Chief Engineer

Ableserve; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ABM Engineering Services is seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee the engineering department at the Arlington, VA facility. The Chief Engineer will supervise installation, repair and maintenance of facility equipment and ensure the upkeep of the physical plant, including HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems.

The role emphasizes safety plans, quality assurance, and energy conservation. The successful candidate will coordinate with management on capital projects, develop long-term plans, manage

Responsibilities

• Supervise preventive maintenance and repair operations at the facility.
• Schedule emergency repairs based on priority and staff abilities.
• Provide technical advice and instruction in electric theory, mechanical and hydraulic systems, and safety procedures.
• Perform equipment inspections and ensure proper maintenance per AES standards.
• Oversee the department's quality assurance program for all work.
• Direct or participate in safety, disaster, fire and civil defense programs and committees.
• Develop and implement site-specific policies to improve the facility and operations.
• Create plans for life expectancy tracking, maintenance and inspection of equipment; include long-term capital planning.
• Recommend equipment purchases and coordinate with contractors on replacement needs.
• Assist in developing operating and extraordinary expense budgets.
• Plan and schedule department services; set standards and evaluate performance.
• Communicate policies, discuss problems and coach engineering staff.
• Promote safety, enforce compliance with standards, and ensure good housekeeping.
• Drive energy conservation programs and optimize utility use.
• Maintain ongoing self-improvement to stay current with equipment, standards and procedures.
• Support ABM Engineering Services’ policies and safety programs.

Job description

Chief Engineer

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall supervision of the engineering department within the facility assigned. These duties include but are not limited to the installation, repair and maintenance of the facility equipment. The oversight and upkeep of the physical plant, including grounds, utility services, HVAC, plumbing, electrical system, electronic equipment, yard and pavement upkeep in the best manner possible for the safety and health of all concerned, and to coordinate these activities as needed. Responsible for the implementation and documentation of site safety plans and all Engineering Services operational standards and guidelines as well as site specific standards, policies and procedures relating to the engineering department. The Chief Engineer will also assist the facility manager with operational and constant projects for the site.

Responsibilities

• Provides supervision and is responsible for the implementation of all preventive maintenance and repair operations at the facility. Schedules emergency repair activities according to priority and the abilities of assigned personnel. Provides technical advice, encouragement and instruction to subordinates in such areas as electric theory, mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, and safety procedures. Perform equipment inspections, noting equipment condition, ensuring that proper maintenance is being performed in accordance with AES standards. Responsible for the implementation of the quality assurance program for all work performed by the department.
• Direct or participate in various facility programs and committees relating to assigned responsibilities such as safety, disaster, fire, pollution control and civil defense.
• Formulates, recommends and implements site specific policies and procedures to improve the facility physical plant and operations.
• Develops a plan and/or procedure for controlling, labeling, recording estimated life expectancy, maintenance and inspecting all capital and non-capital equipment within the facility. This plan includes a long-term engineering capital plan.
• Recommends equipment purchases to replace obsolete equipment items and provide assistance in formulating long-range equipment replacement requirements and coordinates actions with contractors.
• Assists in the development and implementation of operating and extraordinary expense budgets as required.
• Plans and schedules services of department. Establishes standards and work methods; takes steps to assure quality and quantity of performance and evaluates results. Establishes plans for improving departmental work emphasizing efficiency and economy.
• Communicates policies and procedures, discusses job problems, and employee concerns with supervisors and employees. Encourages development of habits and attitudes for improved performance and good employee attitudes. Direct, train, evaluate, and counsel all engineering personnel.
• Ensures that general safety, fire prevention regulations are enforced, and safe working habits are promoted throughout the facility. Ensures that all shop equipment is properly maintained and conforms to safety standards. Promotes good housekeeping principles and supervise housekeeping details.
• Responsible for ensuring that the building systems are operated in the most efficient and effective manner especially as it relates to utility consumption and environmental responsibility. Implement a systematic program to promote energy awareness and conservation within the facility. Champion energy conservation programs to achieve maximum results from tenants and staff.
• Maintains an on-going self-improvement program to keep abreast of new equipment, standards, codes, and maintenance procedures.
• Supports and follows ABM Engineering Services’ operational policies and standards.
• Supports and follows ABM Engineering Services’ safety program.
• Perform related duties as required – a “can do, will do” attitude.
• Reports to and collaborates with management of the facility related issues.
• Works with management on plant related and tenant related issues.
• Sets and maintains a professional work environment with staff.
• Assures good communication.
• Ensure standards of service and commitment.
• Ensure compliance with safe practices and standards.
• Develops goals for department, staff and self.
• Builds morale and a team approach.
• Complies with employment laws and ABM Engineering Services employment practices.
• Supports growth opportunities and potential.