FirstService Residential · 1 day ago
Assistant Chief Engineer
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$25.50/hr - $26.50/hr
3+ years expFirstService Residential is a property management company, and they are seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer to oversee maintenance and repair needs of the Association. The role involves ensuring quality checks on building systems, managing maintenance staff, and responding to emergency situations.
Property ManagementReal Estate
Responsibilities
Ensure quality checks on building mechanicals inclusive of HVAC, plumbing, electrical and related systems
Maintain documents of inspections and related code compliance
Provide oversight of contractors and ensure contractual fulfillment of services
Recommend, implement, and maintain quality controls for building systems and staff safety
Be current on mechanical, technical and management trends for optimizing efficiency of maintenance operational needs of the Association
Maintain inventory of supplies at minimal cost and optimum efficiency
Manage timely, accurate and complete reporting of projects, incidents, and work-orders
Training junior staff to meet changing maintenance needs and related technology
Ensure effective response to emergency and on-call needs of the Association
Delegate maintenance tasks to team members
Conduct regular team meetings
Test and recommend new maintenance products
Conduct general and in-unit repairs/work requests submitted by residents and Management
Maintain in-unit supplies inventory and seasonal supplies such as calcium chloride ice-melt
Ensure daily team updates regarding any observation during walk throughs, provide resolution and inform supervisor
Perform routine maintenance schedules or projects prepared by Chief Building Engineer including, but not limited to minor plumbing, carpentry and electrical repairs, and other interior/exterior maintenance as needed
Investigate, contain, and stop leaks
Prepare leak reports
Respond to fire alarm activations
Responsible for snow clearing and deicing, including maintaining and utilizing motorized snow and related equipment
Qualification
Required
3 - 5 Years Maintenance or Related Experience
Ability to understand/decipher architectural drawings and building blueprints
High School Diploma/Equivalent (GED)
Ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner
Must have the ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate flexibility
Experienced in operation of boiler and mechanical systems
Knowledge and experience with plumbing, electrical and carpentry trades
Review/assign all work orders for mechanical and in-unit repair services
Review pending projects with staff and ensure completion
Staff management and reporting
Ability to read technical manuals and drawings
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent word processing, mathematics and computer skills required
Capable of working extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary
Able to see well enough to read faint or partially obscured writing or printing, with corrective lenses if needed
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Must be able to speak English in a clear and understandable voice so that various types of communications may be conducted with people of various levels of education and capabilities, to include the exchange and receipt of information over the telephone
Position involves sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, shoving, lifting, carrying, and moving objects that can weigh up to 50 lbs. This movement can occur throughout the day
Must also be able to climb several flights of stairs if necessary
This position will alternate between working indoors in a controlled climate and with proper lighting, in an outdoor setting with variable climate and lighting
Must be able to interact with all types of individuals, be mentally alert, detail oriented, and with good reasoning skills
Must be able to work in small and confined spaces for extended periods of time
Must have finger dexterity for typing/using a keyboard
Preferred
Experience in property management and BuildingLink a plus
Benefits
Multiple medical plans
Dental
Vision
Time off benefits
Paid holidays
401k with company match
Company
FirstService Residential
FirstService Residential is a real estate company that provides property management services.
10001+ employees
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