CHIEF ENGINEER - FACILITIES

Plaza Hotel & Casino LLC•Las Vegas, NV

19h

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: The Chief/Maintenance Engineer is in charge of the day to day operation of the Engineering Department, which includes planning, directing, scheduling, performance management, room and property maintenance and project implementation

Requirements

Ability to meet deadline, multi-task, and work a flexible schedule
Excellent organizational skills with a strong attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to lead and mentor a team
Professional appearance and demeanor
High School Diploma or equivalent
OSHA 30 Certification
Valid Driver’s License (preferably in the state of Nevada)
At least five years’ experience as a facility department manager or Sr. Engineer at a major hotel and casino
At least five years’ experience in preparing and managing departmental budgets and forecasts
At least 3 years of experience in a multi-trade background.
Ability to oversee work in a variety of areas in the hotel/casino.
General working knowledge of hotel/casino property.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to lead and mentor a team.
Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Strong working knowledge of OSHA General Industry Statutes and Regulations
Working knowledge of computer programs to include: Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint
Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and oral forms.
Knowledge of HVAC Systems, Cooling Towers, Pump Systems, Domestic Water Systems

Nice To Haves

CPO Certification
Knowledge of Engineering 501 and Teamsters Collective Bargaining Agreements
Previous experience working in a similar resort setting

Responsibilities

Implement, administer, and manage the Engineering Department’s programs and systems
Directly supervise Engineering activities and maintenance personnel
Engineer including standards of performance, training, and overall welfare
Foster a cooperative and harmonious working atmosphere conducive to maximum employee morale and productivity
Oversee the implementation of a work prioritization system and a work assignment system
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and building codes
Implement and oversee property preventive maintenance programs
Monitor the purchase of building and property maintenance supplies, machinery, equipment parts, and services as required
Ensure accurate recordkeeping of Engineering activities and documents
Continuously monitor utility cost and consumption and maintain required logs for all utilities
Input on the preparation of Engineering budgets
Maintain the flow of correspondence and required reports within and outside the department
Ensure the department is represented at all necessary meetings
Ensure that all department functions are performed according to the highest standards
Drive company vehicles to various locations throughout the Las Vegas area to attend/conduct meetings with other properties and business contacts
Coordinate open work orders with the Grave and Swing Shift Engineering Staff
Meet with Department liaisons to discuss work order priorities
Review the Demand, Preventative Maintenance, and Planned Work Order reports to compare actual results with planned
Review departmental allocations to compare actual with forecast
Meet and coordinate with the respective front-of-house operating departments to understand their needs from the Facilities department and to prioritize completion dates on work orders
Performs other duties as assigned