Chief Engineer

StepStone Hospitality•Canonsburg, PA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall maintenance and property operations of the hotel. This includes managing refrigeration, heating, plumbing, water treatment, preventative maintenance, hotel rooms, A/C and heating units, ice machines, swimming pools, lighting, kitchen equipment, emergency generators, water softeners, roof exhausts, and electrical substations. The role involves supervising assigned associates, ensuring projects are completed on time and to specifications, and collaborating with other departments. The Chief Engineer will also aid and instruct craftsmen, develop and maintain a preventive maintenance program, uphold quality guest service standards, manage departmental revenues and expenses to maximize profitability, and enhance guest satisfaction through employee development. Responsibilities include responding to guest requests and complaints, participating in the Executive committee, utilizing office and accounting software, and ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, fire safety, and local building codes. The role also requires maintaining life safety systems, conducting safety inspections, and ensuring proper handling of chemicals and hazardous materials. A comprehensive knowledge of the English language is necessary for effective communication. The position requires the ability to prepare statistical reports and presentations, accurately report information, and adhere to all company policies and procedures. Personal effectiveness includes completing projects thoroughly and professionally, adapting to high-pressure conditions, taking responsibility for personal growth, and maintaining professional conduct. Communication involves understanding and conveying the company mission and values, expressing ideas clearly, listening actively, and resolving disagreements respectfully.

Requirements

Minimum lifting of 70 pounds.
Pushing, bending, stooping, upward reaching, manual dexterity.
Hearing, writing, typing.
Minimum pulling of 70 pounds.
Comprehensive knowledge of the English language.
Ability to accurately use various office and accounting software.
High school education and/or technical school and relevant training and experience required.
CPR training required.

Nice To Haves

Additional education preferred.
Additional language ability preferred.
First aid training preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage maintenance operations for the hotel, including refrigeration, heating, plumbing, water treatment, preventative maintenance, hotel rooms, A/C and heating units, ice machines, swimming pools, lighting, kitchen equipment, emergency generators, water softeners, roof exhausts, and electrical substations.
Supervise assigned associates, including hiring, termination, discipline, development, and evaluations.
Ensure all projects are completed on time and according to specifications.
Work closely with other departments to ensure coordination of activities.
Aid and instruct craftsmen in scheduling work, ordering material, and completing assignments by a specified date.
Develop and maintain an ongoing preventive maintenance program in accordance with the brand.
Maintain standards of quality guest service.
Achieve budgeted revenues and expenses and maximize profitability related to the guest services department.
Increase level of guest satisfaction by delivery of an exceptional product through employee development.
Respond and resolve guest requests, complaints, or questions in a courteous and timely manner.
Participate in the Executive committee, including sharing and communicating knowledge and attending weekly or monthly meetings.
Accurately use various office and accounting software.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, fire safety, and local building codes.
Maintain all life safety systems and emergency equipment.
Conduct safety inspections and maintain required records and certifications.
Ensure proper handling and storage of chemicals and hazardous materials.
Support by having a comprehensive knowledge of the English language to effectively communicate with guests, associates, and vendors.
Assist with the design and preparation of statistical reports and presentations as needed.
Accurately report information.
Scrupulously follow all StepStone and hotel policies and procedures.
Attend required meetings.
Ensure projects and assignments are completed thoroughly, professionally, and with care.
Adjust to high-pressure conditions and be open to change.
Assume responsibility for personal growth and development.
Conduct him/herself (acts and dresses) professionally at all times; sets standards for all associates.
Understand and communicate the StepStone Mission and Core values.
Express ideas and convey information clearly, effectively, and professionally.
Actively listen to others.
Convey company information, decision, or problems to appropriate parties on a timely basis.
Work to resolve disagreements and be respectful of peers and co-workers.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Have a comprehensive knowledge of all hotel departments and functions.
Have a comprehensive knowledge of applicable Federal, state, and local health, safety, and legal regulations.
Obtain any required licenses or certificates in a timely manner.
Perform CPR and first aid as needed.