Chief Engineer

Arlo Williamsburg•Brooklyn, NY

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Arlo Hotels, an independent lifestyle hotel, is actively seeking a dynamic Chief Engineer. This role is for someone passionate about people, driven by purpose, and clever in their approach. The Chief Engineer is responsible for effectively leading the engineering team in the execution of all maintenance of the overall hotel, from essential upgrading, installation, and necessary purchase of all HVAC systems, mechanical, electrical, and related equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 5 years previous building maintenance leadership experience required.
Prior hotel/resort maintenance experience in a full-service luxury or boutique environment required.
Prior experience using Microsoft Programming required.
Must display ability to work with general computer operations.
Must be able to communicate professionally in English, both written and verbal.
Must be able to multi-task and display ability to recognize that the guests’ interests and needs are always primary.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
Must be able to access all areas of the resort across varied terrain and footing.
License: Fire Life Safety Director (must obtain within 90 days after employment commences)

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.
Vocational training in Electrical, HVAC or Building Systems preferred.
Experience with Google Apps or other web-based communication programs helpful.
Conversational abilities in other languages helpful.

Responsibilities

Always treats guests with courtesy and respect in a variety of situations.
Displays honesty & integrity.
Oversees the Engineering Department & Life Safety aspects throughout the building.
Conducts pre-shift meetings.
Communicates effectively to staff using tools such as development reviews, training, departmental orientation and monthly departmental meetings.
Motivates and develops team members.
Create preventive maintenance programs for consistency of the product.
Ensures updated safe work environment.
Participates and oversees Safety Program of Arlo Hotels Management.
Is an inspirational leader able to motivate team members to be consistently engaged in serving others, always looking for that opportunity.
Is organized and meticulous, utilizing a broad knowledge of building systems and mechanical operations to ensure operational efficiency and reliability.
Is a team player that supports the hotel operations team and is willing to do whatever is necessary to ensure the guest expectations are met and exceeded.
Selection, development and leadership of all Engineering team members in a building environment.
Partner with development and construction teams to turn over hotel to operations including: participation in construction meetings, punch of space and rooms, receipt and installation of FF&E, etc.
Management of all building systems, maintenance and repair to consistently provide all guests and team members with fully operational amenities and facilities.
Organize, schedule and oversee minor repairs across the building including needs of carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and aesthetic disciplines including painting.
Assess proactive and reactive mechanical needs, determining appropriate repair strategy and, as needed, select vendors and contractors to complete work throughout the building as assigned.
Establish and execute a preventative maintenance program to ensure all public areas and machinery are serviced and updated according to schedule in order to prevent major breakdowns.
Create and execute one, three and five year Capital plans in accordance with company standards.