Chief Engineer

ABM, a leading provider of integrated facility solutions, is looking for a Chief Engineer.

The Chief Engineer oversees all activities and staff related to the maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical systems within a property. The goal is maximum life and reliability of all systems. The Chief Engineer must be flexible and willing to perform all duties that are assigned, which may include maintenance and operations of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems, as well as general building maintenance and building inspections. The Chief Engineer must respond to client requests, open and assign work orders, and order parts when necessary. Additionally, the Chief Engineer must ensure compliance with expense guidelines, company policy, and governing codes.

We are in search of a highly skilled Chief Engineer to join our dynamic team in Camden, NJ!

MUST have New Jersey Black Seal license

Responsibilities

1. Provides supervision and is responsible for the implementation of all preventive maintenance and repair operations at the facility.
2. Schedules emergency repair activities according to priority and the abilities of assigned personnel.
3. Provides technical advice, encouragement, and instruction to subordinates in electric theory, mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, and safety procedures.
4. Performs equipment inspections, noting equipment condition, ensuring that proper maintenance is being performed in accordance with Able Engineering standards.
5. Responsible for the implementation of the quality assurance program for all work performed by the department.
6. Direct or participate in various facility programs and committees relating to assigned responsibilities such as safety, disaster, fire, pollution control, and civil defense.
7. Formulates, recommends, and implements site-specific policies and procedures to improve the facility's physical plant and operations.
8. Develops a plan for controlling, labeling, recording estimated life expectancy, maintenance, and inspecting all capital and non-capital equipment within the facility.
9. Recommends equipment purchases to replace obsolete equipment items and assists in formulating long-range equipment replacement requirements.
10. Assists in the development and implementation of operating and extraordinary expense budgets as required.
11. Plans and schedules services of the department, establishes standards and work methods, and evaluates results.
12. Communicates policies and procedures, discusses job problems, and encourages development of habits and attitudes for improved performance.
13. Ensures that general safety and fire prevention regulations are enforced, promoting safe working habits throughout the facility.
14. Responsible for ensuring that the building systems are operated in the most efficient manner, especially regarding utility consumption and environmental responsibility.
15. Maintains an ongoing self-improvement program to keep abreast of new equipment, standards, codes, and maintenance procedures.

Requirements

1. MUST have New Jersey Black Seal license.
2. Highly experienced with Plant Operations.
3. Experience that is commensurate with the specific facility for the position of Chief Engineer.
4. Highest-level relevant state/local license for Stationary Engineer and/or HVAC, plus universal level refrigerant recovery license.
5. High-rise Fire Safety Director, Haz-Mat Certification, Indoor Air Quality Certification, LEED Certification preferred.
6. Certification meeting OSHA ACM awareness training requirements as required.
7. Working knowledge of energy conservation required, formal training preferred.
8. Strong oral and written communication skills.
9. Strong employee relation skills, coaching, and training skills.
10. Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
11. Computer skills and building automation systems experience required.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

ABM values the rich diversity of its workforce and strives to foster a work environment of respect and engagement.