Task Force - Hotel Chief Engineer

Summary of Job Responsibilities

Create a positive, energetic and respectful work environment within the department
Lead through example, professionalism, personal values, and vision
Provide temporary management support to prevent department disruptions
Eager to help, “pitch-in”, and to be seen as a team player among the staff
Management of the entire engineering department staff with a hands-on leadership approach
Oversee and actively participate in the preventative maintenance program for the entire facility
Mentor, train and motivate engineering staff while maintaining high operational standards
Manage daily work orders, repairs, and capital improvement projects as needed
Implement and execute routine testing and compliance of fire life safety systems, including alarms, sprinklers, and emergency equipment
Conduct regular inspections of facilities, grounds, guest rooms, back-of-house areas, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems
Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance and equipment issues in a timely and efficient manner
Ensure all building systems are operating safely, efficiently, and in compliance with brand and regulatory standards
Adherence to all federal, state, and local statutes including, but not limited to fire life safety, emergency procedures, OSHA, health regulations, and boiler operations
Perform administrative duties, reporting, meeting attendance, as directed by the Hotel General Manager

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of RECENT successful full-service hotel engineering leadership experience
• Strong hands-on technical expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building systems
• Experience managing preventative maintenance programs and fire life safety compliance in a hotel environment
• Possess a maturity and professional disposition to operate in our clients’ dynamic environments
• Creative and innovative problem solver with strong troubleshooting skills
• Strong management skills combined with a hands-on, proactive approach to engineering operations
• Ability to adapt quickly and perform under high expectations
• Ability to communicate effectively and work under pressure
• Ability to meet deadlines and embrace ongoing change
• Excellent organization, time management, interpersonal skills
• Must be an ambitious self-starter with a desire to learn
• Knowledge of a hotel structure and how all departments interact

Benefits

Details of paid travel expenses and room and board will be discussed during the interview process.