Union - Assistant Chief Engineer - Chicago, IL

Trinity Property Consultants; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Property Consultants in Chicago is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer to ensure optimal operation of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and elevator systems. You will support the Chief Engineer with planning, budgeting, and vendor management while guiding a facilities team to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.

This is a union position requiring 5+ years in multifamily or hospitality maintenance and advanced experience in two or more trades.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in maintenance in multifamily or hospitality.
• Advanced experience in two or more trades (electrical, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, painting, etc.).
• Working knowledge of appliances.

Responsibilities

• Support Chief Engineer in scope, budgeting, scheduling, bid management, and project execution.
• Ensure community operations and safety standards are met.
• Mentor facilities staff in diagnosing problems and repairs.
• Complete unit inspections and maintain documentation.
• Maintain and organize tools and supplies for cost-effective operations.
• Pre-diagnose and troubleshoot building systems; perform repairs in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliances.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Multifamily/hospitality

Two+ trades

Education

EPA Universal Certification

CPO Certification

Job description

Position at Trinity Property Consultants
At Trinity Property Consultants, your expertise is the key to our continued success. Join us and become an essential part of an organization that values your skills and is committed to your professional growth. Guided by our core values of innovation, teamwork, excellence, and empowerment we have been creating vibrant communities for three decades and are proudly ranked among NHMC's Top 50 Apartment Owners and Managers. We're on the lookout for passionate individuals that will elevate our vibrant culture and join us in delivering unparalleled service to our valued team members, residents, investors, and partners.

Compensation

$30.00 to $32.00 hourly, depending on experience.

Schedule

Saturday through Wednesday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm

Job Description

This is a Union position. The Assistant Chief Engineer is responsible for ensuring optimal functioning of internal and external apartment community building systems including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, elevators, and more. Leveraging organization skills, problem solving, and creative thinking, the Assistant Chief Engineer is required to support the Chief Engineer in resolving escalated issues while driving continuous process improvement and team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Chief Engineer in setting scope, technical specifications, budget tracking, scheduling, material and equipment requirements, subcontractor/vendor bidding and management, and overall planning and execution of facility and maintenance projects
• Responsible for ensuring the physical aspects of the community meet operations and safety standards
• Assist in the management, development, and mentorship of facilities team members in diagnosing problems and making repairs
• Complete unit inspections as needed and maintain orderly documentation
• Maintain inventory of basic personal tools to complete task requirements including but not limited to a hammer, screwdriver, adjustable wrench, tape measure, and flashlight
• Organize, maintain, and utilize provided supplies in a cost-effective manner
• Pre-diagnose and troubleshoot various building systems prior to scheduling repairs
• Repair issues and provide knowledge in areas including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliances, carpentry, etc.
• Present an appearance appropriate to the image of the company
• Complete additional tasks or duties assigned by community leadership

Qualifications

Professional Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in maintenance in Multifamily or Hospitality
• Advanced experience in two or more trades: electrical, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, painting, etc.
• Working knowledge of appliances required

Education:

• High school education or equivalent is preferred
• Accurately perform basic mathematical functions
• EPA Universal Certification required
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification preferred

Computer Skills:

• Intermediate computer and internet knowledge preferred
• Ability to use on-site resident management software preferred

Physical Demands:

• Physical demands may include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. The team member will be regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and reach using feet, legs, back, arms and hands. The team member may occasionally be required to climb. Specific vision requirements include the ability to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The team member will be required to work at a personal computer. Must possess the ability to detect auditory and/or visual alarms and be available to work extended/flexible hours and weekends as needed.

Learning and Development:

• Maintain a commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth through our company's continuing education programs

Attendance/Travel:

• This position is a full-time position and may require the availability to work some nights, weekends, and occasional holidays. Regular attendance and active participation/planning at company functions and events is also required.

See more about our Company at: https://www.trinity-pm.com/join-our-team