Chief Building Engineer

The Chief Engineer is the on - site representative of the building owner and is the point of contact with tenants of the building(s) on a day - to - day basis. This person is responsible for the overall supervision of maintenance staff and coordinating all engineering operations of the facility Pay: $44- $45 The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data. Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit Annual Benefits-Frontline $45 - $45 an hour Responsibilities Supervise the performance and maintenance of all mechanical, electrical and craft services, ensuring operation within design capabilities and achieving proper environmental conditions. Oversee and supervise the efficient operation of the facility equipment and systems. 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 Regional 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. 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. Establish a program for the acquisition, storage and accountability of all operating materials, tools, and equipment. Establish a customer approved inventory control system. 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 concerning safety, administrative requirements, standards, practices, and work methods. Assist in the implementation of an effective preventative maintenance program, completion of service requests, and other assigned duties to efficiently handle client business needs. Additional Duties Perform any additional duties on an as required basis where such duties are within the scope of contractual limitations. Experience 4 - 6 years building experience including operation of RTU, Chillers, BAS, pneumatic/electrical controls, electrical/emergency systems, plumbing and general maintenance. Qualifications Certified HVAC / boiler technician. Skilled in electrical systems UPS and Generator. Demonstrated superior customer service and communication skills. Must be able to multi - task in a fast - paced environment. Must be available to contact 24 x 7. Must be able to operate a PC utilizing MS Office and CMMS software. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Privacy Policy Terms of Use California Privacy Rights Employee Privacy Notice English Employee Privacy Notice Spanish #J-18808-Ljbffr ABM industries