Chief Engineer

Field Museum • Chicago, IL

43d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the management and daily leadership of the engineering team with a focus on safely, efficiently, and effectively operating building machinery and systems. The Chief Engineer will implement and manage all aspects of the fire/life safety, mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, controls), and electrical preventive maintenance programs.

Requirements

• 10 years engineering work experience, including customer service, leadership and supervisory experience
• City of Chicago Stationary Engineers license
• Demonstrated technical expertise in facility related systems
• Working knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office, CMMS, and building automation systems
• Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage engineers including training and personal development
• Oversee the maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems including: fire/life safety, mechanical (HVAC, plumbing) electrical (lighting, generators, primary switch gear, and building automation systems)
• Identify maintenance objectives and incorporate those objectives into a documented plan that includes all necessary preventive, corrective and/or reliability maintenance procedures
• Has in-depth knowledge of all building systems and maintenance processes
• Understands aspects of construction planning and execution
• Executes equipment inspection and monitoring programs
• Implements maintenance best practices to improve overall mechanical equipment uptime
• Continuously evaluates current maintenance, operations and reliability methods and implements changes to enhance effectiveness
• Identify safety hazards within the building and incorporate the remediation of such hazards to ensure that the building's staff and occupants work in a safe environment.
• Responsible for overseeing the activities of contractors working within the building
• Responsible for keeping records of buildings rounds, meter readings, logs and data sheets.
• Manage contracted maintenance staff and vendors
• Responsible for ordering all supplies and materials
• Performs additional job duties as requested.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Including medical, dental, vision plans, and even pet insurance.
• Financial Security: Life and disability benefits plus a 403(b) savings plan to help you plan for the future.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid holidays to ensure you have time to recharge and spend with loved ones.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy great employee discounts and complimentary general admission to participating cultural institutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed