Chief Engineer - Union CHA

HHDC•Chicago, IL

2d•$72,000 - $74,000

About The Position

The Chief Engineer is a union-represented maintenance leadership position responsible for overseeing property maintenance operations and maintenance staff. The role coordinates work orders, preventive maintenance, repairs, unit turnovers, contractors, and emergency response while ensuring excellent service to residents. This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with on-call responsibilities. The pay rate is $72,000–$74,000 per year. The Chief Engineer oversees maintenance and janitorial staff, assigns and monitors work, and supervises contractors. The position may assist with hiring, training, and employee evaluations. It is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the company and SEIU Local 1.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
3–5 years of apartment maintenance experience.
Minimum of 2 years of team lead or supervisory experience.
Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, appliances, and general building maintenance.
Must obtain UPCS Inspection Certification within six months of hire.
Must maintain required union certifications.
Strong leadership, organization, communication, and customer service skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must provide required hand tools.
Reliable vehicle, insurance, and safe driving record required.
Must be willing to travel between properties as needed.
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, squat, climb, and crawl.

Nice To Haves

Basic computer skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

Oversee and assign daily work to maintenance and janitorial staff.
Prioritize work orders and ensure timely completion.
Establish daily and weekly maintenance schedules.
Supervise contractors and monitor maintenance projects.
Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies.
Train and provide guidance to maintenance staff.
Establish and maintain preventive maintenance schedules.
Perform and oversee plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, appliance, and general property repairs.
Monitor vacant unit turnovers and property conditions.
Maintain key control and property security procedures.
Assist with grounds, custodial, emergency, and general maintenance duties as needed.
Ensure staff follows company and workplace safety procedures.
Participate in the rotational 24-hour on-call schedule.
Assist at other properties when needed.
May assist with hiring, training, and employee evaluations.
Perform other duties as assigned.