[UNION] Assistant Chief Engineer

Assistant Chief Engineer

Responsible to assist the Chief Engineer with the planning, implementation, coordination, and supervision of mechanical operations, maintenance, communications, energy management, and manpower development programs for assigned properties. The Assistant Chief Engineer will perform at the highest of ethical standards, reflecting the core values of C&W as defined in its Business Code of Conduct, Policies and Procedures Manual, and other related company policies. The position typically requires hands-on operational duties, maintenance work, and is not precluded from performing Watch Activity.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

Supervises maintenance staff in the absence of the Chief Engineer and assigns and monitors maintenance projects for them

Assists with maintenance / engineering issues (plumbing, HVAC, electrical) as required

Remains proficient in the C&W Engineering Standards and all operational aspects of building systems

Provides for quality assurance by creating and implementing preventive maintenance programs and recommending improvements to existing programs on an ongoing basis

Develops / maintains effective building-specific maintenance and safety procedure manuals

Coordinates / Conducts staff training

Completes all mandatory C&W Compliance Training, including the Annual Safety Training Program and directs staff subordinates to do so as well

Coordinates maintenance efforts with outside contractors and technicians

Conducts regular inspections of operating mechanical, electrical, and equipment systems; makes necessary adjustments to operating equipment and controls

Conducts periodic inspections of mechanical equipment rooms and work areas to ensure clean and safe conditions are maintained

Ensures all mechanical equipment, systems, and electrical distribution are properly identified, labeled, color-coded and / or tagged as required, and that mechanical rooms are painted

Ensures all mechanical equipment rooms are painted and identified as required

Responds quickly to emergency situations (i.e. fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and customer concerns

Maintains ongoing communication with tenants, clients, property management, and vendors

Assists with the administration of inventory control programs and systems

Coordinates development of and / or maintain as-built drawings, equipment manuals

Participates in and provide input for maintenance staff's year-end reviews conducted by the Chief Engineer

Prepares and maintains engineering reports

Ensures compliance with applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives as it relates to building operations

Key Competencies :

Communication Proficiency (oral and written)

Organization Skills

Technical Proficiency

Decision Making

Problem Solving / Analysis

Important Education :

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Important Experience :

5+ years of related work experience in a commercial property setting

Additional Eligibility Qualifications :

Vocational / Technical Training Certificate

Appropriate license / permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses

Certification as a Universal Technician for CFC's

Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and good driving record with periodic checks

Proficient in the use of computer systems

May be only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority / emergency situations (including overtime type assignments); may require shift work and / or on call duties

Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word

Work Environment :

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Must have ability to stoop, stand, climb, frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging / lifting devices

Regularly required to crouch and reach to install / move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine

Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work

Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you

Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing

Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics