General Engineering/HVAC

Compensation Type: Yearly Highgate Hotels: Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.

Overview: The Chief Engineer is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the engineering division. In the absence of the Director, the assistant will assume the administrative, financial and operating aspects of the hotel as they relate to engineering.

Assist in developing and implementing plans to maintain property, equipment, grounds and other assets in a safe and acceptable state of repair.

Ensure the hotel is in compliance with all local, state and federal laws.

Supervise and train all Engineering staff in Customer Service, Empowerment, Standard Operating Procedures and Loss Prevention.

Create and post all Engineering staffs schedules.

Assist in developing financial forecasts and actively participate in monthly profit/loss review meetings.

Create and implement preventative maintenance program for all hotel equipment.

Ensure all emergency and life safety equipment and systems are inspected, tested and certified per Highgate Hotel standards.

Ensure compliancewith the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Assist with the administration of all vendor contracts controlled by the engineering department.

Follow up on all alarms immediately to determine the exact location and cause.Take immediate action as necessary.

Assist as necessary with special projects and renovations.

Support and participate in all Highgate Hotel programs.

Participate in Highgate Hotel Safety Committee.

At least 3 years of progressive facilities management experience in a hotel or a related field; High school diploma or equivalent required.

Stationary Engineer’s license if required by local code.

HVAC, electrical, plumbing, boiler operations and general maintenance skills required.

Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.

Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.

Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing nametags.

Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.

Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc.