Chief Engineer

Schulte Hospitality Group•Seattle, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Chief Engineer to join their team. The company's success is rooted in its service culture, aiming to exude hospitality, be respectful and authentic, prioritize stakeholder needs, and make a positive impact. They are passionate hoteliers looking for like-minded people for their rapidly growing team. Schulte Hospitality Group is a leading third-party management company with deep, multi-generational experience in all facets of the hospitality industry, operating more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries. Their portfolio includes reputable brands like Marriott, Hilton, IHG, and Hyatt, as well as many unique, independent, boutique, and lifestyle properties and restaurants. Joining Schulte Hospitality Group means being part of an inclusive, employee-focused workplace that is invested in employee development, offering an engaged, empowered, and exciting environment for career growth.

Requirements

Minimum of High School education
Minimum of five (5) years in Maintenance leadership position
Basic math skills
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Strong leadership skills
Ability to exceed expectations of guests and team members
Excellent time management skills
Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word and Excel)
Detail oriented; strives for excellence in all assignments

Nice To Haves

Post-high school education
Preferably within hotels (for Maintenance leadership position)
Two (2) years of college or trade school equivalent in a mechanical, electrical, and/or technical disciplines
Certified pool operator certification
Outlook skills

Responsibilities

Ensures fulfillment of proactive preventative maintenance programs to brand standards including laundry equipment, heating and air conditioning units, ice machines, fire extinguishers/smoke alarms, plumbing
Follow safe working practices and conditions
Inspects guest rooms after preventative maintenance. reviews any problems with maintenance staff
Maintains a current inventory of all supplies
Maintains a work order assignment program for completed and pending work orders. Prioritizes and completes work orders in a timely manner. Monitors all deficiencies
Ensures swimming pool and spa maintenance duties are performed according to brand standards and health department regulations
Maintains the hotel grounds, curb appeal and building exteriors
Assists other departments in fulfilling guest requests and resolving guest concerns
Assist in the coordination and supervision of all contracted capital projects
Educates hotel personnel on emergency procedures and safety precautions
Hires, coaches and disciplines direct reports
Participate in a consistent and regularly scheduled property walk through and report/ fix identified deficiencies within an appropriate time
Function as a member of the emergency organization team and become an expert on life safety
Be aware of fire, safety, and protection equipment/hazards
Perform various other duties as assigned to meet business objectives

Benefits

Incentive Eligible
Cell Phone Allowance
On-Site Parking Included
Work Today, Get Paid today, with Daily Pay!
Free Telemedicine and Virtual Mental Health care access for All Associates starting day one!
Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance options
401k Plan + Company Match
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Schulte Savings Marketplace Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more!