Assistant Chief Engineer

Job Summary

As a Waterton Assistant Chief Engineer, you are an integral part of our mission “to provide a great place to live” for our residents. You will help maintain the physical condition of the community and equipment according to company guidelines and standards. The Assistant Chief Engineer conducts preventative maintenance, completes service requests, performs janitorial duties, and helps to maintain a hazard free community.  

Your Impact and Job Responsibilities

• Complete resident service requests and repairs in a professional and timely manner. Work with the Chief Engineer to provide supervision, direction, and guidance to all maintenance associates.


• Update, execute and document preventive maintenance schedule. Perform routine maintenance and repair on central and/or individual air conditioning units as authorized by the Chief Engineer.


• Prepare apartments for occupancy by effectively completing the make-ready process. This includes but is not limited to move-out/move-in inspections, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, appliance repairs, and preventive maintenance.


• Perform regular property inspections of grounds, buildings, and common areas to maintain safety and cleanliness standards- identify issues, hazardous conditions, or other maintenance needs within the community and correct or report to the Chief Engineer and Community Manager.


• Inform the Chief Engineer when inventory of supplies fall below required levels. Place purchase orders as directed by the Chief Engineer and Community Manager.


• Assist in maintaining the appearance and cleanliness of the community by ensuring grounds, amenities, exteriors, and common areas are free from debris.

What You’ll Bring- Desired Skills and Experience

• Ability to multi-task, stay organized, and meet deadlines


• Excellent customer service skills through respectful interactions and communications


• Strong problem-solving skills


• High school diploma or equivalent


• Experience in building maintenance, skilled trades, or comparable experience


• EPA-CFC Certification is required. An EPA-LBP Certification is required for any property older than 1978.

This is a Union position. Healthcare, retirement and other related benefits are provided through partnership with the Union.

Typical Base Pay Range: $26.00-$32.00 per hour

This pay range is base pay only and does not include any additional compensation or bonuses that this position may be eligible for. The pay range is approximate and the actual pay may vary depending on related work experience, certifications, education, and other job related factors.

About Waterton

Waterton has grown from very humble beginnings with one phone and two desks to the successful, nationally recognized real estate investment and property management firm it is today. As Waterton has evolved and grown, one thing has remained constant - the drive to achieve results by exceeding expectations.  For over 25 years Waterton remains passionate about delivering an incredible Resident Experience, which we believe is made possible by offering an extraordinary experience for our talented associates.  We value performance that delivers experiences that exceed expectations, coupled with an unwavering commitment to Investor, Guest, and Resident service excellence. Overall, we are a collection of people who strive daily to “find the good and leave it better”. 

Waterton welcomes all.

Waterton is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.  

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Waterton will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.