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Assistant Engineer

ABM
Minneapolis, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 3 Jan 2025
💰 $72,000/yr($68,000/yr$72,000/yr)

About the role

ABM, a leading provider of integrated facility solutions, is looking for an Assistant Engineer.
The Assistant Engineer provides assistance with various maintenance projects including operating, maintaining, and inspecting facility equipment in accordance with written, posted and industry standards. Performs regular inspections and reports findings with recommendations to management.
ABM (NYSE: ABM) is a leading provider of facility solutions with revenues of approximately $6.4 billion and over 130,000 employees in 300 offices deployed throughout the United States and various international locations. ABM’s comprehensive capabilities include electrical & lighting, energy solutions, facilities engineering, HVAC & mechanical, janitorial, landscape & turf, mission critical solutions and parking, provided through stand-alone or integrated solutions. Founded in 1909, ABM provides custom facility solutions in urban, suburban and rural areas to properties of all sizes — from schools and commercial buildings to hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants and airports. The Company may require that the successful candidate hired for this position be fully-vaccinated for COVID-19, if and to the extent permitted by applicable law. The Company will make exceptions for medical, sincerely held religious belief, or other legally required exceptions.  
Under the supervision of Chief Engineer, directs the activities of engineering staff and associated service contractors required to provide maintenance of the buildings, grounds, and related fixed and portable equipment, minor construction, and equipment installation. Responsible for supporting the implementation and documentation of site safety plans and all ABM Engineering Services’ operational standards and guidelines, as well as site specific standards, policies and procedures relating to the engineering department.
Pay Rate: $34 – $36/hourThe pay listed is the hourly range for this position. Any specific offer will vary based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

Essential Functions

  • Provides management for engineering staff at the direction of the Chief Engineer.
  • Performs and administers the necessary preventive maintenance and operations work orders as well as provides applicable quality assurance inspections. Reports and collaborates with Chief Engineer on status and findings. Recommends improvements to the program and implements as directed.
  • Provides hands-on and classroom training for engineering staff and promotes an environment of learning and development.
  • Provides and manages stock levels on all engineering equipment and parts.
  • Schedule all activities of the Stationary Engineers and inspects work performed and materials used. Evaluates all work orders, assess priorities, and distributes them to responsible staff for action, monitor progress, and adjust resources to accommodate emergency maintenance requests.
  • Reviews incomplete work orders and informs requestor of schedule changes. Provide regular reports to the Chief Engineer regarding any scheduled work delayed for parts, emergencies, or other reasons.
  • Schedule engineers for regular workdays, holidays, and vacation relief.
  • Prepares labor and material purchase requisitions and distributes for approval.
  • Maintain self-improvement program and keep abreast of new equipment, standards, codes, maintenance procedures and emergency response regarding hazardous materials.
  • Consistently maintain appearance that is appropriate, safe, and in accordance with ABM Engineering Services standards. Always display clean and visible identification.
  • Demonstrates commitment to quality of service.
  • Complies with ABM Engineering Services and site-specific policies and procedures.

Qualifications

  • Experience that is commensurate with the specific facility for the position of Assistant Chief Engineer.
  • Prefer 3+ years progressive operations experience.
  • Strong employee relation skills, coaching skills, and training skills.
  • As required, highest-level relevant state/local license for stationary engineer and/or HVAC, plus universal level refrigerant recovery license.
  • BOMA accredited courses desirable.
  • Preferred: High-rise Fire Safety Director, Haz-Mat Certification, Indoor Air Quality Certification, LEED Certification.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Computer skills and building automation systems experience required.
  • Certification meeting OSHA ACM awareness training requirements as required.
  • Working knowledge of energy conservation required, formal training preferred.
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