Chief Engineer

As a Chief Engineer at Affinity Management Services, you will be responsible for maintaining facilities, conducting routine maintenance inspections, coordinating repairs in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, selecting and managing outside vendors, and ensuring safety and security within our properties. Your role is crucial for preventing operational interruptions and facilitating smooth day-to-day operations.

To apply for the Chief Engineer position at Affinity Management Services, candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience in maintenance planning or plant engineering. Additionally, certification or practical experience in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or carpentry is preferred, as well as the ability to read technical documents like blueprints.

Candidates can expect great career growth opportunities at Affinity Management Services as a Chief Engineer. We promote a culture of self-development, offering specialized training and mentoring to help you achieve your career aspirations. Our organization values your contributions and provides pathways for advancement within the company.

Affinity Management Services fosters a positive working environment through its core values of teamwork, professionalism, and solutions-driven approaches. We encourage open communication, accountability, and collaboration among all team members, and we celebrate achievements that contribute to our mission of enhancing community living.

Chief Engineers at Affinity Management Services enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes fully paid medical insurance, voluntary dental and vision coverage, a 401(K) Plan after 90 days, paid time off, and access to a respectful and caring work environment that prioritizes personal and professional growth.

When asked about your facilities management and maintenance planning experience, highlight specific projects or systems you've managed, discussing your role in preventive maintenance and any challenges you've overcome. Use examples that showcase your organizational and strategic planning skills.

In response to prioritizing maintenance tasks, demonstrate your organizational skills and ability to assess urgency. Discuss how you use criteria like safety issues, resident impact, and the complexity of tasks to efficiently manage your workload.

To answer this question effectively, narrate a specific incident involving major equipment failure. Discuss the steps you took to diagnose the issue, how you coordinated repairs, managed vendor relations, and communicated with your team and residents.

Discuss your experience with vendor management by emphasizing your selection process, performance monitoring, and your communication style. Highlight your skills in negotiation and collaboration that help ensure work is completed to high standards.

Explain your familiarity with safety regulations and codes relevant to facilities management. Include examples of how you conduct inspections, train your team, and implement safety protocols to maintain a safe environment for all.

When asked about your organizational strategies, share tools or methods you use to track maintenance schedules, budget management, and project timelines. Highlight your use of digital resources or project management systems that streamline your workflow.

Detail your experience with budget management by explaining how you've tracked expenses, projected costs for upcoming projects, and identified cost-saving measures while ensuring high-quality service. Provide examples of successful budgeting in past roles.

Provide a strategic approach to conflict resolution, emphasizing your commitment to open communication and collaboration. Share a specific example of a past conflict and how you facilitated a resolution that worked for all parties involved.

When planning new construction or renovations, describe the detailed steps you follow, such as conducting feasibility studies, collaborating with architects and contractors, and integrating community specifications. Mention the importance of timeline management and budgeting.

Express your interest in working for Affinity Management Services by aligning your values with the company’s mission. Discuss your dedication to enhancing community living and how your skills will uniquely contribute to the goals of the organization.