We are looking for Assistant Chief Engineer to join our Team!
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for the repair and maintenance of industrial washers, dryers, boilers, compressors, conveyors, and other equipment. The Assistant Chief Engineer supports the Chief Engineer in administering and directing the entire Maintenance Department, equipment, building, and grounds.
MAIN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage and train maintenance staff, maintaining all safety policies and good housekeeping.
- Diagnose, rebuild, and repair equipment; perform inspections and preventive maintenance of equipment.
- Prepare and maintain records and reports.
- Troubleshoot, install minor equipment, analyze and repair complex mechanical and electrical faults, including compressed air operated machines with little supervision.
- Read blueprints and electrical/electronic schematics.
- Order parts by cross-referencing to local vendors.
- Periodically evaluate the performance of staff, recommending appropriate action such as promotions, disciplinary issues, and terminations.
- Conduct tests, inspections, and analyze problems encountered using logic and technical skills to repair equipment as quickly and efficiently as possible.
- Ensure safety metrics are of the highest priority.
- Ensure strict compliance with all safety standards pertaining to DOT, HAZMAT, and OSHA regulations with regards to training and the wearing of PPE.
- Suggest and develop training methods to improve the efficiency and productivity of the maintenance team.
- Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- 5 years or more of supervisory experience, and 5 years or more of laundry industry experience.
- Must have a Chicago stationary engineer license.
- Multilingual highly desirable.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
- Strong leadership skills, proactive, decisive, problem solver able to think outside the box to create strategies in a changing environment with no supervision.
- Strong work ethic, highly independent, and goal-oriented.
- Possess strong safety awareness.
- Flexible schedule including days/nights, weekends, and holidays.
COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS/JOB SPECIFIC SKILLS:
- Computer literate.
- Comprehensive knowledge of overall department functions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Motivated individual with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Physical/Mental Requirements:
Industrial atmosphere may expose individuals to extreme temperatures, noise levels, and stressful conditions.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
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