Chief Engineer Manager

Shared Hospital Services

Portsmouth, VA

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Portsmouth, VA
POSTED
20 days ago

Are your career minded, have detail to attention, sense of urgency and demonstrate leadership skills. We are looking for a Chief Engineer Manager that can lead by example, create a teamwork atmosphere and help continue to grow the company.

 

This position will often require hours beyond a standard work and is paid a competitive wage depending on experience. It also offers medical/dental insurance, company paid life insurance/STD, LTD, company matched up to 6% 401k retirement plan and earned paid time off benefits.

 

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Our Company was founded with the mission to achieve and maintain, through a system of laundry/linen management, and unequaled level of measurable quality and productivity in the services and delivery of laundry/linen services. Our commitment to providing service that is second-to-none requires that we hire and retain employees with a proven record of success. That is why we offer the best possible work conditions, nice compensation packages, and numerous incentives to our employees.

 

Shared Hospital Services is seeking a Chief Engineer Manager to own the reliability, safety, and performance of our plant operations in a high‑standards healthcare laundry environment. This role is ideal for a disciplined engineering professional who enjoys clear responsibility, structured problem‑solving, and measurable results.​

Why this role will appeal to you

  • You like understanding exactly how a system works end‑to‑end and keeping it running at peak efficiency.
  • You prefer clear expectations, defined processes, and data‑driven decisions over guesswork.
  • You take pride in compliance, documentation, and doing things right the first time.
  • You value an environment where your technical judgment and thoroughness are trusted.

Role overview

You will be the technical authority for plant engineering, maintenance, and facility systems, ensuring our operation is mechanically sound, compliant, and running at maximum efficiency. You will lead a team of maintenance and janitorial staff, set standards, and ensure that preventative maintenance and regulatory requirements are consistently met.

Core systems include:

  • Electrical and electronics
  • Plumbing
  • Heating and air conditioning
  • Computerized monitoring and control systems
  • High‑pressure steam boiler systems
  • Other specialized production equipment

You will be accountable for:

  • Mechanical reliability and uptime
  • Safety and regulatory compliance (OSHA, NFPA, DEQ, etc.)
  • Maintenance budget adherence and cost control
  • Inventory and parts management
  • Staff development and performance​

What you will do

  • Direct and coordinate the work of maintenance mechanics; inspect and verify the quality of completed work
  • Provide hands‑on support in diagnosing and resolving machinery and equipment malfunctions using a systematic, root‑cause approach
  • Maintain and continuously improve the preventative maintenance program to minimize downtime and unexpected failures​
  • Train maintenance and janitorial personnel on safety and regulatory standards, including Lock‑Out/Tag‑Out, Right‑to‑Know, and Confined Space procedures
  • Plan and manage shift schedules to ensure reliable maintenance coverage for plant operations​
  • Manage the maintenance budget, including purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoices, with attention to detail and cost discipline
  • Conduct annual equipment evaluations and make data‑supported recommendations to the General Manager for capital investments and replacements
  • Oversee janitorial services, waste streams, and fire‑prevention measures to maintain a safe, compliant facility.
  • (This list reflects primary responsibilities and is not exhaustive.)

What you bring

  • Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematic drawings, and diagrams accurately
  • At least five years of experience in building maintenance and operations, preferably in an industrial, healthcare, or production environment
  • Demonstrated management and administrative skills, including clear written and oral communication for work orders, reports, and procedures
  • Solid basic computer skills to work with monitoring systems, maintenance records, and documentation
  • Extensive knowledge of safety and regulatory standards, including Lock‑Out/Tag‑Out, Right‑to‑Know, and Confined Space regulations​
  • Physical ability to stand, walk, climb, squat, kneel, reach, bend, and twist as required for inspections and hands‑on work; normal vision (including color) and hearing​

The kind of person who succeeds here

  • Detail‑oriented and systematic; you prefer checklists, standard work, and well‑maintained records.
  • Calm and steady under pressure; you focus on facts, not drama, when issues arise.
  • Highly responsible; you follow through on commitments and expect others to do the same.
  • Comfortable holding clear standards for safety, quality, and performance, and addressing gaps in a direct, fair way.

If you are a disciplined engineering leader who wants clear accountability, a stable environment, and the opportunity to improve systems over time, we invite you to apply.

 

Note: The descriptions listed above are general in nature and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and/or responsibilities.






Must pass a background check and drug screening test prior to hire

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Shared Hospital Services