Chief Engineer OEM/HM

Courtyard by Marriott (Crestline Hotels and Resorts)•Allentown, PA

6d•$62,000 - $67,000

About The Position

The Chief Engineer leads the Engineering team to drive guest satisfaction and exceed guest expectations. The role is primarily responsible for maintaining the building, grounds, and mechanical equipment, with particular attention to safety, security, and asset protection. The Chief Engineer is also accountable for vendor oversight, the departmental budget, and the property’s preventative maintenance programs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three years of experience in maintenance.
Basic computer skills, including email processing, basic spreadsheet manipulation, and database or systems navigation.
Knowledge of methods and materials used in general building maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, building and electrical units, and HVAC.
Current pool certification, or the ability to obtain certification, is required at properties with pool facilities.
Must possess or be able to obtain a certified pool operator license.

Nice To Haves

Hospitality experience.

Responsibilities

Lead Engineering employees, including hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluations.
Conduct walk-throughs and assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the hotel’s physical structure, mechanical and electrical systems, HVAC systems, and related equipment.
Ensure projects, routine maintenance, repairs, and replacement projects are completed promptly and according to brand standards and applicable building codes.
Obtain and present cost-effective proposals for maintaining or repairing hotel systems.
Perform guest-response and preventive-maintenance work orders as necessary.
Schedule preventive maintenance in guest rooms and public spaces in coordination with other departments to limit guest impact.
Ensure life-safety equipment and systems are inspected, tested, and certified according to code and applicable brand standards.
Assess critical situations, including fires, natural disasters, and major mechanical malfunctions, and facilitate an immediate, appropriate response.
Maintain effective preventive-maintenance and work-order programs using electronic systems such as Quore, PM Works, or brand-specific programs.
Organize materials, tools, and equipment for daily assignments.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Properly use, clean, maintain, and store tools.
Handle chemicals for designated uses and surfaces in accordance with Safety Data Sheets.
Ensure the key-security program is in place and followed.
Ensure property grounds are maintained.