Assistant Director of Engineering

Marriott • Aspen, CO

15d • $87,000 - $119,000

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Engineering assists the department head with budget management, capital expenditures, preventive maintenance, and energy conservation. The role is accountable for maintaining the building and grounds, with particular attention to safety, security, and asset protection. It assigns, tracks, and follows up on work assigned to staff and contractors, and supports guest and employee satisfaction through effective communication and training.

The position supervises day-to-day Engineering operations and, in the absence of the Director of Engineering, supervises the Engineering department. It helps manage the property’s physical plant and systems, maintains facilities and equipment, supports regulatory compliance and Engineering standards, and contributes to customer service and employee training. The role also supports The Ritz-Carlton’s Gold Standards and service culture.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and 4 years of experience in engineering and maintenance or a related professional area, plus technical training in HVAC-R, electrical, or plumbing; OR
• Two-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or a related major, and 2 years of experience in engineering and maintenance or a related professional area, plus technical training in HVAC-R, electrical, or plumbing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing department budgets, capital expenditures, preventive maintenance, and energy conservation.
• Plan, schedule, and evaluate preventive maintenance programs; help set priorities for property maintenance.
• Supervise day-to-day Engineering operations and supervise the department in the Director of Engineering’s absence.
• Help manage the physical plant, including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical, and life-safety systems.
• Maintain and operate equipment for effectiveness, efficiency, and safety; supervise distribution of repair work orders.
• Maintain grounds, meeting rooms, ballrooms, public spaces, restaurants, property vehicles, and recreational facilities as needed.
• Serve as a technical liaison for property departments.
• Recommend or arrange painting, repairs, renovations, and replacement of furnishings and equipment; select and purchase equipment, supplies, and furnishings.
• Inspect and evaluate facilities to determine required work, manage inventory of parts and supplies, and perform inspections.
• Help evaluate and implement new technologies, equipment, and supplies; help establish and implement an energy conservation program.
• Help obtain and maintain required building and physical-plant permits and licenses, and ensure regulatory and safety compliance.
• Ensure compliance with Engineering policies, standards, and procedures, and ensure employees have appropriate supplies, equipment, and uniforms.
• Promote guest hospitality, obtain guest feedback on product quality and service, and empower employees to provide excellent customer service.
• Supervise staffing levels to meet guest-service, operational, and financial needs.
• Help train employees in safety procedures and train other department employees in fire protection, safety, and evacuation procedures.
• Provide employees with feedback based on observation of service behaviors and assist with operational activities as needed.
• Assign, track, and follow up on work assigned to staff and contractors.
• Communicate and train effectively to support guest and employee satisfaction; learn and exemplify The Ritz-Carlton Gold Standards.

Benefits

• The employer states that it offers a range of benefits designed to support employees and their families, wellbeing, careers, and personal interests; eligibility and options may vary by employment status, position, and location.

What This Job Offers

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