Engineer/Maintenance Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

$500 Sign-On Bonus for Full Time, Permanent, Hourly Associates.

$250 Sign-On Bonus for Part Time, Permanent, Hourly Associates.

FREE Meals during work shift!

Full Time

Pay: $25-$30 hr. Depending on Work Experience.

Who we are.

Steeped in fascinating history dating back to 1924, the Francis Marion Hotel heralded a new era of Charleston Hospitality amidst the Charleston Renaissance. Named for Revolutionary War Hero Francis Marion, the hotel became an iconic landmark recognized by Historic Hotels of America- featuring grand ballrooms, historic architecture, and rich Charlestonian history. With its prime location across from Marion Square, the Francis Marion Hotel has been at the heart of the community as a major destination for weddings, galas, conferences and more. For nearly a century, the Francis Marion has been known for its exceptional hospitality and service.

Why Work for Us?

We practice daily core values of “Anticipate, Exceed, Empower, Teamwork, and Preservation.” Our employees take pride in the work they do, are valued, and celebrated for their contributions. One of the ways employees are appreciated is by offering an extensive benefits package, to include Medical Insurance, Ancillary Group Benefits, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays, in addition to an Inspiring Leadership Executive Team, that promotes multiple opportunities of excellence such as “The Keys to Success”. The Francis Marion Hotel values community relationships and engagement with involvement in various organizations: The Thanksgiving Food Drive, Back to School drive, philanthropic partnerships with local organizations such as the March of Dimes, Historic Preservation Society, East Cooper Community Outreach, Toys for Tots, Breast Cancer Awareness, the Good Catch Program, and more.

We currently have a position available to support the Director of Engineering in the implementation of all property and equipment, preventative maintenance and repairs, monitor life safety systems and utilities and assist in the administration of the compliance of hotel core values/standards and local, state and national codes to protect assets, guests and employees. Supervise the day-to-day operations. Recommend and implement procedural changes.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Manage ongoing maintenance program for guestrooms, meeting rooms, public space, equipment and back of house spaces.
• Supervise the Engineering employees.
• Prioritize service requests: schedule and monitor the service performed to ensure customer satisfaction, safety, and convenience. 
• Test and examine the life safety systems to ensure they are always 100% operational to protect the assets, guests, and employees.
• Perform inventory duties as required.
• Assume responsibilities of the Director of Engineering in their absence. 
• Responsible for guestroom Preventative Maintenance Program.
• Maintains and assists in the cleanliness of mechanical equipment rooms and maintenance shop.

Work Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

One + years of prior maintenance experience, preferably in a hotel. Knowledge of the Building management/engineering profession. Supervisory skills and ability to provide information and associated services to hotel management and guests.

Physical Demands in the Work Environment

Required to stand, walk, and sit; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle and feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms. Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 50 pounds.

The Francis Marion Hotel is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.