Assistant Chief Engineer (Non-Union)

Ableserve; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Able Engineering Services in Seattle, WA seeks an Assistant Chief Engineer to direct engineering staff and service contractors for building maintenance, safety program implementation, and equipment installation. The role includes training, stock control, and scheduling to meet operations goals.

Offering a competitive hourly rate, non-union environment, and comprehensive benefits, this position emphasizes adherence to safety standards and continuous program improvements.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• 3-4 years progressive operations experience.
• Highest-level relevant state/local license for stationary engineer and/or HVAC, plus universal refrigerant recovery license.
• BOMA accredited courses desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provides management for engineering staff under the Chief Engineer.
• Performs preventive maintenance and manages work orders; reports to Chief Engineer.
• Provides hands-on and classroom training for engineering staff and promotes development.
• Manages stock levels on engineering equipment and parts.
• Schedules Stationary Engineers; prioritizes work orders and resources.
• Prepares labor and material purchase requisitions for approval.
• Maintains preventive maintenance program and updates procedures.
• Ensures safety standards and company policies are followed.
• Maintains building as‑built drawings and documentation.
• Assists in planning 5-year facility plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Employee relations

Coaching & training

Building automation systems

Education

State/local stationary engineer license / HVAC license

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Under the supervision of Chief Engineer, directs the activities of engineering staff and associated service contractors required to provide maintenance of the buildings, grounds, and related fixed and portable equipment, minor construction, and equipment installation.

Responsible for supporting the implementation and documentation of site safety plans and all Able Engineering Services’ operational standards and guidelines, as well as site specific standards, policies and procedures relating to the engineering department.

Pay: $50 - $53 per hour | Weekly Pay

Location: Seattle, Wa

The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

Benefit Information

This position is NON-UNION

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM

Team Member Benefits | ABM Employee Benefits | Front Line Team Members | (Programa de Beneficios de ABM)

• Provides management for engineering staff at the direction of the Chief Engineer.
• Performs and administers the necessary preventive maintenance and operations work orders as well as provides applicable quality assurance inspections. Reports and collaborates with Chief Engineer on status and findings. Recommends improvements to the program and implements as directed.
• Provides hands‑on and classroom training for engineering staff and promotes an environment of learning and development.
• Provides and manages stock levels on all engineering equipment and parts.
• Schedule all activities of the Stationary Engineers and inspects work performed and materials used.Evaluates all work orders and assess priorities and distribute them to responsible staff for action, monitor progress, and adjust resources to accommodate emergency maintenance requests.
• Reviews incomplete work orders and informs requestor of schedule changes. Provide regular reports to the Chief Engineer regarding any scheduled work delayed for parts, emergencies, or other reasons.
• Schedule engineers for regular workdays, holidays, and vacation relief.
• Prepares labor and material purchase requisitions and distributes for approval.
• Maintain self‑improvement program and keep abreast of new equipment, standards, codes, maintenance procedures and emergency response regarding hazardous materials.
• Consistently maintain appearance that is appropriate, safe, and in accordance with Able Engineering Services standards. Always display clean and visible identification.
• Demonstrates commitment to quality of service.
• Complies with Able Engineering Services and site‑specific policies and procedures.
• Maintains regular attendance in the workplace.
• Maintain building as‑built drawings. Read, interpret, and understand.
• Perform related duties as required.
• Assist in planning and forecasting 5‑year plans.
• Report to management of the facility related issues.
• Works with management on plant related and tenant related issues.
• Develop, maintain and update the preventive maintenance program to comply with Able Engineering Services, industry standards and site‑specific requirements.
• Set and maintain a professional work environment with staff.
• Assure good communication.
• Ensure standards of service and commitment.
• Ensure compliance with safe practices and standards.
• Develop goals for department, staff and self.
• Build morale and a team approach. Compliance with employment laws.

• Experience that is commensurate with the specific facility for the position of Assistant Chief Engineer.
• Prefer 3-4 years progressive operations experience.
• Strong employee relation skills, coaching skills and training skills.
• As required, highest‑level relevant state/local license for stationary engineer and/or HVAC, plus universal level refrigerant recovery license.
• BOMA accredited courses desirable.
• Preferred: High‑rise Fire Safety Director, EPA Universal
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Computer skills and building automation systems experience required.
• Certification meeting OSHA ACM awareness training requirements as required.
• Working knowledge of energy conservation required, formal training preferred.