About The Position
The Chief Engineer II maintains the building’s physical structure and equipment in optimal working condition by performing preventive maintenance and emergency, corrective, and routine repairs on electrical, mechanical, fire and life safety, plumbing, and HVAC systems. The role communicates with the Chief Engineer and MCCS management and supervises facility maintenance personnel, including technicians, electricians, painters, and carpenters. The Chief Engineer II mentors, coaches, and trains field staff to support high performance and adherence to maintenance standards. The position oversees facilities work in assigned stores, including maintenance, response calls, energy conservation, safety, purchasing, expense management, and training. It coordinates Facilities personnel and contractors, tracks key performance indicators, collaborates with store teams, and supports project planning and capital requests. The role may also perform hands-on facility work as required or permitted by the collective bargaining agreement. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least two years of related experience, and EPA certification. The work involves significant physical activity and a flexible schedule that may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Macy’s offers competitive pay and benefits, including health and wellness coverage, a 401(k) match, paid time off, paid holidays, learning and leadership development, merchandise discounts, performance-based incentives, an annual merit review, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 2 years of related experience.
- EPA certification.
- In-depth knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical systems, plumbing, mechanical equipment, and facility maintenance best practices.
- Understanding of safety protocols, engineering codes, and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to manage, mentor, coach, and develop field staff.
- Ability to assess maintenance needs, prioritize projects, and implement cost-effective solutions.
- Experience planning, overseeing, and reporting on maintenance projects, capital requests, and facility upgrades.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with store management, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex maintenance issues, analyze technical problems, and implement solutions.
- Experience managing maintenance budgets, following purchasing procedures, and optimizing resource allocation.
- Ability to use industry trends, new technologies, and creative problem-solving approaches to improve facility operations.
- Commitment to providing high-quality maintenance services that support store operations and customer experiences.
- Able to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on department and company needs.
- Able to perform heavy lifting, constant moving, remaining stationary, and reaching with arms and hands; remain stationary for at least two consecutive hours; lift at least 50 lbs.; stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb ladders; and potentially reach above eye level.
- Requires close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the building’s physical structure and equipment through preventive maintenance and emergency, corrective, and routine repairs.
- Execute and oversee preventive maintenance, response calls, energy conservation, safety, purchasing, expense management, and training programs in assigned stores.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for facilities work and direct Facilities personnel and contractors.
- Set and communicate annual written individual goals for each direct report.
- Manage, coach, train, mentor, and recognize field staff.
- Track and monitor eAM productivity statistics, expense results, energy efficiency, and customer satisfaction reports.
- Ensure direct reports’ purchases comply with purchasing procedures and use approved vendors and supply partners.
- Assist the Division Facility Manager with preparing and submitting capital requests.
- Interface regularly with Store Management, Operations, Visual, and Loss Prevention teams.
- Participate in store project planning and provide progress reports as needed.
- Perform electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and other facility management tasks as required or permitted by the collective bargaining agreement.
- Follow safety procedures and perform work safely.
- Foster acceptance and respect and strengthen relationships with colleagues, customers, and communities.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
- 401(k) match
- Paid time off
- Eight paid holidays
- Continuous learning and leadership development
- Colleague Resource Groups
- Volunteer opportunities
- Merchandise discounts
- Performance-based incentives
- Annual merit review
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal and financial advice
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
