Want to join a mid-sized company that puts people first in support of important customer requirements? NVE is seeking talented individuals to join our team in our mission to partner with the United States government to maximize the value of its facilities. Our employees are critical to our overall success, and our diversity makes us stronger and more creative for the agencies we serve.  NVE has been in business for over 20 years and we have a history of outstanding contract performance. With over 370 employees worldwide, growth and innovation in the federal space remains one of our top priorities. 

Our lines of business include Integrated Facility Services, Global Security, and Program Support. NVE has developed an excellent reputation with our Federal and Commercial clientele for our technical expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction.

NVE Inc. is seeking a Chief (Site Supervisor) in support of an operations and maintenance (O&M) contract in Memphis, TN. The Chief shall be on-site from 7:00am to 4:00pm, Monday-Friday and at any other times required to effectively manage all contract work. Candidate shall be journeyman level capable of operating the chiller and boiler plant and associated equipment, as well as knowledgeable in electrical systems.  Shall be responsible for making all critical decisions for contract operations in the absence of the Project Manager. As a minimum, the Chief shall possess at least four (4) years of recent experience (within the past 7 years) in operating and maintaining facilities and as a supervisor directing personnel responsible for accomplishment of similar operations, maintenance and repair work of equal or greater complexity than this facility (>900K SF of office and data center space). This includes but is not limited to experience in accomplishing preventive maintenance management and repairs to the following types of systems with similar rated capacities: UPS Systems; Large Chiller Plants; Low Pressure Boilers; Computerized fire alarm systems; Emergency Generators; High Voltage Switchgear; Computerized Building Automation Systems.

Essential Job Functions:

• Chief Engineer is responsible for determining work methods, trade techniques, equipment and materials to be used in accomplishing assignments for personnel under their supervision.
• Assign work to subordinates utilizing Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to maintain building operations
• Provide Quality Control services for the work of subordinates and subcontractors to ensure maximum efficiency, economy, and quality of work performed
• Perform diagnostic and repairs on building systems
• Prepare work schedules
• Train, or arrange for training of employees in the proper maintenance of building systems
• Coordinate and schedule maintenance and repair work on a daily basis to provide on-time delivery of contract requirements

Experience and Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in a combination of trades/skills (i.e. electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and general building maintenance.
• Experience in technical operations in facility management systems and/or service industry to include working, coordinating, supervising, and planning mechanical/electrical maintenance functions.
• Experience with office buildings and data center environments a must.
• Ability to read Architectural and Manufacturing blueprints and generate design concepts using available tools.
• Capable with basic office equipment to include cell phone, tablet, telephone, fax and copy scanner.
• Basic knowledge and use of Microsoft Suite of products including Excel, Outlook, and Word is desired.
• Functional knowledge of Building Automation Systems and monitoring controls.
• Journeyman License (must be maintained for continued employment)
• OSHA 30 desired
• An existing HSPD-12 Determination for Work Highly Desired

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)