Chief Engineer

Maintenance SupervisorKana Hotel Group's mission is to be one of the most admired and service quality driven hotel companies in the industry. We will accomplish our goal by creating an atmosphere of friendly employee behavior and delivering the highest quality service and value to our guests. From our Team Members to our General Managers and Regional Support team, we seek people who have a passion for the hospitality business and want to grow with us. Most of our existing leadership team members have been promoted from within the company. As a member of our team, you will be expected to contribute your talents and energies to improve the environment and quality of the company, as well as the company’s services. In return you will be given opportunities to grow and advance in your career.Kana Hotel Group is proud to offer the following benefits:MedicalVisionDental401KImmediate Pay- earned wage access!Vacation timeSick timeHoliday payBonus opportunitiesBrand-specific employee discountsLong term/short term disabilityLife insurancePrimary ResponsibilitiesSupervise, develop and maintain ongoing maintenance operation for hotel, including refrigeration, heating, plumbing, water treatment, preventive maintenance, hotel rooms, A/H units, ice machines, pools, lighting, kitchen equipment, emergency generators, water softeners, switch rooms, roof exhausts, electrical substations, etc.Ensure projects are completed according to specifications and on time by studying work schedules and estimating labor hour requirements for completion. Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.Work closely with management team to ensure coordination of activities. May confer with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.Direct and maintain an effective operation and general maintenance program with accurate, up-to-date records including, but not limited to HVAC, MEP, electrical and plumbingTraining and development for maintenance team, including but not limited to building systems, equipment function and purpose, operation and maintenance procedures and efficient practicesInspect mechanical equipment and maintain those recordsEnsure property compliance with all City, State and Federal safety and environmental laws, codes, standards and regulationsEstablish and implement prompt and courteous response to guest requests within the guidelines set by hotel and brand standardsMaintain ethical, professional, and courteous relations with contractors, guests, and team membersFollow and train team to maintain all safety requirements including emergency preparedness and responsesSupervise inventory control and orderingProvide engineering staff with correct equipment, tools, and training as appropriate to the propertyCollaborate with management team for long-term strategic plans and forecasting for the property maintenance budgetingInitiate any necessary insurance claims on HVAC and other central plant equipmentEvaluate, recommend, and monitor mechanical contractorsMaintain and update blueprint and equipment operations and maintenance information organizationMonitor building energy use, produces reports, proposals, and maintains energy management programsOversee construction to ensure building integrityWork with General Manager to maintain required OSHA logs and Worker's Compensation safety and accident reports on engineering personnel and facilitiesRecommend personnel actions hiring and firing.Perform training and development, performance evaluations, and disciplinary action.Ensuring satisfactory scores with brand by preparing for audits, evaluating results, and collaborating with management and team with necessary improvementsOther duties as assignedEducation/ExperienceVocational Institution Certificate or Apprenticeship in technical/mechanical/facilities preferredExperience as a Building Engineer or equivalent facilities technical trade 5+ years requiredExperience supervisory maintenance field 2+ years required or combination of education and experienceTechnical certifications preferredExpert knowledge of hand tools, power tools, plumbing, electrical, AC, HVAC systemsWhen applicable, obtain required city and/or government licenses or permits (i.e. Boiler Operating Permit, State Maintenance Electrician’s License, EPA CFC Universal CertificationTechnician certificate, etc.)If, upon hire or promotion to this position, an individual does not have the required permits or licenses, the individual will obtain those permits or licenses within six monthsOur company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.