Chief Engineer

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the daily leadership and operational management of the engineering team, ensuring all building systems and machinery are operated safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively. This role requires a high level of professionalism and a strong commitment to client satisfaction, with a focus on achieving 100% uptime and maintaining the long-term value of the client’s assets. Key responsibilities include implementing and managing a reliability-based maintenance program, overseeing equipment inspections, defining maintenance best practices, and continuously improving operational methods. The Chief Engineer will lead a team of technicians, ensuring proper execution of work orders, adherence to procedures, and successful adoption of new processes. They will also support training, develop SOPs, and use digital tools like Microsoft Teams and Outlook to manage work plans and maintenance schedules. This role involves close collaboration with the General Operations Manager on work planning, contractor and vendor management, job hazard assessments, and compliance oversight. The Chief Engineer will proactively identify and resolve issues, support cost-saving and efficiency initiatives, and help integrate new technologies to enhance operations. Initially, the Chief Engineer will oversee a team of approximately six technicians across multiple sites, including Mount Juliet, Smyrna, and Nashville. However, the role is expected to grow significantly over the next 6–12 months, expanding into a multi-site leadership position. The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of commercial facilities operations, strong regulatory compliance experience, and the ability to lead by example in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

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5-10 years in commercial facilities operations with a focus on industrial and mechanical systems
Experience with compressors, dock equipment, dock levelers, locks, overhead cranes, hydraulic equipment
Experience with general building repair - minor carpentry/door hardware/plumbing, etc.
Low Voltage electrical knowledge; 600V and below, 3 phase, single phase
Provel leadership or management experience in facilities or engineering operations
Soft Skills: ability to lead by example, strong professional communication skills, technically savvy (ability to develop and communicate SOPs, work & maintenance plans)

PE License
Universal EPA license
Experience with compliance and regulatory processes

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.