Assistant Director of Engineering

Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown•Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The Assistant Director of Engineering assists with oversight of the hotel facility and monitoring and controlling parts and labor expenditures. The role supports managing the department within budget, forecasting expenses accurately, and preparing the annual department budget. The Assistant Director ensures department staff are trained in control procedures outlined by Internal Audit and that the procedures are consistently followed. The position also assists with selecting, training, and developing employees to deliver committed customer service by soliciting and responding promptly to guest needs. A hands-on leadership approach is required at all times.

Requirements

Read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
3–5 years of hotel, institutional, or HVAC systems experience.
Refrigeration and HVAC certification.
2–4 years of previous management or supervisory experience.
Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, life safety, and preventative maintenance systems, along with related engineering disciplines.
Budget management, cost control, and financial responsibility experience.
CPR certification.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of self or others.

Nice To Haves

Stationary engineering license.

Responsibilities

Assist in overseeing the hotel facility.
Monitor and control parts and labor expenditures.
Assist in managing the department within budget, forecasting expenses, and preparing the annual department budget.
Ensure department staff are trained in Internal Audit control procedures and consistently follow them.
Assist in selecting, training, and developing employees.
Solicit and respond promptly to guest needs to support committed customer service.
Provide hands-on leadership.