Area Chief Engineer - DC/ Baltimore Metro Area

Maintenance/ Facilities Arlington, Virginia


Description

Position at Trinity Property Consultants

At Trinity Property Consultants, your expertise is the key to our continued success. Join us and become an essential part of an organization that values your skills and is committed to your professional growth. Guided by our core values of innovation, teamwork, excellence, and empowerment we have been creating vibrant communities for three decades and are proudly ranked among NHMC’s Top 50 Apartment Owners and Managers. We're on the lookout for passionate individuals that will elevate our vibrant culture and join us in delivering unparalleled service to our valued team members, residents, investors, and partners. 

Salary: $125K - $185K annually, based on experience, with the potential for performance bonuses. Enjoy a $500/month car allowance and a $60/month cell phone stipend to keep you connected and on the move. 
 
**Qualified applicants must hold an active Maryland Stationary Engineer License (Grade 1, 2, or 3) either at the time of hire or within 12 months of employment.
 
Travel: This team member will be based in the Greater Washington, DC Metropolitan area but will be required to travel up to 25% of the time across the East Coast portfolio.
 

Job Description:

The Area Chief Engineer is responsible for providing specialized support for all building systems at a portfolio of properties. Including the maintaining, troubleshooting and adjustments needed for large mechanical plant systems to include boilers, chillers, two/three/four pipe systems, circulating pumps, valves, steam engines and other commercial grade equipment. This includes a focus to identify equipment reliability opportunities and improving upon quality. This individual will partner with and assist the Senior Leadership members with troubleshooting and managing capital projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct administrative level quality control inspections according to established policies and schedules
  • Verifying the accuracy and completion of preventative maintenance reports
  • Assist in maintaining the equipment inventory in the CMMS
  • Monitor the quality management program and ensure that problems and potential problems are addressed immediately, and any necessary administrative and other adjustments are enacted
  • Interpret contract quality control program directives, design and coordinates development, upgrade and implement of quality management program plans, policies and procedures
  • Interpret regulations and provide technical assistance to staff
  • Monitor service call tracking systems and progress
  • Documents all maintenance and repairs in accordance with established procedures.
  • Participates in maintaining an adequate inventory of spare parts and supplies to ensure that there are no delays in repairs or replacements during normal maintenance
  • Conducts start-up and shut-down tours
  • Actively provide technical engineering support for on-site teams regarding operation, improvements, replacements, and/or upgrades for building systems and equipment.
  • Identify and recommend potential building systems-related projects.
  • Maintain equipment as needed and record performance data on equipment
  • Lead efforts involving preventative maintenance requirements, process improvements, standards review and troubleshooting, equipment selection, and service vendors.
  • Project management of capital projects such as major design changes, performance and process improvement changes, and reliability analysis and related improvements.
  • Participate in due diligence community evaluations to determine the condition of physical assets as well as making recommendations for improvements pertaining to processes or equipment.
  • Review and provide insights for new development including standards, building systems, existing conditions, equipment, and maintenance feasibility and logistics.
  • Participate throughout the building commissioning, startup, training, and acceptance processes.
  • Understand existing elevator and fire/life safety systems maintenance, making recommendation for process or capital improvements, and assisting in project management of modernization of any of these systems.
  • Maintain central systems with large mechanical assets including chillers, cooling towers, elevators, generators, fire systems, data centers, and critical environment
  • Buildings are open 24/7 so the candidate will need to be comfortable being on call 24/7

Qualifications:

Professional Experience:

  • Minimum 10 years of experience providing engineering support for systems in the real estate industry, preferably in multifamily high-rise properties, office buildings, shopping malls, or hotels, with a focus on central plant operations and overall major building systems
  • Minimum 5 years of experience with development, budgeting, and execution of capital improvement projects
  • Strong working knowledge of all building systems including but not limited to MEP, commissioning, life and fire safety, elevator modernization, HVAC, and other centralized systems
  • Experience with energy management systems as well as mitigating indoor air quality and other environmental issues
  • Strong creative, organizational, problem solving, and time-management skills, and the ability to take a project from start to finish with minimal supervision
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work well with tight deadlines and in a team environment

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent from four-year college, university, or technical school OR 10+ years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • EPA Universal Certification required
  • OSHA 10-hour Certificate
  • Stationary/Operator Engineers License preferred
  • Must have at least two or more of the following certifications:
    • NATE Core Service with Air Distribution Service Specialty
    • RSES Certificate Member (or any higher level)
    • HVAC Excellence Professional (light commercial air conditioning, gas heat, green awareness certification)
    • BOMA – Systems Maintenance Tech
    • SMA
    • SMT
  • Demonstrability experience

Computer Skills:

  • Intermediate to advanced computer and internet knowledge
  • Ability to fluently read and write English, accurately perform intermediate mathematical functions and use all on-site resident management software functions

Physical Demands:

  • Physical demands may include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. The team member will be regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and reach using feet, legs, back, arms, and hands. The team member may occasionally be required to climb. Specific vision requirements include the ability to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The team member will be required to work at a personal computer. Must possess the ability to detect auditory and/or visual alarms and be available to work extended/flexible hours and weekends as needed.

Special Requirements:

Learning and Development:

  • Maintain a commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth through our company’s continuing education programs

Attendance/Travel:

  • A Valid Driver’s License along with good driving record and auto insurance is required.
  • This position is a full-time position and does require the availability to be on call some nights, weekends, and occasional holidays. Regular attendance and active participation/planning at company functions and events is also required.

We’ve Got You Covered!

  • Medical, Dental & Vision. We offer a free PPO-HSA medical plan (with a $1,200 annual employer contribution) to all employees outside CA. In California, employees can choose between the free PPO-HSA and HMO plan. We cover 100% of the monthly premium costs for employee dental and vision. FSA & Dependent Care options are also available.
  • Retirement Plans. Prepare for retirement and ramp up your 401(k) savings with a 2% employer match. Eligible to enroll on the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
  • Group Life, Long-Term, and Short-Term Disability Insurance. We provide up to $25,000 of life insurance and AD&D coverage in case the unimaginable occurs.
  • Paid Holidays & Vacation. We offer a competitive amount of paid holidays in addition to anywhere from 2 – 4 weeks of paid vacation according to years of service. (Available after 90 days of full-time employment)
  • Sick Leave. We offer sick leave in compliance with state and local jurisdiction requirements.
  • Referral Bonuses. We provide $1,000 bonus for hires made through employee referrals.
  • Volunteer Time-Off. We offer up to 16 hours of volunteer time annually—8 hours for personal volunteer activities and 8 hours for company-sponsored events.
  • Employee Assistant Program (EAP). That includes Health Advocate and Travel Assistance Program.
  • Competitive Bonus & Commission Structures. We pride ourselves in recognizing hard work and goal achievement.
  • Opportunities for Advancement. We promote from within and provide extensive professional development training, reimbursement programs and exclusive scholarship opportunities.
  • Additional Perks. Including corporate shopping discounts, appliance discounts and lifestyle discounts.

At Trinity Property Consultants, we're dedicated to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves. We provide equal opportunities for all, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, or other protected classes. Recognizing diversity as a catalyst for innovation we embrace each individual's unique contributions and foster a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

Note: This job description includes the core responsibilities for Trinity Property Consultants. These duties may have slight modifications based on the regional location.

See more about our Company and benefits at: https://www.trinity-pm.com/join-our-team