Chief Engineer

Copper River Infrastructure Services is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Engineer to oversee and coordinate the workers who maintain and repair electrical, plumbing, ventilation, refrigeration, and other building systems within the property.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, as well as extensive knowledge of building automation systems (BAS). The Chief Engineer will lead a team of skilled technicians, manage vendor relationships, and ensure the building's infrastructure is operating at peak performance.

Essential Job Functions:

• Work with the Facilities Manager and Museum team to evaluate needs for all work requests-both scheduled and unscheduled-as well as any special projects that arise or affect the museum MEP.

• Coordinate and follow up on preventative maintenance on refrigeration units, plumbing, electrical, overhead doors, and any other mechanical systems, while overseeing all building systems including fire/life safety, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical issues; must remain current with latest HVAC technology trends.

• Monitors all equipment associated within the Facility through the use of the Building Automation System (BAS)

• Coordinate repairs by both in-house staff and vendors/subcontractors with the government.
• Ensure scheduling of subcontracted Building Engineers, at the museum, meet or exceed the client requirements.
• Participate in the monthly operational testing of the emergency generators.

• Participate in the weekly operational testing of the fire pumps.
• Ability to plan, organize, and meet project deadlines

• Ability to work on several projects simultaneously and prioritize work, as required
• Demonstrate advanced working knowledge of building engineering and all associated systems
• Ability to read, review, and understand blueprints and building drawings.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Shall have an availability to work flexible hours as required in response to emergency
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, CMMS and project tracking software
• Shall be available for emergency contact by phone twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week, 365 days a year
• Attend weekly safety meetings. Effectively communicate topics to second and third shifts.
• Follow and implement the corporate and site-specific Lock Out Tag Out policies and procedures.
• Obtain OSHA 30 General Industry Safety and Health certification.
• Coordinate and assist in repairs involving basic electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
• Participate and coordinate annual scheduling and execution of the MEP, Fire and Life Safety, and Elevator inspections as directed by the Facility Manager, and Copper River Leadership, and Government Clients. Responsible for 100% Compliance at his/her site.
• Utility Management such as tracking use, consumption, cost, reporting, comparison models, sub-metering, budgeting, variances as directed by Management and/or Leadership.
• Conduct regular Safety inspections with subcontractors of building systems and equipment; identify and resolve issues.
• Develop, implement, and maintain an effective preventive and predictive maintenance program for task scheduling, routines, and performance. Program to include procedures for annual, semi-annual, quarterly, monthly and other scheduled maintenance as provided by the manufacturer's recommendations and/or industry best practices.
• Develop and maintain effective building-specific maintenance and safety procedure manuals.
• Coordinate development of and/or maintain an Operations Document Library, including but not limited to construction plans, structural plans, as-built drawings, MEP schedules, line diagrams and schematics, equipment and operation manuals, start up and commissioning documents, and equipment warranties
• Formulate and conduct building-related systems and equipment training
• Maintain ongoing communication with Facility Manager, Project Managers, clients, and vendors
• Develop specifications and assist in solicitation, administration, execution, and performance of maintenance/ repair service contracts
• May assist in solicitation and acquisition of new management contracts and projects

Essential Job Requirements:

• Education:
  • Bachelor degree or higher in mechanical or electrical engineering Preferred
• Required Knowledge/Experience
  • 8-10 years as a Chief Mechanical Engineer or similar experience
• Preferred Knowledge/Experience
  • OSHA 30
  • Strong analytical skills and proven organizational ability and attention to detail is a must
  • Must be a self-starter, proactive, flexible, and deadline-focused
  • Must demonstrate competency in other disciplines such as HVAC, plumbing and/or electrical through a combination of education, professional registration and experience.
  • An industry certification from the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) CFM, FMP and /or SFP, Building Owners and Managers (BOMI), and/or Association for Facilities Engineering (AFE) are highly desirable.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Air conditioning and Heat pump Professional/ Certification
  • Certified Maintenance Manager (CMM)

• Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift 20-50 pounds and work in confined spaces
• Other Responsibilities:
  • Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of the department/contract as assigned

Position Pay Range

$80,000-$120,000 USD

About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:

Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration's (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE's ability to facilitate economic advancement.

The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.

Copper River's Culture

The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match
• Open leave policy and paid holidays
• Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, regular associates at Copper River.

Disclaimer:

The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.