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KW Property Management & Consulting

Chief Engineer-Mid Rise Luxury

KW Property Management & Consulting, Florida, New York, United States

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Overview

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the oversight of the building maintenance of the property. This includes the interior as well as the exterior of the building. This person must be knowledgeable in HVAC, Electrical and Mechanical Systems. Performs complex analytical work in providing office and building engineering support and field engineering support to ensuring technical competence and compliance with all current codes and criteria. Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and fumes. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs the day to day routine maintenance of the building utilizing their maintenance staff in a leadership role. Develops and adheres to the preventative maintenance program for the community. Update as needed. Supervise all building repairs done by outside vendors, reporting to the Association Manager satisfactory/unsatisfactory completion. Maintain an operating environment to achieve a satisfactory level of resident’s service as measured by formal and informal feedback and surveys. Monitoring all systems of the building and performing any and all basic repairs as needed. Demonstrates a routine and effective ability to adjust to changing circumstances. Responds to phone calls and correspondence in a timely, professional manner. Encourages maintenance staff to behave in a professional manner and comply with company’s safety standards. Motivates staff to work as a team. Creates a maintenance report, which depicts an update on the actual condition of the property, progress of specific projects, and makes clear and concise recommendations. Observes all safety standards and participates in the Company’s efforts to provide a safe work environment. Understands and follows the directions and tasks given by direct supervisor and conscientiously completes them. Organizes time effectively and successfully balances the competing demands of multiple projects. Keeps up to date equipment maintenance logs, inventory, and update preventative maintenance manual quarterly. Understanding of computer systems familiarity with email systems, spreadsheets and on-line ordering and maintenance reporting tools. Competencies

Financial Management Technical Capacity Performance Management Communication Proficiency Ethical Conduct Leadership Problem Solving/Analysis Strategic Thinking The Chief Engineer will assist the Property Manager with interviewing, training, staff development and scheduling. Qualifications

Required: High School; Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience as a Maintenance employee in a supervisory role in hi-rise buildings or hotel operations; strong working knowledge of basic trades (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, painting); ability to analyze and interpret technical aspects, pumps, motors, and mechanical systems; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; valid Florida driver’s license; ability to respond to emergency situations generally within 2 hours and to report to the property as needed, including nights and weekends. Preferred: AA degree in industry; Bachelors or Associates degree. Position Type / Hours

The position is full time (40 hours per week) and will require availability for emergencies and occasional night and weekend work due to special projects. This is an exempt (salaried) position. Attendance at occasional off-site meetings within the local city limits may be required. Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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