You should have relevant engineering experience, strong leadership skills, and a background in facilities management, along with knowledge of building systems and maintenance practices.

You will assist in overseeing engineering operations, ensuring maintenance, managing staff, and coordinating projects to optimize facility performance and safety standards.

United States

Lebanon

Large

Cushman & Wakefield is a global real estate services firm that offers a comprehensive range of services, including property, facilities, project management, leasing, capital markets, and valuation. The company aims to deliver exceptional value to clients by providing strategic advice and tailored solutions to maximise the potential of real estate assets. Cushman & Wakefield's goal is to drive sustainable growth and create innovative, client-centric strategies that address the evolving needs of the real estate market.

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 Job Title Assistant Chief Engineer
 
 Job Description Summary Responsible to assist the Chief Engineer with the planning, implementation, coordination, and supervision of mechanical operations, maintenance, communications, energy management, and manpower development programs for assigned properties. The Assistant Chief Engineer will perform at the highest of ethical standards, reflecting the core values of C&amp;W as defined in its Business Code of Conduct, Policies and Procedures Manual, and other related company policies. The position typically requires hands-on operational duties, maintenance work, and is not precluded from performing Watch Activity.
 Job Description
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 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>Supervises maintenance staff in the absence of the Chief Engineer and assigns and monitors maintenance projects for them</li>
 <li>Assists with maintenance/engineering issues (plumbing, HVAC, electrical) as required</li>
 <li>Remains proficient in the C&amp;W Engineering Standards and all operational aspects of building systems</li>
 <li>Provides for quality assurance by creating and implementing preventive maintenance programs and recommending improvements to existing programs on an ongoing basis</li>
 <li>Develops/maintains effective building-specific maintenance and safety procedure manuals</li>
 <li>Coordinates/Conducts staff training</li>
 <li>Completes all mandatory C&amp;W Compliance Training, including the Annual Safety Training Program and directs staff subordinates to do so as well</li>
 <li>Coordinates maintenance efforts with outside contractors and technicians</li>
 <li>Conducts regular inspections of operating mechanical, electrical, and equipment systems; makes necessary adjustments to operating equipment and controls</li>
 <li>Conducts periodic inspections of mechanical equipment rooms and work areas to ensure clean and safe conditions are maintained</li>
 <li>Ensures all mechanical equipment, systems, and electrical distribution are properly identified, labeled, color-coded and/or tagged as required, and that mechanical rooms are painted</li>
 <li>Ensures all mechanical equipment rooms are painted and identified as required</li>
 <li>Responds quickly to emergency situations (i.e. fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and customer concerns</li>
 <li>Maintains ongoing communication with tenants, clients, property management, and vendors</li>
 <li>Assists with the administration of inventory control programs and systems</li>
 <li>Coordinates development of and/or maintain as-built drawings, equipment manuals</li>
 <li>Participates in and provide input for maintenance staff’s year-end reviews conducted by the Chief Engineer</li>
 <li>Prepares and maintains engineering reports</li>
 <li>Ensures compliance with applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives as it relates to building operations</li>
 </ul>
 KEY COMPETENCIES
 
 <ul>
 <li>Communication Proficiency (oral and written)</li>
 <li>Organization Skills</li>
 <li>Technical Proficiency</li>
 <li>Decision Making</li>
 <li>Problem Solving/Analysis</li>
 </ul> IMPORTANT EDUCATION
 
 <ul>
 <li>High School Diploma or GED Equivalent</li>
 </ul>
 IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE
 
 <ul>
 <li>5+ years of related work experience in a commercial property setting</li>
 </ul>
 ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
 
 <ul>
 <li>Vocational/Technical Training Certificate</li>
 <li>Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses</li>
 <li>Certification as a Universal Technician for CFC’s</li>
 <li>Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record with periodic checks</li>
 <li>Proficient in the use of computer systems</li>
 <li>May be only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments); may require shift work and/or on call duties</li>
 <li>Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel &amp; Word</li>
 </ul> WORK ENVIRONMENT
 This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.
 
 PHYSICAL DEMANDS
 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
 
 <ul>
 <li>Must have ability to stoop, stand, climb, frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices</li>
 <li>Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine</li>
 <li>Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work</li>
 <li>Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you</li>
 <li>Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing</li>
 <li>Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics</li>
 </ul>
 AAP/EEO STATEMENT
 C&amp;W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
 OTHER DUTIES
 This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice
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 Cushman &amp; Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
 
 The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
 
 The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
 
 The compensation for the position is: $44.52 - $44.52
 Cushman &amp; Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman &amp; Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
 
 In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman &amp; Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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 Job Title Assistant Chief Engineer
 
  Job Description Summary Responsible to assist the Chief Engineer with the planning, implementation, coordination, and supervision of mechanical operations, maintenance, communications, energy management, and manpower development programs for assigned properties. The Assistant Chief Engineer will perform at the highest of ethical standards, reflecting the core values of C&W as defined in its Business Code of Conduct, Policies and Procedures Manual, and other related company policies. The position typically requires hands-on operational duties, maintenance work, and is not precluded from performing Watch Activity.
  Job Description
 
   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
   
   
  
   Supervises maintenance staff in the absence of the Chief Engineer and assigns and monitors maintenance projects for them
   Assists with maintenance/engineering issues (plumbing, HVAC, electrical) as required
   Remains proficient in the C&W Engineering Standards and all operational aspects of building systems
   Provides for quality assurance by creating and implementing preventive maintenance programs and recommending improvements to existing programs on an ongoing basis
   Develops/maintains effective building-specific maintenance and safety procedure manuals
   Coordinates/Conducts staff training
   Completes all mandatory C&W Compliance Training, including the Annual Safety Training Program and directs staff subordinates to do so as well
   Coordinates maintenance efforts with outside contractors and technicians
   Conducts regular inspections of operating mechanical, electrical, and equipment systems; makes necessary adjustments to operating equipment and controls
   Conducts periodic inspections of mechanical equipment rooms and work areas to ensure clean and safe conditions are maintained
   Ensures all mechanical equipment, systems, and electrical distribution are properly identified, labeled, color-coded and/or tagged as required, and that mechanical rooms are painted
   Ensures all mechanical equipment rooms are painted and identified as required
   Responds quickly to emergency situations (i.e. fire, evacuation, equipment failure, etc.) and customer concerns
   Maintains ongoing communication with tenants, clients, property management, and vendors
   Assists with the administration of inventory control programs and systems
   Coordinates development of and/or maintain as-built drawings, equipment manuals
   Participates in and provide input for maintenance staff’s year-end reviews conducted by the Chief Engineer
   Prepares and maintains engineering reports
   Ensures compliance with applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives as it relates to building operations
  
   KEY COMPETENCIES
   
  
   Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
   Organization Skills
   Technical Proficiency
   Decision Making
   Problem Solving/Analysis
   IMPORTANT EDUCATION
   
  
   High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
  
   IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE
   
  
   5+ years of related work experience in a commercial property setting
  
   ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
   
  
   Vocational/Technical Training Certificate
   Appropriate license/permit for trade as may be required, i.e. Journeyman or Master Electrician License or City Licenses
   Certification as a Universal Technician for CFC’s
   Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record with periodic checks
   Proficient in the use of computer systems
   May be only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments); may require shift work and/or on call duties
   Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word
   WORK ENVIRONMENT
   This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.
   
   PHYSICAL DEMANDS
   The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
   
  
   Must have ability to stoop, stand, climb, frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices
   Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine
   Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work
   Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
   Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing
   Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics
  
   AAP/EEO STATEMENT
   C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
   OTHER DUTIES
   This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice
 
  
  Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
  
  The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
  
  The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
  
  The compensation for the position is: $44.52 - $44.52
  Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
 
  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.



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