Chief Engineer

At Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC), your work goes beyond the job description—it becomes part of a purpose-driven legacy. Our continuous commitment to growth directly contributes to the strength, resilience, and future of the communities we serve. Every milestone we achieve helps fund programs, expand services, and create lasting value for the Tribe, making each success a shared one.

For more than 35 years THTBC and its subsidiaries have delivered mission-critical services to federal clients globally. From logistics and information technology to cybersecurity and facilities operations, we are united by a single purpose: to generate meaningful economic opportunity and sustainable growth for the Tlingit & Haida Tribes of Alaska.

Together We Grow – One Mission, One Team – With a Commitment to Serve

Subsidiary: T&H Services

Job Title: Chief Engineer

Work Location: Blackstone, VA

Labor Category: Exempt

Clearance Level: Secret

Salary: $95,000.00 – $

The Chief Engineer oversees all maintenance operations for the facility, ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable functioning of building systems s role provides leadership and direction to a multidisciplinary team including HVAC technicians, plumbers, electricians, general maintenance staff, and central plant operators. The Chief Engineer ensures compliance with regulatory standards, manages preventive and corrective maintenance programs, and supports a high-quality environment for employees and the government customer.

• Oversee daily operation and maintenance of all building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and central plant equipment.
• Manage preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment lifespan and minimize downtime.
• Conducts quality reviews of work performed.
• Ensure proper documentation of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, and certifications for building systems and equipment.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate maintenance personnel across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, general maintenance, and central plant operations.
• Develop staffing schedules, assign work orders, and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Organizes workflow to ensure a clear understanding of delegated tasks by employees.
• Monitors employee productivity and provides constructive feedback and coaching.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and service providers for specialized repairs or projects.
• Review proposals, monitor project progress, and ensure quality standards are met.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Maintains inventory control and accountability of tools.
• Ensure all maintenance equipment/tools are properly functioning and maintained.
• Ensures submission of daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Keeps leadership informed on maintenance and repair actions, making recommendations for efficiency.
• Contributes to high-level management status and planning meetings.
• Monitors overtime requirements and usage closely.
• Anticipates and promptly resolves operational problems.
• Provide necessary training to staff and maintains necessary reports and training records as required.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Completes all training within required timeline.
• Performs all work in a safe and secure manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in building maintenance, engineering, or facilities management.
• 3–5 years of supervisory or team-lead experience
• Must possess a 3rd Class Engineer License.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance.
• Strong technical knowledge…