Chief Engineer

ABM is a leading provider of integrated facility solutions 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, ensuring maximum life and reliability of all systems. The role requires flexibility and willingness to perform all assigned duties, including maintenance and operations of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems, general building maintenance and inspections, responding to client requests, assigning work orders, ordering parts, and ensuring compliance with expense guidelines, company policy, and governing codes.

About ABM

ABM (NYSE : ABM) is a leading provider of facility solutions with revenues of approximately $6.4 billion and over 130 000 employees in 300 offices throughout the United States and various international locations. ABM’s comprehensive capabilities include electrical & lighting, energy solutions, facilities engineering, HVAC & mechanical, janitorial, landscape & turf, mission‑critical solutions, and parking, provided through stand‑alone or integrated solutions. Founded in 1909, ABM provides custom facility solutions to properties of all sizes—from schools and commercial buildings to hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants, and airports.

Compensation

Pay Range : $93.35 per hour. The salary offered will vary based on the applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

Location

San Francisco, CA

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 6 : 00 a.m. – 2 : 30 p.m.

Benefits

This is a union position and will include union benefits in accordance with Local 39 CBA.

Essential Functions

• Supervise the performance and maintenance of all mechanical, electrical, and craft services ensuring operation within design capabilities and achieving proper environmental conditions prescribed by Building Management.
• Oversee and supervise the efficient operation of the facility equipment and systems.
• Perform requisite daily communication with Building Management on matters relating to the services performed.
• Develop operating instructions and procedures for equipment and systems.
• Strive toward a goal of zero down‑time in operations by virtue of reliable system performance.
• Prepare operating budgets relative to the Engineering Department.
• Implement and conduct training programs for operating the facility equipment and systems.
• Establish and maintain periodic operational testing schedules for critical systems and equipment.
• Administer an effective and accountable preventative maintenance system tailored to the facility.
• Evaluate all equipment and systems operationally and provide the customer with a list of deficiency items and recommendations for improvement.
• Monitor and supervise subcontracted jobs when outside concerns are involved or as requested by Building Management.
• Implement and monitor an effective energy conservation and management program to keep operating costs at a minimum.
• Possess the requisite licenses and permits required by local laws and ordinances to operate, repair and maintain the facility equipment and systems.
• Ensure that the on‑site staff conforms to all local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Establish a program for the acquisition, storage, and accountability of all operating materials, tools, and equipment.
• Develop and maintain a work order system for the control and assignment of all on‑call and unscheduled services requested by the customer.
• Ensure that work responsibilities are allocated properly among subordinates by developing and implementing manpower schedules and work methods and procedures that are designed to obtain low cost and efficient operation.
• Establish performance standards for each phase of work adhering to standard practices and quality levels.
• Carry out the policies and procedures of the customer and ABM Engineering Services concerning safety, administrative requirements, standards, practices, and work methods.
• Perform any additional duties on an as‑required basis that are within the scope of contractual limitations.
• Minimum of five (5) years experience in the implementation of the above.

Requirements

Technical Skills

Additional Information

Military and veteran friendly employer. Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Required Experience

Chief Engineer or equivalent senior engineering role with at least 7‑10 years of experience.

Vacancy

1 opening

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