Union - Chief Engineer - Chicago, IL

Trinity Property Consultants; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Property Consultants in Chicago is seeking a seasoned Chief Engineer to oversee all building systems in a multifamily community. You will lead maintenance, coordinate vendors, and drive safety and cost-efficient operations.

The position requires 8+ years in maintenance, proficiency in electrical, carpentry, plumbing or HVAC, EPA Universal Certification, and strong leadership. This is a union, full-time role with a 7:00 am–3:00 pm schedule and weekend on-call as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of 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.
• EPA Universal Certification required; CPO certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set scope, technical specifications, budget tracking, schedule, material and equipment requirements, subcontractor/vendor bidding and management, and overall planning and execution of cost-effective facility and maintenance projects.
• Anticipate potential problems and implement/oversee preventative actions to ensure safety and operations standards.
• Provide leadership and development of the maintenance team regarding scheduling, duties, and performance.
• Direct and oversee all maintenance work orders and unit turns with strong customer service to residents.
• Complete unit inspections and maintain orderly documentation; manage inventory of basic tools.
• Pre-diagnose and troubleshoot various building systems prior to scheduling repairs.
• Repair issues including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliances, carpentry, etc.
• Perform on-call service requests and emergency calls as needed.

Skills

Electrical

Carpentry

Plumbing

HVAC

Painting

Appliances

Education

High school education or equivalent

EPA Universal Certification

Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification

Job description

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: $36.00 to $39.00 hourly, depending on experience.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm

Job Description:

This is a Union position. A strong leader that ensures 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 Chief Engineer is required to resolve escalated issues and drive continuous process improvement and team development. This position relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and lead the work of others with a wide degree of creativity and cost-effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for setting scope, technical specifications, budget tracking, schedule, material and equipment requirements, subcontractor/vendor bidding and management, and overall planning and execution of cost-effective facility and maintenance projects
• Anticipate potential problems and implement/oversee preventative actions to ensure that the physical aspects of the community meet safety and operations procedure
• Provide management including leadership and development of the maintenance team regarding scheduling, duties, and performance
• Direct and oversee all maintenance work orders and unit turns in a timely manner while exemplifying excellent customer service in working with residents
• 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 including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliances, carpentry, etc.
• Perform on-call service requests and emergency calls as needed
• Present an appearance appropriate to the image of the company
• Complete additional tasks or duties assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications:

Professional Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of 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.

Special Requirements:

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