Chief Engineer

Colliers International•Atlanta, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Make your next move an expert one. At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities. Why Colliers? Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers’ continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career. The Chief Engineer plans, organizes, and supervises maintenance, repair, janitorial, construction, and other related areas of the buildings, structures, and grounds. The chief Engineer leads a team of three technicians and is responsible for assuring high standards of customer service, unwavering optimism, and professionalism at all times, including timely response to and resolution of any client’s requests or concerns. Columbia Theological Seminary is a professional and graduate school of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) committed to academic excellence, world ecumenicity, and cultural pluralism in the education for church, social, and teaching ministries.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Minimum of 5 years’ work experience in facility maintenance in a campus environment
Proven technical, vocational, or on-the-job training in at least one of the following areas: repair of sealed refrigeration HVAC systems, electrical, mechanical, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, or plumbing
Current Universal CFC license a plus
Working knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office Suite
Availability to maintain an on-call schedule and/or shift work
Ability to meet physical requirements relating to the job: stooping, standing, climbing, and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 pounds
Familiarity with building automation systems is required
The qualified candidate will be detail-oriented, able to handle multiple projects simultaneously, extremely professional, and customer service-oriented
Contract/Vendor administration skills.
Basic accounting and budgeting knowledge.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Highly organized with inventory record keeping
Proven record of excellent internal and external customer service
A strong team player, service-oriented attitude, and unwavering positive outlook
Demonstrated willingness to work independently and productively and to take initiative, as well as willingness to accept direction.
Possess a valid state operator/driver’s license with no major violations on MVR.
Ability to pass a drug screen and a criminal background check.
Proven leadership capability
Proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service
Working knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety
Apartment maintenance is highly desirable.

Nice To Haves

State contractor’s license in one or more of the MEP facets is highly desired
Commercial HVAC and previous supervisory experience preferred
Current Universal CFC license a plus
Apartment maintenance is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Oversee the physical operation of the entire campus.
Create and oversee maintenance, housekeeping, and cleaning programs.
Oversee and evaluate building and grounds and housekeeping personnel.
Create and oversee an effective ongoing preventive maintenance program.
Create and oversee the capital improvement/maintenance budgets within stated objectives.
Create, maintain, and coordinate effective fire/security monitoring/fire suppression services.
Develop, maintain, and report all required environmental, health, and maintenance standards as required by law and ensure compliance with all regional, state, and federal regulations and laws.
Arrange bids and develop specifications for all outside contractual work.
Oversee outside work for compliance and completion.
Represent the seminary with contractors, architects and the City of Decatur (zoning, inspections, etc) with any new construction/renovation.
Perform general maintenance as required.
Provide 24-hour emergency response through an on-call rotation.
Coordinate and evaluate utility services, refuse removal, recycling service, and pest control.
Provide space arrangement/coordination for both internal and external events.
Perform related tasks as required and other duties as assigned.
Recommend improvements for the preventive maintenance program on an ongoing basis.
Develop and maintain effective building-specific maintenance procedures.
Coordinate maintenance efforts with outside contractors and technicians.
Respond immediately to emergencies (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, natural or weather-related, etc.) and customer concerns.
Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, and directives related to building operations, safe work habits, and promotion of sustainability.
Support the facility’s Environmental, Health and Safety programs.
Plumbing, appliances, garbage disposals, sink, and shower fixture installation.
Other duties as assigned.