Hotel Chief Engineer - Hilton Garden Inn-Orlando/ International Drive North

Buffalo Lodging Associates, LLC•Orlando, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Engineer takes ownership and pride in the maintenance of the property, while fostering the Buffalo Lodging Associates (BLA) culture and values- Excellence, Passion, Integrity, Inclusive. This role is for the Hilton Garden Inn-Orlando/ International Drive North, a 158-guest room hotel with a full-service restaurant, The Garden Grille & Bar, and a Tiki Bar. The hotel is managed by Buffalo Lodging Associates, an award-winning hotel management company founded in 1996 with a portfolio of 50 hotels across various brands.

Requirements

At least three years of supervisory or lead mechanic experience in a hotel or related field
Demonstrated general mechanical skills are necessary
Basic repair, painting, wall covering HVAC, electrical work, plumbing, boiler operation, pool maintenance and general maintenance skills required
Must have valid drivers license, and acceptable driving history subject to company approval.

Nice To Haves

Vocational training is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Creating a safe and appealing property by completing routine preventative maintenance on laundry equipment, heating and air conditioning units, ice machines, fire extinguisher, fire and smoke alarms, lawn sprinkler, lawn equipment, exercise equipment and plumbing
Maintaining work order assignment boards and tracking completed/pending work orders and following up on all incomplete work orders to inform the requesting guest or department of the status.
Evaluating and selecting quality vendors that are reliable and provide good value for their price
Supervisory duties of the Maintenance Assistant on site including interviewing, hiring, training, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining; planning, assigning, directing work, addressing complaints and resolving problems.