Senior Facilities & Maintenance Engineer

Chugach Alaska Corporation; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Chugach Government Solutions in Arlington, VA seeks a Chief Engineer to supervise maintenance operations, manage staff, and oversee the physical condition of facilities. This contingent role requires coordinating bid plans, safety oversight, and adherence to standards on government projects.

With certifications in equipment operations and a Secret clearance, you’ll drive planning, budgeting, and professional development while mentoring teams to deliver reliable facility services at scale.

Qualifications

• Shall possess certifications in equipment operations with five (5) or more years’ supervisory experience in physical plant and building operations including power plants.
• Possess a Secret security clearance.
• Must hold one of: AFE CPE certification, US Coast Guard Third Assistant Engineer License, or a State Stationary Engineers License.
• Must obtain 1st class within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and schedule staff to perform scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment and updating building inventory.
• Participate in recruitment, examination, and the hiring process.
• Evaluate praise and discipline assigned staff on an as needed basis.
• Work with the Program Manager and participate in the individual career development of assigned staff.
• Act as a mentor to the assigned staff by assisting them in developing their skills through hands on technical training.
• Review and provide solutions to technical issues and challenges determining where improvements can be made and recommend and implement changes.
• Conduct safety meetings and training on a regular basis.
• Encourage and monitor work for adherence to professional and mandated standards.
• Maintain and review work records of assigned staff or crews.
• Determine time, materials, supplies, and overall costs needed to complete assignments and provide input into the budget process.
• Ensure that safe and efficient work practices and procedures are followed, including those pertaining to the set-up of work sites, the use of equipment, the maintenance and storage of equipment, materials and tools, and the use of personal protective clothing and equipment.
• Inspect the U.S. government internal building projects for compliance with specifications, standards, and codes, coordinate work within the city and other agencies.
• Develop and adhere to a preventive maintenance program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Staff supervision

Safety training

Budget planning

Technical leadership

Education

AFE CPE Certification

US Coast Guard Third Assistant Engineer License

State Stationary Engineers License

Job description

Chugach Government Solutions in Arlington, VA seeks a Chief Engineer to supervise maintenance operations, manage staff, and oversee the physical condition of facilities. This contingent role requires coordinating bid plans, safety oversight, and adherence to standards on government projects.

With certifications in equipment operations and a Secret clearance, you’ll drive planning, budgeting, and professional development while mentoring teams to deliver reliable facility services at scale.