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Chief Building Engineer

ableserveAustin, TX

Posted Sep 29 · Updated Oct 29

💰 $44 – $45/hrFull-timehvacmaintenance and facilitieselectrician

Quick Summary

Chief Building Engineer responsible for on-site supervision of maintenance staff and coordination of engineering operations at a commercial facility in Austin, TX.

Skills & Keywords

HVAC systemsBuilding operationsElectrical systemsCMMS software

Required Qualifications

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to walk, climb stairs, ladders, and access rooftops and mechanical rooms.
Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions.
Ability to respond to emergencies outside normal business hours.

Nice to Have

High-rise residential or student housing experience.
EPA Universal Certification.
HVAC certification or trade license.
Stationary Engineer License (where applicable).
Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification.
Experience managing capital projects and building renovations.
Experience with energy management and sustainability initiatives.

Required

High school diploma or GED.
7+ years of building engineering, facilities maintenance, or property engineering experience.
3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience managing maintenance teams.
Experience operating and maintaining high-rise residential, multifamily, student housing, hospitality, healthcare, or large commercial facilities.
Strong working knowledge of: Cooling towers Pumps and hydronic systems Boilers Domestic hot water systems Mixing valves and mixing stations HVAC systems Building automation systems (BAS) Plumbing and electrical systems
Cooling towers
Pumps and hydronic systems
Boilers
Domestic hot water systems
Mixing valves and mixing stations
HVAC systems
Building automation systems (BAS)
Plumbing and electrical systems
Demonstrated troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities.
Experience managing preventive maintenance programs and work order systems.
Ability to read construction drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals.
Strong budgeting, planning, and inventory management experience.
Proficiency with CMMS/work order management software.
Valid driver's license.