Hotel Chief Engineer

Sree Hotels•Huntersville, NC

6d•$22 - $24

About The Position

The Chief Engineer manages the hotel’s facilities maintenance function, including grounds, vehicles, engineering personnel, safety and security, and maintenance operations. The role is responsible for keeping hotel systems in operation and maintaining property assets to company standards. The position is full-time and requires flexibility to work AM or PM shifts, with weekday and weekend availability. Employees may work indoors or outdoors and must be able to work the hours and days needed to meet business requirements.

Requirements

At least three years of previous engineering, building or property management, or supervisory experience.
Extensive knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, life safety operating systems, pools, preventive maintenance programs, and OSHA regulations.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills; ability to delegate effectively, multitask, and meet strict deadlines.
Experience with budgeting, cost controls, and financial responsibility.
Ability to identify and solve problems in anticipation of hotel and guest needs.
Fluency in English, including the ability to speak, hear, read, and write.
Ability to work any hours or days of the week necessary to meet business requirements.
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance and handle heavier tasks with assistance; move on stairs, ramps, and ladders; reach overhead and below the knees; bend, twist, pull, and stoop; distinguish colors, shades, and brightness; hear and distinguish sounds; focus on one sound source while ignoring others; use fingers to handle small objects; make quick, precise machine-control adjustments; judge distances; and adjust movements or equipment controls to keep pace with moving objects.

Nice To Haves

Two years of HVAC systems experience in a hospitality, property, or building management environment.
Certified Pool Operator certification, if applicable.
CFC and HVAC licenses and any further certifications.

Responsibilities

Oversee the grounds, engineering, and maintenance operations to ensure systems meet company standards and property assets are maintained appropriately.
Maintain the hotel’s physical systems and condition by routinely inspecting the property and ensuring furniture, fixtures, and equipment are in proper working order and supplies are stocked.
Assign and supervise repair work orders, completing them on time and within budget.
Inspect and evaluate facilities to determine required work.
Maintain a cost-effective preventive maintenance program.
Maintain accurate files for inspections, licenses, and contracts.
Manage security procedures and proper key control.
Supervise the day-to-day operations of the Engineering department.