ABM, a leading provider of integrated facility solutions, is looking for a Chief Engineer.

The Chief Engineer oversees all activities and staff related to the maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical systems within a property. The goal is maximum life and reliability of all systems. The Chief Engineer must be flexible and willing to perform all duties that are assigned. Those duties may include maintenance and operations of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems. They may also include general building maintenance and building inspections. The Chief Engineer must respond to client requests, open and assign work orders and order parts when necessary. The Chief Engineer must also ensure compliance with expense guidelines, company policy, and governing codes.

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is a leading provider of facility solutions with revenues of approximately $6.4 billion and over 130,000 employees in 300 offices deployed throughout the United States and various international locations. ABM’s comprehensive capabilities include electrical & lighting, energy solutions, facilities engineering, HVAC & mechanical, janitorial, landscape & turf, mission critical solutions and parking, provided through stand-alone or integrated solutions. Founded in 1909, ABM provides custom facility solutions in urban, suburban and rural areas to properties of all sizes — from schools and commercial buildings to hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants and airports.

The Company may require that the successful candidate hired for this position be fully-vaccinated for COVID-19, if and to the extent permitted by applicable law. The Company will make exceptions for medical, sincerely held religious belief, or other legally required exceptions.

Pay: $33.42/hour

The pay listed is the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

Benefit Information: This is a union position and will include union benefits.

Essential Functions:

Provides supervision and is responsible for the implementation of all preventative maintenance and repair operations at the facility.
Schedules emergency repair activities according to priority and the abilities of assigned personnel.
Provides technical advice, encouragement and instruction to subordinates in such areas as electric systems, mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, and safety procedures.
Perform equipment inspections, noting equipment condition, insuring that proper maintenance is being performed in accordance with AES standards.
Responsible for the implementation of the quality assurance program for all work performed by the department.
Schedule all activities of the maintenance staff and inspects work performed and materials used.
Evaluates all work orders and assess priorities and distribute them to responsible staff for action, monitor progress, and adjust resources to accommodate emergency maintenance requests.
Reviews incomplete work orders and informs requestor of schedule changes.
Provide regular reports to the property manager regarding any scheduled work delayed for parts, emergencies, or other reasons.
Schedule maintenance staff for regular workdays, holidays, and vacation relief.
Prepares labor and material purchase requisitions and distributes for approval.
Maintain self-improvement program and keep abreast of new equipment, standards, codes, maintenance procedures and emergency response regarding hazardous materials.
Assist with snow and ice removal.

Qualifications:

Experience that is commensurate with the specific facility for the position of Head Janitor.
Prefer 5+ years progressive operations experience.
Strong employee relation skills, coaching skills and training skills.
State of Illinois Pool Operators License.
BOMA accredited courses desirable.
Preferred: High-rise Fire Safety Director, Haz-Mat Certification, Indoor Air Quality
Certification, LEED Certification
Strong oral and written communication skills.

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