Job Title: Operating Engineer for a Chief EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Operating Engineer who will operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility equipment across all systems. The ideal candidate will demonstrate technical expertise in one craft area such as Electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, or Central Utility Plant Operations, while being multi-skilled in other areas to successfully complete daily and weekly work assignments.

ResponsibilitiesPerform maintenance, monitoring, and repairs on Mechanical, Plumbing, Structural, Furniture, Fire Life Safety, and Control systems to ensure the facility and building systems meet applicable standards.Maintain responsibility for facility services, preventative maintenance, purchasing and inventory control, contracted maintenance, general maintenance, and technical proficiency.Conduct maintenance of equipment, including cleaning, inspecting, calibrating, and changing parts to maintain HVAC systems and associated equipment at optimum performance levels.Record readings and make necessary adjustments to ensure proper operation of equipment.Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials, and maintain a clean and safe workplace.Perform periodic checks of tool and instrument inventory.Monitor the quality and pricing of maintenance work performed by outside contractors.Comply with all safety procedures and maintain good housekeeping and safety of work areas, recognizing danger and safety hazards, and proposing methods to eliminate them.Essential SkillsHigh School Diploma or Equivalent10 years of experience in maintaining and repairing commercial building systemsAbility to analyze the operation of Commercial or Industrial Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions, and take corrective actionEPA 608 Type II CertificationWorking knowledge of computer applications, including Word and ExcelAdditional Skills & QualificationsEPA 608 Universal Certification is preferredTwo years of trades schooling in electrical system design, refrigeration, and HVACPrevious chief engineer management or higher education experience is a plusWhy Work Here?

Join a dynamic team where your skills in facility maintenance and technical expertise are valued and rewarded. Benefit from opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive work environment.

Work Environment

The position offers a Monday to Friday schedule from 7 am to 4 pm, with free onsite parking. The work environment includes a blend of technical and practical tasks, ensuring a varied and engaging workday. The role requires compliance with safety procedures and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Nashville, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $52.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 12, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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