Chief Engineer - Waterside

Description

Position Summary:

The Chief Building Engineer is the sole maintenance professional responsible for the complete daily operation and upkeep of a 164-unit high-rise residential property. This is a hands-on role requiring direct execution of all maintenance tasks - from daily trash collection to complex HVAC repairs. The position requires equal commitment to:

• Daily operational maintenance, ensuring resident satisfaction and property value
• Life safety systems, ensuring compliance and safety
• Vendor management, ensuring quality and cost control

Daily maintenance tasks form the foundation of this role and must be completed consistently before addressing other responsibilities. Strong communication with the on-site manager is essential.

This position requires someone who takes pride in both the details of daily property care and the technical expertise of building systems management.

Salary: $85,000

Benefits & Perks:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, health insurance with three plan options, and dental, vision, and accident insurance. Life insurance, and a 401(K) plan with discretionary employer match are also provided. Enjoy paid time off, paid sick time, and career development training. Employees receive discounts at Eye Pieces & Venture Sports, and corporate discounts through Perk Spot. Additional perks include a sabbatical program, a $500 referral program, and an employee assistance program.

Job Closing Date: 7/31/26 or until filled

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversee, coordinate and assist in the activities of the maintenance operations including but not limited to; project oversight, repairs and replacement, on-call responsibilities, and hands on maintenance repair.

Responsible for ensuring safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure(s) of the building, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems and any other related equipment

Recommend, implement and manage the department's budget capital expenditure plan, forecasts and objectives consistent with maintaining a first-class property and management's expectations.

Review purchase requests and monitor expenses to ensure budgeted goals are met.

Immediate response to emergency situations (fire, evacuations, water mitigation, equipment failures, etc.)

Perform preventative maintenance duties including but not limited to: changing filters, replacing lights, ballast and switches, power outages, patching and painting, etc.

Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies and company directives in regard to safety and building operations.

Maintain and ensure proper operation of life safety/fire systems/elevators.

Ability to read and interpret As-Built drawings

Attend all Association Board Meetings

Participate in all required training through East West Urban Management & East West Resorts

Tactical Skills
Skilled in all facets of general business or area of specialty. Natural instincts and insight for finding the best solution to unclear issues and problems. Reflects on vast experience to determine numerous future possibilities. Can see how the details fit into the big picture. Highly capable and resourceful problem solver. Manages the creative process within an organization to develop unique solutions.

Knowledge/Skills
Advanced knowledge of the Building Management/Engineering profession. This includes
knowledge required for management of people and complex problems.
Ability to provide information and associated services to management and HOA Board.
Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal.

Potentially lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying weights up to 50 lbs. and greater, for all equipment and machinery.

Frequent bending and/or kneeling throughout the day for repairs and maintenance of property, equipment and machinery.

Mobility throughout the property, all floors, varying heights and distances. Use of ladders required at times.

Limited driving on an occasional basis for supplies, equipment, etc. Generally, within 20 miles.

Ability to be on-call

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Education:

- High school diploma or GED equivalent

Experience:

- Minimum 3-years building maintenance experience

- Experience with multi-family residential properties preferred

- Homeowner Association experience preferred

Skills:

- Proficient in HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems

- Pool maintenance certification (CPO required or ability to obtain)

- Ability to read as-built drawings and technical manuals

- General carpentry, painting, and repair skills

- Strong work ethic with pride in both routine and complex tasks

- Self-motivated and able to work independently

- Detail-oriented commitment to property appearance

- Customer service focused with professional resident interaction

- Reliable with consistent daily task completion

- Adaptable to seasonal demands and emergency situations

- Ability to lift, push, pull, carry up to 50+ lbs regularly

- Frequent bending, kneeling throughout the day

- Mobility throughout all floors and building areas

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