Waterton · 11 hours ago
Chief Engineer
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$36/hr - $45/hr
5+ years expWaterton is a nationally recognized real estate investment and management firm that is passionate about delivering an incredible Resident Experience. The Chief Engineer will safeguard the interests of the owners by maintaining the physical condition of property and equipment, directing the service team, and ensuring compliance with company standards.
Financial ServicesProperty ManagementReal Estate
Responsibilities
You will ensure service requests are assigned to appropriate service technician and completed professionally and accurately within twenty-four (24) hours, which may include scheduling an appropriate vendor if necessary
You will update, execute and document preventive maintenance schedule on a regular basis and advise Community Manager of outstanding items
You will perform regular property inspections to ensure compliance with established standards regarding the grounds, risk management, safety, cleanliness and general appearance, including cleanliness and landscaping management
As the manager, you will plan and direct the activities of the service team
You will partner with the Community Manager regarding all aspects of the employment cycle – recruitment, hiring, orientation, training and development, performance management and discipline in accordance with company policies and procedures
As a “front line” employee who interacts very regularly with our residents, you will work to establish and maintain good relations with residents, prospective residents, all customers, vendors and co-workers
You and your team will ensure apartments are ready for occupancy by overseeing and scheduling all facets of the make-ready process in accordance with leasing needs and as outlined in the Waterton Residential Standards of Performance
Assist Community Manager in preparing the property’s budget for normal maintenance operations and recommend property upgrades and capital improvements
You will also help make recommendations for capital improvement projects
You and your team will maintain life safety equipment including but not limited to fire pumps, sprinklers, emergency generators, fire panels, smoke detectors, CO detectors, etc., including testing equipment as required
You will ensure there is a safe, clean and organized work environment (i.e. shop, pool maintenance room, storage areas)
You will utilize all reasonable safety measures and precautions and require Associates to do the same
You’ll be an excellent teammate who helps create and deliver departmental and organizational goals, including sharing best practices on process improvement, refining and introducing new Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
Qualification
Required
Minimum of five (5) years of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, drywall repairs, carpentry, and/or pool/spa maintenance experience
Minimum of two years' supervisory experience or equivalent is required
High School Diploma or equivalent
EPA-CFC Certification
EPA-LBP certification is required for any property older than 1978
Ability to manage relationships and build rapport with others
Ability to motivate others
Ability to manage human resources concerns at the site level
Sharp eye for hiring, engaging and retaining top maintenance talent
Experienced user of Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word and Outlook
Experience with property management software like Yardi
Ability to adapt as the situation warrants
Ability to focus on multiple deadlines and change as the demands and fast pace requires
Very strong project management skills
Strong time and project management skills
Ability to focus on the smallest details while keeping the larger process running effectively
Ability to meet and juggle tight deadlines
Demonstrate tact and empathy when dealing with Resident and Associate concerns
Ability to resolve concerns quickly while maintaining a focus on customer service
Benefits
Healthcare
Retirement and other related benefits are provided through partnership with the Union
Company
Waterton
Waterton is a real estate investment and property management company.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Almanac Realty Investors
2022-05-20Private Equity
Leadership Team
David Schwartz
CEO and Chairman
Recent News
ReviewJournal
2025-11-27
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