Chief Engineer

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the operational management and leadership of the engineering team, ensuring machinery and systems operate safely, efficiently, and effectively. The role involves protecting and improving the value of the client's assets, implementing reliability-based maintenance, and continuously enhancing maintenance practices to maximize performance.

Responsibilities

Oversee maintenance and operation of building systems (fire/life safety, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, cabling, lighting, temperature controls, critical environments, light construction); Supervise and manage engineering staff, including hiring, training, and development; Develop and deliver employee performance reviews and conduct regular performance discussions with employees; Monitoring and document employee conduct and performance; Participate in administering corrective action as advised by management; Develop and implement maintenance plans incorporating preventive, corrective, and reliability procedures; Ensure safety hazards are identified and remediated and manage safety training programs; Provide leadership in Reliability Centered Maintenance best practices; Ensure compliance with regulatory laws and guidelines related to building infrastructure; Assist in developing a Capital plan for infrastructure upgrades and equipment replacements; Oversee major projects, ensuring proper planning, execution, and closure; Maintain infrastructure and compliance documentation; Manage contractor activities within the building; Provides oversight and administration of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems; Provides training to others on a variety of trades knowledge, automation and computerized technology; Keep records of building rounds, engineering logs, and data sheets; Flexible in the day-to-day activities and scheduling for the benefit of the customer; Provides immediate response to a variety of facility issues to include plumbing, electrical, carpentry and other site emergencies; Develops estimates and presents proposals to site leadership; Ensures that financial processes are followed and budgets attainment is assured; Assists other trade professionals as necessary to complete team objectives; Must have availability to respond to after-hours emergencies on-site only as needed; Must have ability to read and understand operator and service manuals, specifications and drawings; Works at varying heights using ladders, scaffolding, aerial and platform lifts; Escorts and monitors quality and safety practices of outside contractors as assigned; Adapts appropriately to temporary adjustments in work schedule to accommodate projects and other site demands; Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.

Requirements

High School graduate or GED; 2+ years facility related work experience, including customer service, leadership and supervisory experience; Extensive knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office and CMMS systems; Flexibility to work overtime hours as business needs; Availability to participate in a rotating on-call schedule to support after-hours business and emergency needs; Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs; Ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladders, stepladders, and stairs as required during shift; Flexibility to bend/stoop, squat repetitive during shift; Ability to stretch/reach on a repetitive basis during shift; Ability to walk extensively throughout the facility during shift; Must have availability to respond to after-hours emergencies on-site only as needed; Must have ability to read and understand operator and service manuals, specifications and drawings; Ability to work at varying heights using ladders, scaffolding, aerial and platform lifts; Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice to have

Associate Degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent work experience

Benefits

401(k) plan with matching company contributions; Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care; Paid parental leave at 100% of salary; Paid Time Off and Company Holidays; Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay