Chief Engineer

Locations: Client Site - USA - TX - San Antonio - 111 W Houston Street

Time Type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 22 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: R245486

Job Title

Chief Engineer

Job Description Summary

Responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, preventative maintenance, and repairs to a “Class A” commercial high-rise office building. Including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and all other building systems. Must have working knowledge of all building mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, life safety, fire protection, and security systems to ensure proper operations and be able to act upon any conditions that are out of the ordinary.

Essential Job Duties:

• Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions.
• Conduct periodic general preventative maintenance on the mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems. This involves normal lubrication, adjustment, cleaning, replacement of consumable parts (such as filters, indicator lights, etc.), and periodic testing of the equipment. These systems include, but are not limited to; air handling units (including both rooftop and built-up units), re-circulating air systems, water pumping systems, cooling plant, and all plumbing system components.
• Assist with installation and modification of building equipment systems.
• Respond quickly to emergency situations.
• Perform and/or oversee electrical and plumbing repair and troubleshooting.
• Perform and/or oversee water treatment and testing.
• Perform all assigned work so as to ensure the safety of the building's tenants and the continuous operation of the site.
• Prioritize service calls and follow-up upon completion.
• Troubleshoot, evaluate, and recommend equipment/service upgrades.
• Coordinate maintenance efforts with outside contractors and technicians when work cannot be performed in-house. Coordinate contractor, tenant, and management approvals for work orders that require the use of an outside contractor. Maintains log of work order details.
• Orders parts and supplies as required and maintains stock and inventory control.
• Work with Building Manager in planning and controlling annual and capital budgets.
• Be responsive to tenant complaints in the areas of safety, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and environmental needs through both personal contact and work order systems.
• Prepare and maintain maintenance logs and records.
• Be familiar with and conform to all written operating procedures associated with the site.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills, Education, and Experience:

• Seven (7) years’ experience in building operations, engineering, and equipment and systems maintenance with a minimum of 2 years as a supervisor.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and make decisions.
• Holds necessary/required licenses.
• Knowledge and understanding of blueprints.
• Possession of State of Texas Driver's License.
• Strong customer service, communication, and computer skills.

Other Job Requirements:

• Available and on call 24/7.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Able to climb ladder.

C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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