Job Description

Make your next move an expert one.

At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities.

Why Colliers?

Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers’ continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

The Chief Engineer plans, organizes, and supervises maintenance, repair, janitorial, construction, and other related areas of the buildings, structures, and grounds. The Chief Engineer leads a team of three technicians and is responsible for assuring high standards of customer service, unwavering optimism, and professionalism at all times, including timely response to and resolution of any client’s requests or concerns.

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the physical operation of the entire campus.
• Create and oversee maintenance, housekeeping, and cleaning programs.
• Oversee and evaluate building and grounds and housekeeping personnel.
• Create and oversee an effective ongoing preventive maintenance program.
• Create and oversee the capital improvement/maintenance budgets within stated objectives.
• Create, maintain, and coordinate effective fire/security monitoring/fire suppression services.
• Develop, maintain, and report all required environmental, health, and maintenance standards as required by law and ensure compliance with all regional, state, and federal regulations and laws.
• Arrange bids and develop specifications for all outside contractual work. Oversee outside work for compliance and completion.
• Perform general maintenance as required.
• Provide 24-hour emergency response through an on-call rotation.
• Coordinate and evaluate utility services, refuse removal, recycling service, and pest control.
• Provide space arrangement/coordination for both internal and external events.
• Perform related tasks as required and other duties as assigned.
• Other expectations:
  • Recommend improvements for the preventive maintenance program on an ongoing basis.
  • Develop and maintain effective building-specific maintenance procedures.
  • Coordinate maintenance efforts with outside contractors and technicians.
  • Respond immediately to emergencies (fire, evacuation, equipment failure, natural or weather-related, etc.) and customer concerns.
  • Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, and directives related to building operations, safe work habits, and promotion of sustainability.
• Support the facility’s Environmental, Health and Safety programs.
• Plumbing, appliances, garbage disposals, sink, and shower fixture installation.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years’ work experience in facility maintenance in a campus environment
• State contractor’s license in one or more of the MEP facets is highly desired
• Commercial HVAC and previous supervisory experience preferred
• Proven technical, vocational, or on-the-job training in at least one of the following areas: repair of sealed refrigeration HVAC systems, electrical, mechanical, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, or plumbing
• Current Universal CFC license a plus
• Working knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office Suite
• Availability to maintain an on-call schedule and/or shift work
• Ability to meet physical requirements relating to the job: stooping, standing, climbing, and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 pounds
• Familiarity with building automation systems is required
• The qualified candidate will be detail-oriented, able to handle multiple projects simultaneously, extremely professional, and customer service-oriented
• Contract/Vendor administration skills.
• Basic accounting and budgeting knowledge.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with inventory record keeping
• Proven record of excellent internal and external customer service
• A strong team player, service-oriented attitude, and unwavering positive outlook
• Demonstrated willingness to work independently and productively and to take initiative, as well as willingness to accept direction.
• Possess a valid state operator/driver’s license with no major violations on MVR.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and a criminal background check.
• Proven leadership capability
• Proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service
• Working knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety
• Apartment maintenance is highly desirable.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Competitive compensation and benefits including, but not limited to, a full range of health care benefits, paid time off, and 401K, are available.

Colliers International provides equal employment opportunity to all persons. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), or national origin, genetics, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Make your next move an expert one and join us as we lead the industry into the future.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Direct applicants only please, no agencies.

Colliers respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of any actual or perceived membership in any protected category including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact accommodations@colliers.com for assistance.