Chief Engineer

ACTION FACILITIES MANAGEMENT INC•Austin, TX

24d•$48 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the management and operations of the facility and systems of all building mechanicals; ensuring a safe working environment; conducting routine assessments; and performing day-to-day corrective and preventative maintenance. The Chief Engineer leads all aspects of maintenance and repairs on site and determines the schedule for maintenance and repairs. The Chief Engineer leads the engineering team in their work and conducts own schedule of hands-on maintenance and repair. Responsible for systems and equipment including heating and ventilation, pumps, hot water, cold water, air conditioning, valves, piping, filters, plumbing systems, electrical systems, etc.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
EPA Universal certification
A/C Refrigeration Operator Certificate
5 years of experience (within the past 7 years) in directing the operation and maintenance of equipment in a supervisory capacity
2 years of experience (within the past 5 years) in BAS systems; CMMS; VISTA; and boilers and chillers over 1200 tons
Experience working in buildings of at least 300,000 sq ft
Experience with automation control systems such as BAS, Niagra Tridium, JACE, Public Address, and Computerized Lighting Systems.
Ability to operate and maintain electrical systems and equipment
Ability to operate, maintain, and repair mechanical, plumbing, BAS, HVAC, Boilers, Chillers, AHUs in a commercial setting
Ability to operate and maintain architectural and structural systems, fixtures and equipment
Ability to operate and maintain egress and access systems including but not limited to: locks, keys, keycard systems, vehicle barrier system, static and dynamic bollard systems, dock levelers and bumpers, garage doors
Experience with storm drainage systems and ability to operate and maintain sanitary sewage equipment and systems
Ability to maintain and clean facilities designated as "Historic."
Ability to lead and guide a team of mechanics
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent customer service skills
Dependable and a team player
Must currently possess or be able to enroll into a training course and obtain one of the following certifications within 6 months: N.A.P.E. Certification Air Conditioning III - Operations and Management (National Association of Power Engineers) Advanced Boiler Operator Certification International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) class 3 stationary engineer

Responsibilities

Train journeyman and apprentice level personnel in correct maintenance and safety practices.
Inspect and conduct oversight of preventative maintenance measures and mechanical repairs
Conduct Critical Equipment Condition Assessment Repair and report findings to Project Manager
Perform required maintenance services for the facility which includes multi-story buildings
Ensure technical team are completing service requests through the CMMS systems
Provides input to Project Manager for reporting and monthly meetings
Provide supervision to employees engaged in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the high- and low-pressure steam distribution systems for heating, drying, air-conditioning, and air and water pressure systems.
Monitor Building Automation Systems (BAS)
Operate and maintain Electrical systems and equipment
Operate, maintain, and repair mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC systems in a commercial setting
Support staff with the engineering systems and drawings and equipment
Conduct own repair and maintenance procedures as needed to assist the team
Experience in performing chiller repairs, including but not limited to replacing seals, removal of and refilling refrigerant, correcting operational malfunctions, and loading, replacing motors, controls, sensors, gauges, repairing pipe leaks.
Experience in Boiler repairs including but not limited to seals, repair of leaks, correcting operational deficiencies and issues, replacing motors, controls, sensors, gauges, repairing pipe leaks.
Experience in Pump repairs, including but not limited to leak repairs, seal changes, shaft repairs and replacements, motor replacements, alignments, etc.
Experience in replacing motors
Experience in troubleshooting BAS issues, correcting HVAC issues, and correcting energy and water waste issues
Other duties as assigned by Project Manager