ensure operation efficiency of electrical equipment and mechanical systems throughout campus and through timely inspections and repair.
Ensure operation efficiency of all campus utilities and mechanical infrastructure
Schedule operating shifts, overtime projects, and vacation coverage with Asst. Chief
Conduct interviews of prospective employees
Perform periodic performance evaluations of all Central Plant personnel
Dispatch engineers to assigned duties and work requests
Assist the Director of Facilities in all duties
Oversee the daily duties of the Preventative Maintenance Department and assure complete record-keeping through a PM program.
Any other duties as assigned; duties are subject to change as management deems necessary to best serve the needs of Moody Gardens