Assistant Chief Building Engineer
Seattle, King County, Washington, 98127, USA
Listed on 2026-06-28
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Engineering
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
We are looking for a skilled Assistant Chief Engineer to assist the Senior Chief Engineer in directing the engineering department’s operations (providing technical and administrative support), preplanning mechanical preventive maintenance, and supervising and directing maintenance personnel in installation, repair, and maintenance of all mechanical and electrical equipment and systems. The Assistant Chief Engineer also assumes the Chief Engineer’s responsibilities as necessary.
Responsibilities- Supervise and direct maintenance staff on shift and monitor performance of assigned responsibilities. Perform and/or direct the performance of all maintenance departmental service requests, ensuring that work performed in these areas is accomplished efficiently with a minimum amount of disruption and inconvenience.
- Provide training and supervision aimed at expanding the capabilities of the operations staff.
- Supervise and implement the preventative maintenance program, including scheduling of preventative maintenance with minimal disruption of building services, performing and/or delegating preventative maintenance tasks to the appropriately qualified maintenance staff member, ordering parts and equipment required for repair, maintenance and installation of new equipment and facilities, and maintaining inventory.
- Direct the performance of contracted maintenance work as needed.
- Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
- Ensure the availability of an adequate operating inventory of tools and supplies. Specific duties include preparing and submitting purchase‑order requests, developing sources for stock materials and performing periodic checks for supplies.
- Responsible for the operational management and effective daily leadership and administration of the engineering team with the objectives of safely, efficiently, and effectively operating machinery and systems in a cost‑effective manner.
- Perform additional job duties as requested.
- High School diploma or GED equivalent.
- 5+ years related work experience; supervisory experience preferred.
- Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent preferred.
- Certification as a Universal Technician for CFC’s (or within 90 days of employment).
- Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel.
- Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills.
- Proven record of excellent internal and external customer service.
100% in‑office. The role requires working in office during standard business hours. Remote work or telecommuting is not an option for this position.
CompensationPay Range: $54 USD - $57 USD
BenefitsOur benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.
Equal Opportunity EmploymentLPC is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long‑standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate AccommodationsLPC provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources.
Job Offer ConditionsAll job offers are contingent on completion of a background check and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
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