Chief Engineer

Job Overview

The Chief Engineering provides oversight of the maintenance department and is responsible for ensuring the working order of all mechanical equipment as well as repair and maintenance of the property. The primary focus is on engineering operations; including maintenance, repair of hotel property, outside grounds, hotel equipment, preventative maintenance, and asset protection. Will identify needs, organize staff and contractors and oversee the completion of the maintenance needs.

Hiring Requirements

Additional Information

• Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, & WORK EXPERIENCE

• • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Vocational or technical training in a specific maintenance trade.
  • Five years experience in hotel maintenance.
  • Previous supervisory experience of an engineering team.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
  • Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
  • Universal refrigerant license.
  • Ability to read wire and schematic diagrams.
  • Ability to properly use an electrical meter.
  • Working knowledge of the Federal and State regulations on HVAC, paint products, plumbing, and structural codes.  Also knowledge regarding proper disposal of engineering byproducts.
  • Working knowledge of OSHA standards and ability ensure staff and contractor adherence to standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• • Manages daily hotel facilities projects.
  • Responds to guest’s maintenance requests and questions and resolves their need efficiently.
  • Responsible for training, motivating, and supporting subordinate staff to ensure quality service.
  • Counsels, coaches, disciplines, and documents performance of staff. Recognizes and rewards superior performance. Conducts 90 day and annual reviews for all maintenance employees.
  • Sets work schedules for staff according to skill and workload level.
  • Organizes and participates in meetings and maintains records and data pertaining to Property Operations.
  • Plans implements and administers the PM Program.
  • Managers kitchen equipment repairs.
  • Participates in the development and monitoring of budget and capital projects.
  • Develops and monitors engineering supplies, parts, inventories, and administers the purchase order system.
  • Communicates information to the General Manager.
  • Responsible for correct use of office equipment and Life Safety Systems, (training will be provided) of the entire maintenance staff.
  • Oversees the payroll of the maintenance department staffing including Paid Time Off.
  • Arranges, monitors, and approves any outside contracting work. Coordinates work projects.
  • Keeping accurate records of all engineering material requirements.
  • Maintaining a high level of OSHA awareness in all areas
  • Attends all Manager meetings.