Assistant Chief Engineer
About The Position
The Assistant Chief Engineer performs general maintenance functions to ensure guest service and sustainability standards are achieved and maintained throughout the hotel. The role assists the Chief Engineer with associate leadership and carries out inspections, repairs, preventive maintenance, life-safety system upkeep, and maintenance recordkeeping. The position follows applicable codes, safety standards, and HHM’s EarthView sustainability guidelines and practices. The stated potential career path is Chief Engineer, Area Chief Engineer, and Regional Director of Engineering.
Requirements
- High school diploma and/or trade-school coursework in a related field preferred.
- Previous engineering or maintenance experience required, or equivalent training.
- Local or state certifications may be required.
- Ability to stand for extended periods; walk, push, lift up to 50 pounds, bend and reach, climb, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
- Work schedule varies and may include holidays, weekends, or alternate shifts.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Chief Engineer in interviewing, selecting, training, scheduling, coaching, and supporting associates, ensuring they work in accordance with brand or hotel standards and HHM core values.
- Conduct room inspections and identify repair needs.
- Install or repair sheet rock and other wall coverings.
- Paint designated areas and items.
- Install and replace basic electrical fixtures, including switches, receptacles, bulbs, and fixtures.
- Install, replace, and program televisions.
- Perform minor plumbing functions.
- Replace and repair heating and cooling pumps and perform preventive maintenance on units.
- Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment.
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and complete work orders; maintain accurate preventive-maintenance records for rooms and equipment.
- Maintain the building exterior and the curb appeal of the hotel grounds.
- Refurbish, paint, and finish furniture and fixtures as needed.
- Test, examine, and maintain the hotel’s life-safety systems to keep them operational.
- Maintain repair and preventive-maintenance records and coordinate compliance with service contracts.
- Perform and maintain work in accordance with local, state, and federal codes.
- Monitor guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
- Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
- Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment, and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
