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Compass Group USA lists this CHIEF ENGINEER - 2ND SHIFT opportunity in florence, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Position Title: CHIEF ENGINEER - 2ND SHIFT
Pay Grade: 16
ESFM is the corporate facilities management (FM) division of Compass Group USA, a Gold-level Corporate Sustaining Partner of the International Facility Management Association (IFMA), and a Platinum Corporate Member of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE).
ESFM self-performs 80% of all FM services provided to clients. Our portfolio of solution categories includes Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, ESG Programming, Laboratory Support Services, Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning, Landscaping & Grounds Management, Workplace Solutions and Managed Services.
This self-performance model creates a consistent hospitality experience for clients, resulting in higher engagement and productivity from their employees. ESFM’s clients include many household names from the life sciences, technology, oil & gas and manufacturing markets.
Job Summary
TheChief Engineer serves as the on-site leader responsible for the operation, maintenance, and reliability of all building systems, with a strong focus on electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and critical infrastructure. This role provides technical leadership, hands-on oversight, and team management to ensure preventive and corrective maintenance activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with operational standards, while maintaining optimal facility performance and system uptime.
Working Schedule: Monday - Friday 3:00PM - 11:30PM Local Time (2nd Shift)
Key Responsibilities
Lead all aspects of IFM hard services delivery across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and critical infrastructure systems
Direct, manage, and develop a team of building engineers, technicians, and specialty contractors; establish clear roles, shift coverage, and accountability
Lead incident response, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for mechanical
Ensure reliable 24/7 operation of mission-critical systems through preventive and predictive maintenance programs
Own site-level KPIs, SLAs, and compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards
Manage vendor relationships, OEM coordination, and third-party service providers
Act as the primary engineering interface with client stakeholders and support operational reviews
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on uptime, efficiency, sustainability, and system resilience
Required Qualifications
7–10+ years of experience in facility engineering or mission-critical environments
Proven experience leading engineering teams or site operations
Strong technical knowledge of maintenance, electrical, plumbing.
Experience working in data center or high-reliability environments
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Background in Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) delivery
Experience with BMS/EPMS and CMMS platforms
Relevant technical certifications (mechanical or electrical)
Associates at ESFM are offered many fantastic benefits.
Medical
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Eurest Services maintains a drug-free workplace.
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Worksite address
florence, KY, 41022, US
Who can apply
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