Assistant Chief Engineer

Job Overview

The Assistant Chief Engineer manages the daily operations of an assigned portfolio.  This position requires strong technical, mechanical and administrative skills necessary to operate and maintain client properties. The primary focus of this position centers on providing high levels of customer service including on-site and on-call plant operational support.

Responsibilities

• Complete work assignments with limited supervision, thoroughly and efficiently   
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair building equipment related to the efficient operation of the building equipment and systems
• Maintain all types of building equipment, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls (electrical & pneumatic)
• Support the property maintenance team, working assigned customer service requests, active with construction projects and supporting special set ups relating to events
• Maintain good tenant relations through prompt and courteous response to tenant request within the guidelines set forth by Comstock
• Perform predictive maintenance, preventative maintenance, maintenance routines and service requests as directed
• Occasionally assist contractors and ensure contracted services are being performed safely and in accordance with established work standards and practices
• Maintain and complete documentation for fire extinguishers, fire suppression systems, building alarm contacts, and other building fire life safety systems
• Maintain and repair single phase electrical breakers, switches, receptacles, junction boxes, conduit, lights, and ballasts
• Perform daily maintenance or service tasks received by the office from tenants of the buildings and ensure that a high level of customer relations and satisfaction is maintained
• Assist in overseeing any vendors employed to maintain and service the buildings, parking areas and property
• Ensure all building systems are operational and functioning properly
• Perform required periodic/preventive maintenance responsibilities
• Complete paperwork such as ordering of supplies, tracking inventory, writing memorandums
• Supervise activities of the engineering staff members
• Assist in maintaining key control system and monitoring Energy Management System
• Respond to emergency calls
• Enforce the towing policies of the company
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required
• Minimum 12 years of experience in the building maintenance industry with commercial office buildings required
• Certification in the procurement, storage, use, removal and installation of all refrigerants used in the buildings
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, plumbing electrical systems and hands on abilities
• Flexibility of work hours as work needs change and ability to work weekends
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude
• Must be highly credible and trustworthy, and operate with high degree of integrity
• Must hold oneself and others accountable and strive for a high level of excellence
• Must have a positive, can-do attitude and be able to fuel growth and innovation
• Must be customer-focused and results-oriented
• Must want to continuously learn and develop
• Exceptional oral and written communication, active listening, and organizational skills
• Ability to establish strong working relationships with others in team setting
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Self-directed and able to work independently, with minimal supervision

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• Physically able to operate electric hand tools, work on a ladder, carry tools and lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Able to work in close spaces such as closets, crawl space and able to work on roofs of buildings
• Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, twist, and/or reach
• Continuous repetitive motions
• Work under variable temperature conditions (or extreme heat or cold), under variable noise levels, outdoors/indoors, around fumes and/or hazards, around dust and/or mite hazards, around chemicals and bio-hazards

Benefits

Compensation:
- Competitive Salary with Bonus Potential
- Generous Benefit Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, Life Insurance

Career Development
- Opportunities for Advancement within our expanding portfolio
- Annual Professional Development Funds to fuel your growth

Employee Perks:
- Employee Discount for added benefits
- Enjoy a Friendly Work Environment that values collaboration

Additional Benefits:
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