Chief Engineer (Facilities Operations and Maintenance)

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$48.00 - $54.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.

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Step into a high-impact leadership role supporting critical federal facilities in downtown Austin! This opportunity is with a well-established facilities management organization that specializes in operating and maintaining large, complex government buildings, offering long-term stability, union benefits, and hands-on technical leadership. They are seeking a Chief Engineer (Facilities Operations and Maintenance) in Austin, who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment and enjoys leading by example while staying technically engaged in the work.

Qualifications and responsibilities for this Chief Engineer (Facilities Operations and Maintenance) position include:

  • EPA Universal Certification and A/C Refrigeration Operator Certificate with hands-on HVAC experience
  • Supervising and leading a team of engineers and general labor staff while completing hands-on work orders as needed
  • Operating, maintaining, and repairing HVAC, boilers, chillers, pumps, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
  • Overseeing preventative and corrective maintenance for facilities totaling 300,000+ square feet
  • Monitoring and troubleshooting BAS and automation systems including Niagara Tridium and JACE
  • Managing maintenance activities through CMMS and supporting reporting to the Project Manager
  • Conducting critical equipment condition assessments and ensuring safety and compliance
  • Supporting operations across three federal buildings, including facilities connected by an underground tunnel

Salary: $48.00 - $54.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Benefits: This full-time, permanent, direct-hire position offers great benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, pet insurance, a union pension plan, paid time off with vacation and sick leave accrual, bi-weekly pay, call-in pay, and an additional $6.00 per hour Health & Welfare benefit (up to 40 hours).

DAVRON is the leading Headhunter and Executive Search firm for Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Manufacturing professionals nationwide. Our recruiters have direct communication with hiring managers allowing us to get you in front of company decision makers. You also receive one-on-one interview preparation and insider coaching from staffing experts to help you every step of the way. We want to see you thrive in challenging work environments that bring you excitement and prosperity in your career!

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Are you ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a challenging work environment? If so, apply today and let's see where this opportunity can take you!

CHIEF ENGINEER | FACILITIES ENGINEER | STATIONARY ENGINEER | UNION POSITION | HVAC MAINTENANCE | BUILDING AUTOMATION SYSTEMS | NIAGARA TRIDIUM | BOILERS & CHILLERS | FEDERAL FACILITIES | COMMERCIAL MAINTENANCE | AUSTIN TEXAS

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