Chief Maintenance Engineer

CGL Companies•Williamsburg, VA

11d•$36 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Maintenance Engineer (CME) fulfills the technical aspects of the maintenance contract, ensures facilities are well maintained and operable, and manages the maintenance staff under their supervision. The CME is the facility’s technical spokesperson during client meetings and serves as lead technician, assigning and scheduling work, answering questions, and performing primary quality control inspections. The role may spend up to 80% of its time performing work orders. The CME interfaces with subcontractors on requisitioned work assignments to achieve full contract compliance. This position is assigned to the Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail in Williamsburg, Virginia.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
At least 5 years of skilled maintenance and/or commercial experience required.
Broad knowledge of and experience using computer-based predictive and preventive maintenance management systems.
Broad knowledge of various skilled trades.
Ability to read blueprints and as-built drawings.
Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and test equipment; ability to diagnose equipment problems, make repairs, test equipment, and maintain records.
Computer literacy.
Strong customer service skills and ability to meet client needs.
Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-moving environment, with close attention to detail.
Ability to motivate, delegate, and provide constructive feedback to a team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with a wide range of people in different situations.
Team-oriented approach, strong work ethic, positive attitude, and desire to provide excellent client service.
Valid in-state driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
License in one or more skilled-trade disciplines preferred.
State Inspection License preferred.

Responsibilities

Review job requests and work orders daily to determine workload priorities.
Assign work to staff and monitor progress toward completion.
Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on HVAC, electrical, gas, life safety, security, and other systems required for facility operations.
Conduct routine facility inspections for compliance with operational and safety requirements and standards.
Perform general trades work as required.
Requisition tools, equipment, and supplies needed for operations.
Inform and confer with the Regional Manager to resolve facility problems and personnel issues.
Keep the client and CGL Facility Management informed about open work orders, projects, staff attendance, and other activities to support effective resource use and timely, cost-effective completion of work.
Learn and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and standards.
Interact professionally with the public, vendors, and staff, and cooperate with the site management team to meet agency and CGL objectives.
Respond to emergencies as requested in accordance with contract requirements, including after-hours emergency calls from clients.
Document work performed in computer-based predictive and preventive maintenance management systems (CMMS) and maintain accurate records.
Prepare accurate and timely records, reports, and other documentation related to work performed and personnel management.
Maintain a clean and safe workplace during and after maintenance tasks.
Train and mentor technicians in the basics of the CME’s trade, providing oversight and direction.
Manage maintenance staff, including motivating, delegating, and providing constructive feedback as appropriate.
Serve as the technical spokesperson and lead technician during client meetings and perform quality control inspections.