Senior Chief Engineer

The Senior Chief Engineer is charged with effective daily leadership and administration of the engineering team with the objectives of safely and effectively operating machinery and systems and quickly and professionally responding to the needs of the tenants and the Data Center Manager.  The role focuses on ensuring efficient operations, minimizing downtime, and maintaining energy-efficient and safe conditions. The Chief Engineer is also responsible for protecting and improving the value of the owner’s assets and ensuring that data center machinery and systems meet or exceed their rated life.

Maintenance

• Using critical environment protocols MOP process.
• Performance of ongoing preventive and repair response work orders on facility mechanical, electrical and other installed systems, equipment, and other components.
• Proficient maintain, operate, and repair all HVAC systems and CRAC units associated equipment, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, building interior/exterior repair, and related grounds, and production equipment as it pertains to assigned buildings.
• Study and become familiar critical environments with the various items of equipment, and the methods required to use them properly, that are required in everyday activities. This to include building automation systems, fire / life safety systems, and any other building related equipment.
• Perform assigned facility inspections and due diligence efforts, reporting on as found conditions impacting satisfactory client occupancy and operations.

 Safety

• Complete Hazard Assessments as necessary
• Comply with all safety procedures, maintaining good housekeeping and safety of work areas. Recognize danger and safety hazards and propose methods to eliminate them.
• Maintain compliance to State, County, or City Ordinances, Codes, or Laws.
• Must complete all required safety trainings as scheduled

Administrative

• Submit P-card Receipts Daily
• Update work order status in real time
• Utilize CMMS systems such as Corrigo for all work performed.
• Perform Vehicle Safety Inspection
• Escalating problems or issues to Customer and Manager in a timely manner
• Attend work and safety meetings as required
• Any and all other duties and tasks assigned.

Physical work requirements and work conditions

• Lifting up to 80 lbs.
• Working from heights.
• Frequently climbing, bending, lifting, kneeling, stooping, and working/extending overhead.
• Working in adverse conditions (i.e., extreme cold, extreme hot).
• Driving for long periods of time.
• Climbing a ladder with a 300 lb weight limit while carrying a tool bag weighing approximately 20 lbs.
• Climbing a ladder up to 30 feet.
• Must be available for Call-in work and perform other duties as required.

• 5+ years of technical experience in building engineering with a strong background in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and production equipment repair and maintenance
• Experience working in Data Centers/Raised Floor Environment
• Universal EPA 608 Certification
• Experience leading Building Engineers and Technicians and resolving escalations
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• CRAC (Liebert) maintenance and repair experience
• Licenses as required by authority having jurisdiction
• Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel
• 2 years of trades school or documented apprenticeship in relevant craft skills

• Expertise in one specific craft area (Electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, Central Utility Plant Operations, Material Handling Equipment)
• Familiarity with building automation systems and fire/life safety systems

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!