Engineer I

Engineering Supervisor

Ensure proper supervision, direction, and training of Engineering staff.

Maintain a thorough understanding of all Engineering roles, responsibilities, and duties, and be prepared to perform essential duties as needed.

Accurately manage and monitor the Synergy system, including responding to and tracking service calls.

Properly manage, maintain, and account for all tools, equipment, and machinery.

Efficiently and safely operate central HVAC equipment and mechanical equipment using sound engineering practices and specified corporate operating procedures.

Accurately and efficiently repair and maintain food production and related kitchen equipment, laundry equipment, ice machines and refrigeration systems, boilers and plumbing systems and all electrical and natural gas distribution systems.

Trouble-shoot electrical and pneumatic problems and repair them as quickly and economically as possible.

Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on an on-going basis for guest room and major mechanical equipment.

Be familiar with and maintain all fire safety equipment operations and implement emergency procedures when required.

Respond to any HVAC calls or room calls as a priority.

Produce accurate logs, charts and preventive maintenance forms.

Provide training to other team members, specifically Engineer II and Engineer III.

Follow direction given in Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and perform work in a safe and efficient manner.

Accurately document all work performed in the Synergy log, including details of repairs, inspections, testing, and any actions taken.

Perform other duties as assigned

May be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the property

Previous hotel engineering experience required, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, commercial kitchen and general building construction

Understand and efficiently maintain and operate advanced electrical, plumbing, refrigeration and boiler systems.

Read and understand blueprints, schematic drawings and technical parts breakdown.

Good communication skills, both verbal and written

High work ethic and self-initiative

Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suite

Regular attendance according to established guidelines

Previous supervisory experience required

Vocational training, associate's degree, certification and/or apprenticeship in one or more area; state certification or licensure where required

Must possess 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 troubleshoot and problem solve issues, and be experienced in decision making

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

Physical Requirements:

Stand, sit and walk for varying lengths of time

Lift approximately fifty (50) pounds

Safely climb stairs and ladders

Work in a hot or cold environment

Efficiently and safely operate machinery and equipment such as key cutter, drill press, radial arm saw, drills, grinders, etc.

Grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, pulling, pushing, listening and hearing ability and visual ability

Must have finger dexterity to be able to operate office equipment such as computers, printers, multi-line tone phone, filing cabinets, photocopiers and other office equipment as needed

Pay Rate: $32.63