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WorkingBuildings · 17 hours ago

Facility Operations and Maintenance, Chief Engineer

Ewing, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$45/hr - $50/hr

7+ years exp

WorkingBuildings is a company specializing in facility operations and maintenance within clinical laboratory environments. They are seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee the operations of high-pressure boilers, chillers, and related mechanical systems while ensuring safety and efficiency in the facility's operations.

Environmental ConsultingFacilities Support ServicesFacility Management

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Hiring Manager

Zara Anwar

Responsibilities

Always follow safe work practices

Perform equipment tours of Boiler/Utility Plant. Record information onto tour sheets and Logbook with good handwriting

Perform all required duties of a Chief Engineer for a 1000+ HP High Pressure Steam, 700 Ton Chillers, and Mechanical Plant

Oversee the training, work, and duties of assistant chief, and two shift Boiler/Utility Plant Operators

Oversee scheduling of all shift work during operator PTO instances to maintain 365/24 coverage, to be accomplished through overtime of boiler operators, assistant chief, maintenance dept licensed operators, and chief as necessary

Schedule and coordinate all required inspections, ensure all inspections are performed and documented

Monitor site HVAC conditions and adjust or change parameters as needed in JCI/Metasys

Schedule and coordinate all preventive and corrective maintenance activities in the Boiler/Utility Plant. Ensure all performed work is documented in the facility CMMS (CX Alloy FM)

Ensure that work orders are created for all work done by all personnel in the boiler/mechanical rooms

Review logbooks and tour sheets to look for operational deficiencies, anomalies, or loss of efficiency

Monitor the operation of all equipment and systems in the Boiler/Utility Plant, including water treatment operations; perform tests and adjust and repair as required to maintain efficiencies

Develop lists of and attempt to obtain spare parts for equipment and systems to reduce or eliminate downtime

Know how to respond to operational issues in boiler and utility plant and to run systems manually if necessary

Maintain an active New Jersey High Pressure Stationary Engineer’s license at a minimal level of a Red Seal

Obtain quotes and issue MR work orders for all contractor repair work for all equipment in the water room, boiler room, mechanical room, diesel generators, and fuel tanks and related equipment

Oversight of all contractor work in boiler/utility rooms, including PM contracts of all equipment including outside fuel tanks, fuel pumps, chillers, and generators

Experience in the operation of building HVAC systems and related equipment

Work overtime when necessary to cover PTO and perform on call duty for boiler/mechanical room as needed, other work as assigned

Qualification

New Jersey Red Seal licenseBoiler operation experienceHVAC systems knowledgeChemical water treatmentBuilding automation systemsPersonnel managementTechnical manual interpretationProblem-solving skillsComputer literacyCommunication skillsTeamwork skillsTime management

Required

Strong knowledge and understanding of OSHA safety guidelines

HS/GED required with 5+ years maintenance and operations experience preferably in a laboratory setting

State of New Jersey Red Seal Stationary Engineer license, minimum of 7 years' experience. A NJ Blue Seal license will be acceptable if candidate has strong experience and can obtain a Red Seal license within one year of hire date

Strong personnel management experience, customer service and teamwork skills

Strong organization, communication, and time management skills, and ability to respond effectively to changing demands

Computer literacy, and ability to find job related information online, and to call for technical support if necessary

Must have an in-depth knowledge of boilers, steam systems, heat exchangers, chillers, and related equipment

Ability to take initiative, operate independently, have strong problem-solving/troubleshooting ability, and persistence

Strong understanding of chemical water treatment and testing for boilers, closed loops, and cooling towers

Strong working knowledge of building automation systems, preferably JCI Metasys

Strong ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and building prints

Strong experience in basic plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and carpentry/painting skills, and ability to operate and use hand and power tools

Familiarity with fire protection and emergency power equipment and systems

Ability to climb ladders and use man lifts, work in hot or cold environments, work in confined spaces, wear half face respirators, be able to lift 50 lbs., and be able to bend, twist and stoop

Ability to communicate effectively in English with both written and verbal communication

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States