Director of Engineering

Sheraton Bloomington Hotel•Bloomington, MN

7d•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Maintain the facilities for the hotels, including the physical building structure, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems, and related equipment in accordance with energy conservation and preventative maintenance programs. Ensure the upkeep of guest areas to maintain attractive hotels.

Requirements

Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.
Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
Most tasks are performed in a team environment with the employee acting as a team leader.
Must possess basic computer skills.
Must have a thorough knowledge of all types of mechanical equipment such as chillers, boilers, water softeners, and refrigeration equipment.
Must have thorough knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems, maintenance of records of power, water, and fuel consumption.
Must have experience in office procedures, ordering materials, securing bids, and of city codes and other applicable building laws, building construction, blueprint reading, etc.

Nice To Haves

Must have basic knowledge of building codes.

Responsibilities

Conduct walk-throughs and visually assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structures of the hotels, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems and any other related equipment.
Verify completion of all routine maintenance on public spaces, meeting rooms, ballrooms, outlets, back of the house spaces, and grounds. Verify completion of all repairs, replacement, and renovation projects to all areas interior and exterior for the hotels.
Assist in hiring, training, supervising, and disciplining department staff, and all other staff under direction of the Engineering Department, such as painters, upholsterers, and groundskeepers.
Adhere to all corporate-required purchasing policies and controls, including, but not limited to, all outside contractor bids, budgets, and schedules. Follow prescribed safety procedures for personnel and equipment by the company and OSHA.
Maintain effective Energy Management and Preventive Maintenance programs and conduct special training for other operating departments on the safe and efficient use of equipment and energy in the hotels.
Supervise necessary repairs and maintenance throughout the hotels.
Prepare technical data, bidding, project work, alterations, and repairs for properties.
Actively train in fire prevention, environmental health and safety, and engineering systems. Attend all meetings regarding hotels operations, i.e., department, fire, safety, health, and quality improvement.
Oversee daily and weekly payrolls.
Prepare departmental manpower schedules.
Attend morning walk arounds as required.