Building Engineer-IV

Marriott•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Building Engineer responds to guest repair requests, communicates with guests and customers to resolve maintenance issues, and performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment. The role requires advanced engineering operations and general mechanical ability, professional journeyman-level expertise in at least three building-maintenance disciplines, and basic skills in the remaining listed disciplines. The engineer performs complex property, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, refrigeration, and pool-heater repairs with little or no supervision, following company standards and applicable local and national codes. The position includes inspecting the property and its equipment, diagnosing and repairing building systems, operating utility shut-offs, maintaining inventory, requisitioning supplies, and communicating shift activities and problems through approved programs. The engineer uses maintenance, energy-management, and other engineering computer programs; follows Lockout/Tagout procedures; and carries out Engineer on Duty duties, including readings and rounds. The role may include training and mentoring other engineers, supervising work in progress, and acting in a supervisory capacity when supervisors or management are absent. The engineer must follow company, safety, and security procedures; maintain professional appearance and confidentiality; provide guest service; and work effectively with colleagues. Physical duties include moving objects up to 50 pounds without assistance, handling heavier objects with assistance, navigating stairs, ramps, and ladders, and bending, twisting, reaching, pulling, and stooping. Other reasonable job duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license.
License or certification in refrigeration or electrical, earned or currently in progress.
Universal Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) certification.
Meet applicable state and federal certification and/or licensing requirements.
Professional journeyman-level expertise in at least three of the following areas, with basic skills in the remaining areas: air conditioning and refrigeration; electrical; plumbing; carpentry and finish skills; mechanical; general building management; pneumatic/electronic systems and controls; and/or energy conservation.
Advanced engineering operations skills and general mechanical ability.
Solid knowledge and skill in the safe use of hand and power tools and other materials needed for repair and maintenance.
Thorough knowledge of building systems, emergency response, and building documentation, including standard blueprints and electrical schematics concerning plumbing and HVAC.
Advanced knowledge of engineering computer programs related to preventive maintenance, energy management, and other systems, including interacting devices.
Ability to perform complex repairs with little or no supervision and advanced troubleshooting of hotel MEP systems.
Ability to perform Engineer on Duty duties, including readings and rounds.
Ability to communicate professionally, provide guest service, work with others, and follow safety and security procedures.
Ability to perform the stated physical duties, including lifting and moving objects up to 50 pounds without assistance and heavier items with assistance.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
Certificate in a two-year technical diploma program for HVAC/refrigeration.
Extensive experience and training in general maintenance, including advanced repairs, electrical or refrigeration, and exterior and interior surface preparation and painting.
At least two years of hotel engineering or maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

Respond to guest repair requests and communicate with guests and customers to resolve maintenance issues.
Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, including cleaning and lubrication.
Inspect tools, equipment, machines, and the property; identify hazards and equipment problems and take immediate corrective action.
Identify, locate, and operate equipment and building utility shut-off valves.
Maintain maintenance inventory and requisition parts and supplies as needed.
Communicate daily activities and problems to other shifts using approved communication programs and standards.
Read standard blueprints and electrical schematics related to plumbing and HVAC, and use building documentation in maintenance work.
Safely perform complex repairs to property, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, air-conditioning, refrigeration, and pool-heater systems in compliance with company standards and applicable codes.
Inspect and repair mechanical equipment, including appliances and HVAC, electrical, and plumbing components; diagnose and repair boilers, pumps, and related components.
Use the Lockout/Tagout system before performing maintenance work.
Troubleshoot hotel mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and use engineering computer programs related to preventive maintenance, energy management, and other systems.
Perform Engineer on Duty duties, including readings and rounds.
Train and mentor other engineers, supervise work in progress, and act in a supervisory role when supervisors or management are absent.
Follow company and safety and security policies; report maintenance problems, hazards, accidents, and injuries; complete safety training and certifications; and properly store flammable materials.
Maintain a clean and professional uniform and appearance, protect confidential information and company assets, and meet quality standards.
Welcome and acknowledge guests, anticipate and address service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests according to company standards.
Develop positive working relationships, support team goals, and listen and respond appropriately to employee concerns.
Communicate clearly and professionally.
Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance and heavier items with assistance; use stairs, ramps, and ladders; and reach, bend, twist, pull, and stoop as needed.
Use computers and/or point-of-sale systems to enter and locate work-related information.
Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.