Chief Building Engineer

Overview

Oversee property maintenance, staff, budget, and safety to ensure resident satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• preventative maintenance
• hvac repair
• electrical repair
• plumbing repair
• work orders
• budget management

Tasks

-Oversee the maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of the community, including ensuring compliance with fire and safety codes and overseeing construction projects. Promptly reporting employee injuries is also part of this role. -Supervise and ensure the proper maintenance of the property and grounds. This includes safely directing maintenance staff and developing a highly skilled team of Maintenance Technicians. -May occasionally be required to lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. Occasionally lifting heavier items with assistance of team members or lifting equipment -Process purchase orders (POs) and invoices to keep costs under control. -Implement preventative maintenance plans, being on call for after-hours emergencies, and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and safety laws. This includes conducting regular property inspections and maintaining a safe, drug, and alcohol-free workplace. -Actively mentor and train maintenance team members to enhance their skills and knowledge, fostering a highly skilled team capable of delivering efficient and effective maintenance services. -Maintain the property's operating budget and secure competitive bids for supplies and services. -Regularly liaise with the property manager, respond to maintenance emergencies, and follow up with customers to ensure their satisfaction. Maintain meticulous records and provide cost-saving initiatives for review. -Review and prioritize work orders to ensure timely completion and resident satisfaction. Manage the work order process efficiently and maintain records in the computer software. -May be required to push or pull items and reach overhead -Troubleshooting and repair various systems, such as HVAC, electrical, and plumbing, to maintain the property's functionality.

Requirements

• driver's license
• epa cert
• cpo
• microsoft office
• power tools
• maintenance exp

What You Bring

-Valid driver’s license – Required -Must be able to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse and other office equipment -May be required to bend, stoop or kneel -Must be able to operate various maintenance tools including power tools, ladders and lifts. -CPO – Preferred -High school diploma or GED – Preferred -May require dexterity of hands and fingers and ability to grasp tools -May require working in confined spaces, heights and potentially hazardous areas -EPA certification required -A minimum of one year of supervisory experience – Preferred -Must be able to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer -Microsoft Office Suite, Project Management -Must be able to see to perform inspections, read blueprints and schematics and read computer screens -Must be able to hear to detect sounds indicating potential issues, such as machinery noises or alarms -Two years of multifamily maintenance experience and/or training; or a combination of education and experience will be considered. -Must be able to walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders and access various areas of the property

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Benefits

-401(k) with robust company match -Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans -Comprehensive healthcare coverage available for all full-time, regular associates -Weekly pay for all associates working onsite at an apartment community -Paid time off plus floating holidays and volunteer days -Ancillary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance -Employer-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs -Discounted Perks (Costco membership, movie tickets, health & wellness, entertainment & travel discounts)

About Rpm Living

-Three core service lines—hands‑on property management, strategic investments, and development—work together seamlessly. -Typical projects include conventional, senior, and affordable multifamily communities, often with value-add and lease-up cycles. -The award-winning Olmsted brand showcases their development chops, earning national recognition for design and community focus.

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Security Clearance

-employment contingent upon successful completion of a background check.