Chief Engineer

REPORTS TO: General Manager

STATUS: Exempt

ANTICIPATED SHIFT: Minimum of 45 hrs/ Wk

UNIFORM: Designated Engineering Uniform.

JOB SUMMARY: The Chief Engineer is responsible for the general maintenance and upkeep of the entire property, specialty projects, and preventative maintenance of guest rooms and equipment with a proficiency in electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and plumbing.

Physical abilities:

• Standing for extended periods of time
• Walking for extended periods of time
• Crouching (Bend at knees)
• Stooping (Bend at waist)
• Twisting (knees, waist, and neck)
• Balancing
• Reaching (overhead extension)
• Handling and grasping
• Dexterity/feeling
• Pushing/pulling
• Lifting/carrying a maximum of 150 lbs.

Working Environment:

• Will work indoors and outdoors with exposure to elements
• Enclosed areas with tight spaces (Elevator shafts, crawl spaces, attics)
• High areas to include tall ladders and roofs
• Use and exposure chemicals and paint
• Exposure mechanical equipment
• Will work near moving or mechanical parts

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Display exceptional knowledge of all hotel systems
• Irrigation
• Landscaping
• Electrical
• Water
• Natural Gas
• Fire Protection
• Telephone
• Security
• Internet
• Display exceptional knowledge of all hotel equipment
• Kitchen and restaurant Equipment
• Laundry Washers and Dryers
• Boilers
• HVAC Units
• Water Softener
• Fitness Equipment
• Pool pump/ filters/ equipment
• Display exceptional knowledge of guest room equipment
• In room safe
• Television
• Tablets
• Steamer
• Hair Dryer
• Refrigerator
• Telephone
• Manage preventative maintenance of all equipment
• Manage preventative maintenance of all guest rooms and public areas
• Approve payroll hours and manage labor based on hotel needs
• Complete weekly schedule for engineers based off projects and occupancy levels
• Manage Transcendent usage and utilization
• Be present during emergency situations
• Maintain a tool and equipment inventory and par level
• Ensure all team members are trained on appropriate equipment
• Manage service contracts i.e. pest control, waste, landscaping, grease trap
• Oversee guest maintenance calls to ensure engineers follow core standards
• Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly property meetings
• Complete quarterly and annual evaluations of team members
• Perform coaching and discipline as needed.

Source: Hospitality Online