Chief Engineer

Marriott•Lincoln, NE

18d•$50,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Engineer oversees the hotel engineering department’s day-to-day operations, works toward hotel and departmental goals, and ensures compliance with company standards. The role supervises, develops, and maintains hotel maintenance operations, including refrigeration, heating, plumbing, water treatment, preventive maintenance, guest rooms, HVAC units, ice machines, pools, lighting, kitchen equipment, emergency generators, water softeners, switch rooms, roof exhausts, and electrical substations. The Chief Engineer also handles maintenance duties as needed, responds to work orders and guest concerns, and manages colleagues, contractors, inventory, records, expenses, and the annual maintenance budget. The position is responsible for emergency planning, loss-prevention inspections, and compliance with applicable safety, fire, and operational regulations. This hotel is owned and operated by Woodbury Group, an independent franchisee and separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee controls the hotel’s employment policies and practices. The schedule varies and may include holidays, weekends, and day, evening, or graveyard shifts. The role requires after-hours on-call availability.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of experience performing engineering or general maintenance duties.
Strong working knowledge of and passion for hospitality engineering.
A hands-on approach and ability to engage with guests and colleagues.
Critical and objective thinking, excellent problem-solving skills, and ability to make quick decisions based on business demands.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines to accomplish goals in a timely manner.
Understanding of and ability to apply federal and state employment laws.
Technological proficiency, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, with or without reasonable accommodation, including standing for extended periods; walking; pushing; lifting up to 75 pounds; bending; reaching; climbing; stooping; kneeling or crouching; and working in extreme temperatures.
Maintain a neat, well-groomed appearance in accordance with provided standards.

Nice To Haves

Engineering management or supervisory experience.
Technical certifications in electrical, plumbing, or other related fields.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance associate duties as needed.
Respond to maintenance requests and work orders in an expedient and professional manner.
Interact with guests to ensure satisfaction and handle escalated problems as necessary.
Train, mentor, counsel, and discipline colleagues.
Be available for after-hours on-call issues, including nights and weekends.
Seek continual improvement for the department and hotel.
Monitor the hotel’s electrical, plumbing, mechanical, pool, lighting, and HVAC systems.
Maintain the hotel shuttle in good working condition, as appropriate to the hotel.
Inspect the hotel for preventive maintenance needs and monitor the usable life of furniture, fixtures, and equipment to maximize efficiency and plan capital purchases.
Manage HVAC, elevator, landscape, and other service contractors, including monitoring and negotiating contract agreements as necessary.
Order tools, parts, and materials and manage inventory.
Perform groundskeeping duties, including snow removal, as needed.
Maintain maintenance records and accurate tracking of operating costs and capital items, and prepare the annual maintenance budget.
Ensure hotel compliance with municipal, provincial, and federal regulations related to operational functions and fire and safety programs.
Manage emergency services and maintain an emergency plan for systems backup.
Conduct loss-prevention inspections as needed and ensure timely follow-up on required improvements.
Comply with policies, procedures, and regulations related to local, state, and federal laws.