Assistant Chief Engineer

Hersha Hospitality Management LP • Boston, MA

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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 with maintaining hotel rooms, equipment, building systems, life safety systems, and the exterior and grounds. It also supports the Chief Engineer in managing associates and maintaining work and preventive-maintenance records.

Requirements

• Previous engineer or maintenance experience, or equivalent training, is required.
• High school diploma and/or trade-school coursework in a related field is preferred.
• Local or state certifications may be required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma and/or trade-school coursework in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Engineer with interviewing, selecting, training, scheduling, coaching, and supporting associates, ensuring they follow 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, switches, receptacles, light bulbs, and fixtures.
• Install, replace, and program televisions.
• Perform minor plumbing work.
• Replace and repair heating and cooling pumps and perform preventive maintenance on units.
• Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, complete work orders, and keep accurate records of preventive maintenance on 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 ensure they are operational at all times.
• 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 to improve 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED