Chief Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• MUST HAVE EXPERIENCED in COMMERCIAL PLUMBING
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to climb up and down stairs and ladders
• Ability to work standing all day
• Ability to access remote and confined areas such as crawl spaces, roofs, service ladders, stairways, equipment enclosures, etc.

Responsibilities

• Possess strong organizational and decision-making skills.
• Assist in the development and implementation of practices and procedures for installing, maintaining, repairing, and improving building equipment, structure, and finishes.
• Preplan Engineering group activities to minimize surprises and redirection.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead and motivate subordinate Engineers.
• Involve Engineers in the decision-making and problem-solving process where productively beneficial.
• Search for ways to refine Engineering procedures and expand accomplishments.
• Coordinate, oversee, and participate in the successful completion of assigned duties of the Engineering group as directed by the Chief Engineer.
• Prioritize assigned tasks to the Engineering group and execute necessary changes.
• Act without approval to ensure that standards are maintained in the absence of the Property manager and/or Chief Engineer.
• Ensure adequate supply of common and special parts, supplies, tools, equipment, and materials required by the Engineering group.
• Assist in the administration of the Preventive Maintenance program to ensure records are accurate and complete, tasks are performed on schedule, and historic data is preserved.
• Prepare Engineering group labor reports and time records as directed by the Engineering Manager.
• Actively lead energy conservation initiatives and reports.
• Direct subordinates to ensure strict adherence to start, lunch, and stop times.
• Direct subordinates to ensure optimum productivity and time management.
• Provide support to Property Manager and Chief Engineer to ensure compliance with all governmental codes, laws, and regulations.
• Supervise and coordinate contractor activities as directed and needed for the property.
• Demonstrate willingness to accept new and challenging assignments.
• Prepare preliminary employee evaluations as directed by the Chief Engineer.
• Coordinate engineer shifts, time off, on-call schedule, and overtime as needed to obtain the least cost to the Company for labor services.
• Daily communication with management as it relates to the job site schedule
• Become familiar with all Continuum Engineering programs and standards
• Develop working knowledge of all common Engineering operations through working exposure, cross-training, educational opportunities, and independent study
• Participate in training programs both as a student and as a teacher
• Develop good verbal, written, and electronic communication skills
• Possess the ability to calculate surfaces, volumes, weights, and measure
• Possess the ability to perform fundamental electrical calculations and application of Ohm’s Law
• Possess the ability to perform fundamental heat transfer and fluid/air flow calculations
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot and repair equipment such as boilers, chillers, package units, pumps, controls, and the like.
• Develop intermediate level skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows
• Willing to take on additional duties and/or miscellaneous tasks, as needed
• MUST HAVE EXPERIENCED in COMMERCIAL PLUMBING
• Maintain calm demeanor in emergency and stressful situations
• Maintain exemplary attendance habits and work ethic
• Maintain professional appearance and demeanor

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.