Assistant Chief Engineer

Are you ready to take the helm in a role that combines leadership, innovation, and hands‑on problem‑solving? We’re seeking a passionate Assistant Chief Building Engineer to oversee exciting projects and ensure our site runs like a well‑oiled machine. This is your chance to make a significant impact and work with a team committed to excellence!

- Location:

Oahu (Honolulu, HI)

- Schedule:

Monday to Friday (Must be eligible for emergencies, after hours, and weekends)

-Annual Salary: $80,000.00 to $90,000.00

- What We Offer:

Healthcare plan, dental insurance,401(k) plan with matching contributions, flexible spending account, and more!

• Lead and inspire your team by overseeing all building activities and personnel management.
• Set and maintain high work performance standards and establish standard operating procedures.
• Availability to work 24/7, including on-call duties and weekend shifts.
• Be the first to know and act—escalate significant issues to executive management within 24 hours.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies
• Perform regular inspections and preventative maintenance
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors for specialized services
• Optimize workflows to save time and enhance efficiency while keeping error logs.
• Build strong relationships with customers, vendors, contractors, and team members to create a vibrant work environment.
• Address and resolve performance issues across personnel, technology, and processes.
• Manage budgets and maintain site standards, approving external vendor work with the property manager’s green light.
• Ensure our site’s aesthetic appeal and functionality through regular inspections.
• Keep track of inventory and equipment usage with precision.
• Troubleshoot, resolve, and preventative maintenance, mechanical, and electrical issues, ensuring safety compliance.
• Train security personnel in essential safety operations like fire alarms and building security.
• Conduct daily checks on cooling towers and mechanical equipment for seamless operations.
• Periodically inspect air handlers, exhaust fans, and timers to keep everything in top shape.
• Manage work schedules and time sheets with impeccable organization.
• Create, edit, and approve comprehensive reports on account status.
• Collaborate with HR to write and issue disciplinary actions, ensuring a high-performing team.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent credential.
• Relevant certification or degree in engineering or related field
• Valid Hawaii Driver’s License is required.
• Must pass HBM prescreen check.
• Proven work experience in building maintenance and engineering
• Knowledge of basic building maintenance and power tool usage.
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of building management systems and operations
• HVAC: EPA Universal Certification is a plus but not mandatory.
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written.
• Stellar public relations skills, with strong communication abilities.
• Proven management/supervision work experience combined with engineering/maintenance skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Physical ability to lift, push, pull over 50-80 lbs., stand for long periods, and perform various physical tasks.

Hawaiian Building Maintenance
We are an equal opportunity employer.
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