Assistant Chief Engineer

Supervises and directs maintenance staff on his shift and monitors performance of their assigned responsibilities.  Performs  and/or  directs  the performance of all maintenance departmental  service  requests, insuring that work performed in these areas is accomplished efficiently with a minimum amount of disruption and inconvenience. It is also followed up with adequate clean up. Checks  malfunctioning equipment and ascertains corrective action required to restore  to  satisfactory operating condition.

Provides training and supervision aimed at expanding the capabilities of  the operations staff. Specific duties include, but not limited to: Demonstrating the proper use and care of tools and instruments, giving hands on instruction in basic maintenance, safety, and trouble shooting procedures, recommending relevant outside engineering courses for enrollment and instilling an overall level of professionalism in  manner  and appearance.

Supervises and implements the preventative maintenance program.  Specific duties include and are not limited to: scheduling of preventative maintenance with a minimum disruption of building services, performing and/or delegating preventative maintenance tasks to the appropriately qualified maintenance staff member, orders parts and equipment required for repair, maintenance and installation of new equipment and facilities, and maintains inventory.

Directs the performance of contracted maintenance work as needed. Specific tasks include and are not limited to: insuring the timely performance of maintenance contract work, overseeing the fulfillment of equipment warrantee obligations by the installer and securing equipment manuals and drawings from the installers/contractors.

Complies with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and  disposal of hazardous materials. Maintains a clean and safe workplace.

Plans and manages his budget, allowing for appropriate control over, and utilization of institutional  resources.  Recommends  and  estimates facilities repairs and improvements for inclusion in the annual budget.

Participates in facilities remodeling, new exhibit construction, and other planning activities of other Departments. Manages and monitors construction and repair projects.

Insures the availability of an adequate operating inventory of tools and supplies. Specific duties include, but not limited to: Preparing and submitting purchase order requests, developing sources  for  stock materials and performing periodic checks for supplies.

Performs additional duties as requested.

• Education - Minimum of a high school diploma. Two years of trades schooling in electrical system design, refrigeration and HVAC.
• Experience - 5+ years of experience in facility/plant engineering maintenance with at least 5 years in supervision.
• Special knowledge and skills - Exposure to HVAC, fluid handling/pumping,  fluid  filtering,  mechanical systems, welding, and electrical systems engineering and operation.
• Personal characteristics - Good interpersonal skills, ability to communicate well in both oral  and written reports.
• Must be proficient in basic computer application software such as MS Office, Lotus and E-Mail etc.
• For internal candidates, must constantly receive a “meets expectations” job performance review.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.