Chief Engineer

Remington Hospitality • Frisco, TX

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About The Position

The Chief Engineer ensures the hotel is in great working order and meets operational standards related to the Engineering Department. The role assesses the maintenance and operation of the hotel’s structure, systems, and equipment, and oversees the Rooms and Public Area Preventive Maintenance Program, keeping its records updated. The Chief Engineer works with the hotel management team and property General Manager, and hires, trains, supervises, coaches, and counsels associates, including managers. The position also ensures the grounds are maintained to provide a positive arrival experience and implements hotel safety and emergency policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Previous hotel engineering experience, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, commercial kitchen, and general building construction.
• Vocational training, an associate's degree, certification, and/or apprenticeship in one or more relevant areas; state certification or licensure where required.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, diagrams, and blueprints, and to read and understand test equipment and measuring devices.
• Strong verbal and written business communication skills.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work as part of a team focused on providing great guest experiences.
• Ability to work in a standard office environment, including prolonged desk and computer work for 6–8 hours a day, occasional standing and walking, frequent fine motor use for office tasks, and occasional bending, reaching, or carrying items.
• Ability to lift and/or move 10–25 pounds as needed.
• Visual ability to read computer screens and printed materials, maintain close visual focus for extended periods, and differentiate colors for certain roles.
• Ability to hear and participate in conversations and meetings and use a phone and/or headset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the hotel is in good working order and meets Engineering Department operational standards.
• Conduct walk-throughs and assess maintenance and operation of the hotel structure, systems, and equipment.
• Manage the Rooms and Public Area Preventive Maintenance Program and keep records updated.
• Work with the hotel management team and property General Manager.
• Hire, train, supervise, coach, and counsel associates, including managers.
• Ensure hotel grounds are maintained to provide a positive arrival experience.
• Implement safety and emergency policies and procedures, including evacuation and first-aid procedures, removal of safety hazards, compliance with the company’s OSHA Hazcom program, and safe lifting techniques.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed