Chief Engineer

Benefits:

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

This position is located in Arlington, VA

Chief Engineer Job Summary:

A working supervisor fills this position to oversee Engineers and/or Maintenance Mechanics. This leader is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing boiler and auxiliary boiler room equipment. They will also maintain heating, lighting, ventilating, air conditioning, power refrigeration, building electrical and controls, water treatment, and other mechanical and electrical equipment. This position reports to the Property Manager.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

$44 per hour

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance

Paid time off

401K, after the initial work probation period

Uniforms and Cell phone reimbursement are available at the time of hire

Annual bonus based on performance

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supports the daily operation of all mechanical equipment in the physical plant and building

Maintains and repairs building Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Structural, Furniture, Fire, Life Safety, and Control Systems.

Monitors operations and maintains refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment, boilers, heating, ventilating and hot water equipment, pumps, valves, piping and filters, other mechanical and electrical equipment, changing light bulbs and ballasts

Ability to troubleshoot Building Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems with little or no supervision

Performs and/or completes all tenant service requests accurately and with minimal tenant disruptions

Manage Building Management System (BMS) / Energy Management System

Maintains maintenance logs and records

Performs preventive maintenance tasks

Complies and supports building policies and procedures

Leads/Actively participates in emergency response procedures technical and safety training programs

Performs all work using the proper safety equipment and in a safe manner

Oversees service and repair contractors throughout the building

Reviews and approves plans submitted to management by condo owners to ensure construction work meets all building codes

Other duties as assigned

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS:

Follows and disseminates all safety procedures for self and team

No preventable building operational downtime

Schedules/Follows maintenance and testing routines

High Degree of Tenant Satisfaction

Solid Observational Impression of building and mechanical rooms

QUALIFICATIONS:

10+ years' experience maintaining equipment and systems in residential buildings

Demonstrated knowledge of engineering and building systems

History of trades education and training

High-level experience and skills in operating, troubleshooting, maintaining, installing, and repairing equipment

Basic technology skills necessary to manage work order applications on mobile phone and learn to operate Building Automation Systems

High School diploma or equivalent, and must be able to communicate effectively in English

Occasionally work overtime to perform necessary repairs or maintenance that are necessary to complete during off-hours

Must meet the occupation requirements, such as lifting 50 lbs., walking distances, kneeling for 1 hour, and climbing ladders.

Must have reliable transportation

Must possess a CFC Universal certification

Possession of a valid Maryland 1st or 2nd Class Stationary Engineers License or a DC 3rd Class Steam Engineers license are not required, but considered a plus