Chief Engineer - Union CHA

HHDC•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Chief Engineer is a union-represented maintenance leadership position responsible for overseeing property maintenance operations and maintenance staff. This full-time position is scheduled Monday through Friday for 40 hours per week and includes on-call responsibilities. The annual pay rate is $72,000–$74,000. The role coordinates work orders, preventive maintenance, repairs, unit turnovers, contractors, and emergency response while providing excellent service to residents. The Chief Engineer oversees maintenance and janitorial staff, assigns and monitors work, supervises contractors, and may assist with hiring, training, and employee evaluations. The position 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.
At least 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 a safe driving record required.
Must be willing to travel between properties as needed.
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, squat, climb, crawl, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Evening, weekend, and emergency work is required.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Oversee and assign daily work to maintenance and janitorial staff.
Prioritize work orders and ensure their timely completion.
Establish daily and weekly maintenance schedules.
Supervise contractors and monitor maintenance projects.
Maintain an 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 follow company and workplace safety procedures.
Participate in the rotational 24-hour on-call schedule.
Assist at other properties when needed.
Oversee maintenance and janitorial staff, assign work, and monitor performance.
May assist with hiring, training, and employee evaluations.
Perform other duties as assigned.