Union Chief Engineer

ABM Industries•Seattle, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Engineer oversees all activities and staff related to the maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical systems within a property. The goal is maximum life and reliability of all systems. The Chief Engineer must be flexible and willing to perform all duties that are assigned. Those duties may include maintenance and operations of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems. They may also include general building maintenance and building inspections. The Chief Engineer must respond to client requests, open and assign work orders and order parts when necessary. The Chief Engineer must also ensure compliance with expense guidelines, company policy, and governing codes.

Requirements

Minimum of five (5) years' experience in the implementation of the above.
7-10 years of experience with critical infrastructure like electrical and mechanical systems, power, and cooling
Strong technical knowledge of data center infrastructure, experience with leading teams, and skills in areas like systems administration, network design, and problem-solving.
Strong knowledge of electrical, UPS and emergency power systems
Experience in work planning, scheduling and managing a large group of Stationary Engineers.
Highest-level relevant state/local license for Stationary Engineer and/or HVAC, plus universal level refrigerant recovery license
Certification meeting OSHA ACM awareness training requirements as required
Working knowledge of energy conservation required, formal training preferred
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong employee relation skills, coaching and training skills
Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
Computer skills and building automation systems experience required
Deep knowledge of UPS, generators, switchgear, cooling (CRAC/CRAH units), and other critical infrastructure is essential.
Understanding of network design, power distribution, and cabling (copper/fiber) is necessary.
Experience with operating systems (Linux/Windows) and virtualization (VMware, HyperV) is often required.
Proficiency with Building Management Systems (BMS) and power monitoring systems (EPMS) is a must.

Nice To Haves

BOMA accredited courses desirable
High-rise Fire Safety Director, Haz-Mat Certification, Indoor Air Quality Certification, LEED Certification preferred
Experience with newer technologies like Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and direct-to-chip liquid cooling can be a plus.

Responsibilities

Supervise the performance and maintenance of all mechanical, electrical and craft services, ensuring operation within design capabilities and achieving proper environmental conditions prescribed by Building Management.
Oversee and supervise the efficient operation of the facility equipment and systems.
Perform requisite daily communication with Building Management on matters relating to the services performed.
Develop operating instructions and procedures for equipment and systems.
Strive toward a goal of zero down-time in operations by virtue of reliable system performance.
Prepare operating budgets relative to the Engineering Department.
Together with the ABM Engineering Branch Manager, implement and conduct training programs for operating the facility equipment and systems.
Establish and maintain periodic operational testing schedules for critical systems and equipment.
Administer an effective and accountable preventative maintenance system tailored to the facility.
Evaluate all equipment and systems operationally and provide the customer with a list of deficiency items and recommendations for improvement.
Monitor and supervise subcontracted jobs to outside concerns when it is not practical for them to be performed in-house, or as may be requested by Building Management.
Implement and monitor an effective energy conservation and management program to ensure measures are taken to keep operating costs at a minimum.
Possess the requisite licenses and permits required by local laws and ordinances to operate, repair and maintain the facility equipment and systems.
Ensure that the on-site staff conforms to all local laws, codes and regulations.
In conjunction with Building Management, establish a program for the acquisition, storage and accountability of all operating materials, tools and equipment. Establish a customer approved inventory control system.
Develop and maintain a work order system for the control and assignment of all on-call and unscheduled services requested by the customer. This system is to include the work performed, where applied, personnel assignments, time and material estimates, and authorization.
Ensure that work responsibilities are allocated properly among subordinates by developing and implementing manpower schedules and work methods and procedures that are designed to obtain low cost and efficient operation.
Establish performance standards for each phase of work, adhering to standard practices and quality levels.
Carry out policies and procedures of the customer and ABM Engineering Services concerning safety, administrative requirements, standards, practices and work methods.
Perform any additional duties on an as required basis where such duties are within the scope of contractual limitations.