Chief Engineer

Job overview

The Chief Engineer role is onsite in Chicago, IL, and pays $72,000–$74,000 per year. The position oversees property maintenance operations and maintenance staff, supporting resident service and property upkeep. The role coordinates work orders, preventive maintenance, repairs, unit turnovers, contractors, and emergency response. By supervising staff and maintaining building systems and property conditions, the Chief Engineer helps ensure timely maintenance and safe, functional housing.

What you'll do

• Oversee and assign daily work to maintenance and janitorial staff
• prioritize work orders and ensure timely completion
• establish maintenance schedules
• supervise contractors and projects
• maintain inventory
• train and guide staff
• establish preventive maintenance schedules
• perform and oversee plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, appliance, and general property repairs
• monitor unit turnovers and property conditions
• maintain key control and security procedures
• participate in the rotational 24-hour on-call schedule
• assist at other properties as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

chief engineer

property maintenance

chicago il

hhdc

$72,000–$74,000/year

union-represented

maintenance leadership

hvac

plumbing

electrical repairs

24-hour on-call rotation

evening work

weekend work

seiu local 1

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Union-represented position; rotational 24-hour on-call schedule; evening, weekend, and emergency work is required; travel between properties may be required.

About the employer

HHDC is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Property Managers. Sector: 53.