Responsibilities
- Meet all operational standards related to the Engineering Department.
- Conduct walk-throughs and visually assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the hotel structure, systems and equipment.
- Establish and maintain Preventive Maintenance Program for Rooms and Public Areas and keep updated records.
- Act in concert with hotel management team and property General Manager.
- Hire, train, supervise, coach and counsel associates, including managers.
- Ensure grounds are maintained to create superior curb appeal.
- Implement hotel’s safety and emergency policies and procedures, including removing all safety hazards, following company’s OSHA Hazcom program and safe lifting techniques.
- Provide adequate inventory of parts, supplies, tools and materials for the department.
- Establish and maintain an efficient inventory and purchasing system.
- Maintain current permits and licenses for building and physical plant.
- Work and coordinate all activities with 3rd party vendors for physical plant and maintenance functions.
- Perform other duties as assigned, including those needed to participate in overall leadership of the hotel.
Requirements
- Previous hotel engineering experience required, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, commercial kitchen and general building construction.
- Must be able to read and interpret drawings, diagrams and blue prints.
- Read and understand test equipment and measuring devices.
- Ability to work in a standard office environment.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer (6-8 hours a day).
- Occasional standing and walking throughout the workday.
- Frequent fine motor skills, use of hands and fingers for keyboarding/typing, utilizing a mouse or trackpad, writing, and operating office equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, reach, or carry items.
- Ability to lift and/or move 10–25 pounds as needed.
- Visual ability to read from a computer screen and printed materials including close visual focus for extended periods and color differentiation.
- Ability to hear and participate in conversations and meetings, use phone and/or headset.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.
Skills
- Vocational training, associate’s degree, certification and/or apprenticeship in one or more area; state certification or licensure where required
- Strong business communication skills verbal and written
- Strong presentation skills and ability to train hourly staff members
- High work ethic and self-initiative
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suite
- Basic computational ability
- Focus and maintain attention to multiple tasks and priorities, and complete work assignments on time despite frequent interruptions, including in high pressure situations
- Ability to maintain excellent relationships with staff and maintain staff and guest confidentiality at all times
- Ability to converse calmly with upset associates, superiors and guests in intense emotional situations
- Ability to participate in, and lead departmental and/or hotel team meetings
- Understanding and adherence to Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) documents, as well as hotel safety procedures
Work Type
- In-Office Role
- Some travel may be required
- Regular attendance according to established guidelines
- May be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the property
Education Level
- Vocational training
- Associate's degree
- Certification
- Apprenticeship
Salary/Compensations
- $70 - $77 year
