Senior Maintenance Technician

About the role

The Senior Maintenance Technician oversees the efficient, safe and responsible operation of all building systems and equipment while also leading the engineering team. The selected candidate must have a minimum of five years of direct, hands‑on HVAC experience and demonstrated experience operating, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining critical building systems such as HVAC systems, exhaust fan units, boilers, and chillers. This position is based in Reno, NV and requires 100% onsite work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering team(s) through other senior engineers
• May manage multiple major construction projects
• Oversee the maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems
• Supervise and manage engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training, coaching and personal development
• Create and routinely update a documented plan that includes preventive, predictive and reactive maintenance procedures
• Participate regularly in client‑facing and property team communications
• Lead, create and manage engineering budget and participate in overall operating budget process
• Assist in the development of a capital improvement plan
• Select, schedule, supervise and direct contractors; monitor and document performance
• Respond effectively to emergencies and service calls
• Lead and organize ongoing technical, safety, and operational process training programs and procedures
• Other duties as requested by property management team and/or client

Requirements

• 5‑8 years of related experience, especially as a Chief Engineer, Assistant Chief Engineer or similar
• People management experience (leading a team)
• Trade school education, union training, military service or college is desirable
• Universal CFC EPA certification
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfort using ladders up to 30 feet tall
• Ability to frequently climb, bend, kneel, lift and/or drive
• Strong customer service and communication skills

Schedule

1st Shift / Morning Shift