Chief Engineer

Blue Water Hospitality Group, LLC•Cave City, KY

About The Position

The Chief Engineer for our properties manages all hotel asset preventive maintenance. Managed hotel maintenance team and organized efforts to provide a premier facility to support a positive guest experience. A mechanical self-starter who ensures property operations run smoothly and safely

Requirements

Strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to solve problems.
Converts problems into actionable solutions and provides work instruction to the team.
Ability to read and translate blueprints into job specifications and work orders.
Ability to interpret instructions (written and oral) into actions.
Effectively communicates to a variety of audiences.
High regard for safety and regularly provides risk analysis of operations.
Must be resourceful and self-motivated to work well under pressure.
Ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments.
High School diploma or equivalent
Vocational Training or Certificate; completion of applicable trade apprenticeships
1-3 years of supervisory and general maintenance experience

Responsibilities

Supervise maintenance and grounds support staff to maintain ongoing operations and property systems.
Support recruitment, hiring, and development of staff.
Schedule and manage to ensure operational needs are met through adequate staffing plans while managing budget.
Supports the team in solving problems, educates, mentors, and coaches staff in training and skill development.
Leads maintenance, operation, and preventative needs for the entire property and onsite facilities:  including, but not limited to, landscaping, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, generators, water treatment systems, and general housekeeping; includes analysis and operational knowledge to address issues, fix problems, perform routine maintenance.
Leads and completes projects according to specifications, timelines, and budgets.  Regularly establishes defined work processes and procedures.
Performs regular inspections to ensure optimal conditions and safety protocols are met or exceeded.
Effectively communicates with property department heads for all property operational needs or coordination of activities.
Works cohesively with management to lead, support, and implement Capital Expenditures through interaction and management of staff, contractors, or other related individuals
Performs other duties as assigned
Provides regular and reliable attendance