Hotel Engineer

Purpose of the Position:

The Engineer will be responsible for maintaining the entire hotel facility, including the physical building structure, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems and related equipment, ensures the upkeep of guest areas to maintain an attractive hotel, manages all rehabilitation, expansion and special projects. Previous Chief Engineer or Assistant Chief Engineering experience in a full service and/or focus service hotel setting is required - a minimum of three years. Total engineering experience should be at least six years. Ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of all phases of hotel engineering - plumbing, electrical, HVAC, boiler maintenance, preventative maintenance, etc. and will be able to effectively delegate work and tasks to subordinates to ensure the smooth operation of the hotel. Must possess excellent time management and organizational skills.

Essential Responsibilities:

• 5+ years of experience troubleshooting, and repairing, chill water, and hot water heating systems.
• Management experience with a general knowledge of electrical and plumbing
• Working knowledge of national codes and best practices.
• A working knowledge of electrical and gas diagnostics and air flow are preferred.
• Requisite basic certifications (EPA Universal)
• Pool experience is a plus
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills along with computer skills
• Flexibility is a must, the hospitality industry is fast paced and ever changing
• A valid drivers' license and good communications skills.
• Responsible for hiring, training and directing of all department personnel
• Conduct inventory of parts, supplies, tools and materials
• Responsible for maintaining all hotel emergency systems and standards
• Responsible for maintaining the hotel facility and related equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Maintains a working knowledge of all federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations

Other Responsibilities:

• Attends company orientation and other meetings as required.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures.
• Attends weekly staff meetings.
• Leads the hotel's Safety Committee.
• Is punctual and dressed for work at scheduled time
• Maintains a professional image at all times
• Provides efficient use of manpower to manage workload
• Consistently enforces hotel and company policies and procedures
• Additional duties which you may be asked to perform

Physical Demands/Abilities:

• Stand or walk for varying lengths of time, sometime long periods.
• Move fingers, hands, arms easily and quickly to test equipment, hand tools, keys, etc.
• Learn and operate maintenance equipment.
• Lifting seventy-five (75) pounds minimum with frequent twisting, bending, lifting, reaching and handling.
• Climb ladders and stairs.

General Notes

• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, additional details will be specified by the supervisor. The team member will also perform other reasonable business duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Management reserves the right to change this job description, job responsibilities, duties, and working hours as needs prevail.
• If requested in accordance with applicable law, the Company provides reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualify team member with a disability to allow him/her to perform essential functions of the job unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the Company.
• The Company is an at-will employer. This job description is a guideline and does not constitute a written or implied employment contract.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Time Management: 5 years (Required)
• Troubleshooting: 5 years (Required)
• Management: 5 years (Preferred)

License:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• Universal Certification (Preferred)

Supplemental pay

• Bonus pay

Benefits

• Other