Chief Engineer

Lillibridge Healthcare Services•Baltimore, MD

35d•$110,000 - $157,000•Onsite

About The Position

Lillibridge Healthcare Services is seeking a Chief Maintenance Engineer to oversee full maintenance responsibilities for an off-campus medical office building. This role is crucial in maintaining the reliability and performance of buildings, ensuring safe and functional environments for tenants, clients, employees, and patients. The Chief Maintenance Engineer will manage all general repairs and preventative maintenance of building systems, including HVAC, boilers, lighting, and fire/life safety systems, while also focusing on utility savings efforts and ensuring optimal client/tenant satisfaction. This position involves managing policies, procedures, standards, and reporting for all maintenance functions, including staffing, budgeting, contracts, and capital expenditure recommendations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
7 to 10 years of related work experience and technical training, preferably in healthcare, commercial real estate, or hospital environments
Maryland 2nd Grade Stationary Engineer license required
Must be located in Baltimore, MD area with availability for after-hours emergencies and participation in on-call rotation
Must be in office (onsite) 5 days a week
Basic aptitude for mathematics and ability to assist in maintenance budget preparation
Ability to lift and move 100-pound objects by applying proper body mechanics
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without need for employer sponsorship now or in the future

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of a two-year college/technical school preferred
1st Grade Stationary Engineer strongly preferred
CFC handling certification preferred
Ability to read/understand blueprints, CAD experience preferred
Demonstrated experience in oversight of energy savings efforts and initiatives

Responsibilities

Coordinate with General Manager to design, implement, and manage a computerized preventative maintenance program and work order system
Oversee the operation and performance of routine repairs and preventative maintenance on building equipment and building systems efficiently and effectively
Respond to tenant calls and perform necessary repairs or adjustments as appropriate
Perform daily rounds of buildings and common areas to maintain a safe and pleasant environment
Oversee completion of all work order documentation in accordance with departmental protocol
Schedule daily tasks, preventative maintenance, and projects with maintenance staff
Coordinate with General Manager and tenants for required system performance and equipment testing and inspections per regulatory standards
Maintain engineering logs and complete required reports
Review and update MSDS logbooks
Maintain inventory of tools and equipment
Maintain all mechanical rooms, storage areas, and shop areas in a clean and safe condition
Assist with the monitoring of vendors and outside contractors as appropriate
Direct and train maintenance personnel in the safe and effective operation of equipment and building systems
Supervise, monitor and evaluate the performance and effectiveness of maintenance personnel and regularly inform General Manager of status
Assist with the development of annual budgets and monitor adherence to budgeted financial targets
Respond to emergency situations in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
Assist with the implementation of ongoing improvement programs (i.e., Energy Star, LEED, etc)
Lead requisition of supplies, materials, and vendor work with approval from General Manager
Adhere to all safety standards, policies, procedures, and codes of conduct
Report all pertinent events and activities to General Manager