Chief Engineer Job at FirstService Residential, West Palm Beach, FL

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  • FirstService Residential
  • West Palm Beach, FL

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview:

This position assumes total responsibility for the “physical plant.” Closely monitors, identifies, and communicates problems in every phase of general maintenance of the building(s), including areas of carpentry, electrical work, HVAC, plumbing, mechanic, painting, flooring, patching, general hardware, other minor building repairs and cleanliness. Makes recommendations, performs repairs, replacement maintenance and implements preventive maintenance as established by Company procedures and guidelines.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Maintains a safe and secure environment throughout the building(s).
  • Supervises, trains, and directs maintenance staff through work orders.
  • Plans, monitors, and appraises job results, coaches, counsels, and disciplines employees.
  • Assesses repair needs and estimated time needed for repair (including evaluating problems to determine whether professional assistance or further instruction is needed to complete task/repair).
  • Monitors the functions of service contractors and building repair and maintenance contractors.
  • Inventories and acquisitions maintenance supplies.
  • Maintains disaster preparedness by identifying potential problems, developing response plans, managing crises.
  • Completes reports/work orders of repairs (work needed).
  • On call availability for emergencies and projects as assigned by property manager.
  • Schedules and assigns work responsibilities to employees to meet shift requirements.
  • Requests materials, tools, and supplies needed for a job.
  • Administrates preventive/reactive maintenance schedule.
  • Records and evaluates preventive maintenance activities and programs.
  • Oversees or participates in construction, installation, and preventative maintenance of equipment.
  • Observes/evaluates corrective maintenance or repair on equipment.
  • Orients and trains employees to perform maintenance activities and tasks.
  • Follows safety procedures and maintains a safe work environment.
  • Performs maintenance replacement and repair in areas of carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, mechanical, painting, flooring, and other minor building repairs if a permit is not required to conduct the job.
  • Ability to properly utilize new equipment and follow safety procedures prior to using this equipment.

Skills & Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalency preferred. Maintains current knowledge in the field of

maintenance repairs and replacements through industry sponsored educational seminars.

  • HVAC and/or other related trade licenses/ certifications may be required.
  • Must possess strong maintenance and repair skills in HVAC, cooling towers, chillers, painting, carpentry, plumbing and electricity.
  • Requires a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years general experience in building trades, repair and replacement maintenance or handy work.
  • Supervisory experience preferred.
  • Proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft offices applications - Word, Excel spreadsheets, and e-mail.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required.
  • Maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift to 50 lbs. following appropriate safety procedures.
  • Work in an upright standing position for long periods of time; be able to reach overhead; have full range of mobility in upper and lower body.
  • Be able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling, and squatting for extended periods of time, climbing stairs, navigating the property/building quickly and easily as required to meet the job functions.
  • Climb ladders and work at heights above ground level (maximum 14 ft on A-frames and 21 ft on extension ladders)
  • Ability to work in different environmental working conditions (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain, humidity)
  • Repeat various motions with the wrists, hands, and fingers.
  • Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment up to 50 lbs. occasionally to complete assigned job tasks.
  • Communicate, receive, and exchange ideas and information by means of the spoken and written word.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for management of maintenance team members

What We Offer:

As a full-time exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, and Vision. In addition, you will be eligible for time off benefits, paid holidays, and a 401k with company match. Occasional travel may be required to attend training and other company functions.

Compensation: $70,000 - $120,000 salary

Disclaimer:

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Job Tags

Full time, For contractors, Shift work,

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