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Chief Engineer

Hourly Wage

ISS offers full-time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program based on employment status. The hourly pay range for this position is $54.00 - $60.00 .

Work Hours

The work hours for this position are Mon - Fri + Weekends , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Key Purpose

Overall responsibility for the Operation, Replacement, Repair, and Maintenance of building-related mechanical, electrical, control systems, plumbing, air handling units, pumps, heat exchangers, expansion joints, and other building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems. Work involves the lifting of heavy mechanical equipment and apparatus, and may be performed in areas of extreme heat, cold, and/or noise. Receives and responds to service calls, takes immediate action to resolve emergency situations or system breakdowns. Ensure all preventive and predictive maintenance is completed and necessary repair are always made. Ensures uptime for critical systems. Ensures that work area/plant is always clean, safe, and that managed/generated utilities meet delivery specifications. Oversees assigned TS personnel and contractors, routine and preventive maintenance work to ensure work is performed appropriately and in a safe manner. Communicates with ISS and Customer operations management teams, tenants/utility system end users, and Business Unit Stakeholders. The Chief Engineer requires a Master level Craftsman skillset

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Completes HS&E training as scheduled
• Follows HS&E procedures
• Demonstrates safe work practices
• Exhibits HS&E best practice culture
• Reports unacceptable HS&E conditions immediately
• Perform/Direct TS execution, including operation, replacement, repair, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, control systems, plumbing, life safety systems
• Oversees service execution for non-asset related TS services
• Perform/Direct all Preventive Maintenance Work orders from PM Calendar
• Ensures AHJ regulatory compliance associated with in scope TS services
• Ensures HS&E compliance
• Ensures uptime for critical systems and assets
• Ensures compliance to approved SOP and MOP
• Ensures maintenance is executed according to established standards
• Monitors and optimizes MEPF systems performance
• Identify deficiencies through regular and thorough inspection of facility equipment and systems
• Analyzes the operation of various systems, determines the cause of any problems/malfunctions and takes corrective action as required
• Monitors operation, adjusts and maintains facility equipment and systems, records readings as necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment and systems, and notifies appropriate parties of any problems or malfunctions
• Follows through on maintenance needs and deficiencies as appropriate
• Operates support equipment including forklift, cranes, pay loaders, and moving vehicles
• Maintains tools and orders supplies as required for installation and repairs
• Complies with departmental policy for safe storage, usage and disposal of hazardous materials
• Follows safety practices, and utilize protective clothing and equipment as required by OSHA. Know the whereabouts of all emergency equipment (i.e. fire extinguishers, eyewash and shower stations, first aid supplies, breathing apparatus, etc.)
• Safely use hand tools, power tools and test instruments to maintain, troubleshoot and repair various types of equipment
• Supports customer satisfaction processes by ensuring customers are informed about the status of their request in a timely and accurate manner
• Maintains operation and maintenance manuals for all equipment. Record all tests, scans and inspections as directed
• Maintains all tests, logs and manuals in an efficiently organized manner
• Ensures accurate and timely documentation
• Follows good hood housekeeping standards
• Perform any additional duties on an as "required" basis where such duties are within the scope of contractual obligations
• Reads and interprets Piping & Instrument Drawings (P&IDs), Floor Plans, Site Maps and/or Electrical Diagrams
• Perform any additional duties on an as "required" basis where such duties are within the scope of contractual obligations
• Assists with annual budget
• Assists with capital plan
• Responsible for meeting ISS TS and Customer KPI targets
• Communicates with ISS and Customer facility operations management teams, tenants/utility system end users, and Business Unit Stakeholders.
• Operate, Monitor, Adjust, Maintain facility assets/systems and associated Control Systems
• Maintain CMMS system records, logbooks, required documentation
• Oversee work performed by outside contractors
• Requisition necessary material to complete required repairs
• Supervises and performs applicable administrative duties...Payroll, HR, training, etc.

Qualifications

Education

• HS Diploma or greater

Business Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the operation & maintenance of building systems, HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and/or control systems
• Two (2) years of experience supervising TS activity
• Experience with customer line of business
• Experience with customer building type(s)

Licenses/Certifications

• Required certification in location applicable disciplines, including HVAC, Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulics, Plumbing, or Automation/Controls - Formal OEM or employer training, Trade School, apprenticeship program, etc., or combination thereof
• Universal EPA Certification (required for HVAC)
• State or recognized AHJ license (Electrician)

Language and Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English required
• Works and participates well as a team member
• Communicate well with others; clearly write and speak to clients, superiors, coworkers
• Good organization skills; disciplined approach to daily activities; takes a sense of pride in all aspects of the job
• Presents self in professional manner: neat appearance and grooming.
• Able to produce a quality work product in a prompt, safe and efficient manner
• Ability to work without supervision and appropriately with multiple deadlines
• Maintain a good attendance record, including notification in the event of tardiness and absence
• For internal candidates, must constantly receive a "meets expectations" job performance review

Technical Qualifications & Skills

• Master Craftsman in HVAC, Electrical, Hydraulics, Plumbing, or Automation/Controls disciplines
• Reads and interprets Piping & Instrument Drawings (P&IDs), Floor Plans, Site Maps and/or Electrical Diagrams
• Experience & proven ability to repair building electrical, plumbing, & HVAC auxiliary systems
• Experience & proven ability to safely secure hydronic and electrical systems for maintenance
• Experience & proven ability to Braze/Solder copper pie, thread black pipe
• Basic carpentry skills
• Strong knowledge of operation of building auxiliary systems i.e. fire-life safety, stand by emergency generators
• Familiarity of general building systems i.e. vertical lift equipment, overhead doors
• Ability to write, execute written and oral instructions and perform arithmetic calculations
• Strong knowledge of safe work practices and procedures typical for maintenance operations
• Ability to safely wear a respirator, climb ladders, enter confined spaces, lift heavy objects and perform other physically demanding tasks
• Safely and skillfully use all types of related hand and power tools

Competencies

• Understanding and able to troubleshoot office building emergency and fire systems
• Understanding and able to troubleshoot and maintain central plant systems and supporting equipment
• Able to operate, monitor, adjust, and maintain Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Able to troubleshoot/maintain/repair plumbing, Mechanical, minor electrical components/systems
• Able to read Piping & Instrument Drawings (P&IDs), Floor Plans, Site Maps and/or Electrical Diagrams
• Great communication skills needed to interact with customer and tenant accordingly

Supervisory/ Management Scope

The Chief Engineer must be capable of working independently, and/or under the direction/oversight of local (FM), Regional, and/or Country TS and Account Managers (dependent on space type, scope of work, and dispersion of ISS organizational managers). The Chief Engineer supervises at least one other ISS TS associate and oversees third-party TS vendors at assigned location(s).

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to physically perform all operations and maintenance on site
• Must be physically able to wear required PPE while executing work
• Must be able to lift heavy objects (up to 70 lbs.), climb ladders, work on feet for long periods, work in cold, heat, noisy, and confined space environments

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Significant work is performed inside central plant space, within mechanical/electrical rooms, and/or on rooftops
• Periodic noise, heat and cold exposure
• Some confined space work required
• Some work in common office areas

HSEQ Compliance: All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards in all tasks. Employees are expected to actively participate in HSEQ training and report any potential hazards or compliance concerns.

To Executive Search Firms and Staffing Agencies: ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer property, and ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to Hiring Managers without contacting the ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer Human Resources Talent Acquisition Department.

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