Residential Chief Engineer

Building Maintenance Systems Inc. (BMSI); Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Dental insurance

Competitive salary

Job summary

Building Maintenance Systems Inc. (BMSI) in the United States seeks a Residential Chief Engineer to oversee the Assistant Chief Engineer and Building Engineer.

You will operate, maintain, and repair boiler and boiler room equipment, and maintain heating, lighting, ventilation, air conditioning, water treatment, and electrical systems in a residential building. The role reports to the Property Manager and requires 10+ years of experience in residential buildings, strong engineering knowledge, and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Trades education and training helpful.
• Experience operating, troubleshooting, maintaining, installing, and repairing building equipment.

Responsibilities

• Supports daily operation of all mechanical equipment in the building.
• Maintains and repairs mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and control systems.
• Monitors refrigeration, boiler, HVAC and water systems.
• Troubleshoots MEP systems with minimal supervision.
• Oversees service contractors and reviews plans for compliance with codes.
• Maintains maintenance logs and safety practices.

Skills

Troubleshooting

MEP systems

Building automation

Safety procedures

English communication

Education

High School diploma

Trades education and training

Tools

BMS / EMS

Building Automation Systems

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance

This position is located in Alexandria, VA

Residential Chief Engineer Job Summary:

A working supervisor fills this position to oversee the Assistant Chief Engineer and the Building Engineer. This leader is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing boiler and auxiliary boiler room equipment. They will also maintain heating, lighting, ventilating, air conditioning, power refrigeration, building electrical and controls, water treatment, and other mechanical and electrical equipment. This position reports to the Property Manager.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• $41 to $43 per hour based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401K, after the initial work probation period
• Uniforms and Cell phone reimbursement are available at the time of hire
• Annual bonus based on performance

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports the daily operation of all mechanical equipment in the physical plant and building
• Maintains and repairs building Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Structural, Furniture, Fire, Life Safety, and Control Systems.
• Monitors operations and maintains refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment, boilers, heating, ventilating and hot water equipment, pumps, valves, piping and filters, other mechanical and electrical equipment, changing light bulbs and ballasts
• Ability to troubleshoot Building Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems with little or no supervision
• Performs and/or completes all tenant service requests accurately and with minimal tenant disruptions
• Manage Building Management System (BMS) / Energy Management System
• Maintains maintenance logs and records
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks
• Complies and supports building policies and procedures
• Leads/Actively participates in emergency response procedures technical and safety training programs
• Performs all work using the proper safety equipment and in a safe manner
• Oversees service and repair contractors throughout the building
• Reviews and approves plans submitted to management by condo owners to ensure construction work meets all building codes
• Other duties as assigned

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS:

• Follows and disseminates all safety procedures for self and team
• No preventable building operational downtimeSchedules/Follows maintenance and testing routines
• High Degree of Tenant Satisfaction
• Solid Observational Impression of building and mechanical rooms

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years' experience maintaining equipment and systems in residential buildings
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering and building systems
• History of trades education and training
• High-level experience and skills in operating, troubleshooting, maintaining, installing, and repairing equipment
• Basic technology skills necessary to manage work order applications on mobile phone and learn to operate Building Automation Systems
• High School diploma or equivalent, and must be able to communicate effectively in English
• Occasionally work overtime to perform necessary repairs or maintenance that are necessary to complete during off-hours
• Must meet the occupation requirements, such as lifting 50 lbs., walking distances, kneeling for 1 hour, and climbing ladders.
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must possess a CFC Universal certification
• Possession of a valid Maryland 1st or 2nd Class Stationary Engineers License or a DC 3rd Class Steam Engineers license are not required, but considered a plus