CHIEF ENGINEER

Esfm USA; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Bonus

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Job summary

ESFM is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead on-site engineering for integrated facilities management, ensuring safe and reliable operation of high-density computer environments. You will provide technical leadership, manage staff, and oversee budgets and vendor relationships.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering or military background, strong communication, and the ability to multi-task and adapt in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or military experience preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Ability to stay organized in a changing environment.
• Proven leadership and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety of all operating equipment within the facility.
• Develop and train staff in plant and emergency procedures.
• Procure parts for routine preventative and emergency repairs.
• Maintain relationships with vendors and manage budgets for parts and labor.
• Develop plant-wide preventive maintenance schedule for building and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with wastewater and emissions standards.
• Oversee contractors for repairs and upkeep.
• Available for off-site startups and special projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multi-tasking

Organization

Reading schematics

Windows Office

Plant maintenance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or military experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Title: CHIEF ENGINEER

Salary: $100,000 - $104,000

Pay Grade: 15

ESFM is the corporate facilities management (FM) division of Compass Group USA, a Gold-level Corporate Sustaining Partner of the International Facility Management Association (IFMA), and a Platinum Corporate Member of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE).

ESFM self-performs 80% of all FM services provided to clients. Our portfolio of solution categories includes Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, ESG Programming, Laboratory Support Services, Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning, Landscaping & Grounds Management, Workplace Solutions and Managed Services.

This self-performance model creates a consistent hospitality experience for clients, resulting in higher engagement and productivity from their employees. ESFM’s clients include many household names from the life sciences, technology, oil & gas and manufacturing markets.

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus!

Job Summary

The Chief Engineer serves as the on-site engineering leader with full accountability for the delivery of Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) services, including hard services supporting high-density computer environments. This role provides technical leadership, team management, and operational oversight to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient facility performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the safety of all operating equipment within the facility
• Develop and train all staff in plant and emergency procedures
• Handle the procurement of all repair parts for routine preventative, and emergency repairs
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors
• Develop a plant wide Preventative maintenance schedule for all building, process equipment, and all plant utilities
• Maintain the departmental budget with focus on parts, supplies and labor management
• Assure compliance with all wastewater and emissions standards
• Oversee outside contractors in the repairs and upkeep of plant equipment
• Available for off-site, plants startups and special projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or military experience is preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively in written format and oral presentations
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
• Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment
• Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership
• Must be capable of reading electrical schematics, mechanical, and plumbing blue prints
• Proficient in the use of Windows based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Good working knowledge all aspects of plant maintenance to include but not limited to; Electrical, Boilers, Hydraulics, Compressed Air, Mechanical Equipment

ESFM is a member of Compass Group USA

Associates at ESFM are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ESFM.pdf

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Eurest Services maintains a drug-free workplace.