Director of Engineering

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants • Palm Springs, CA

12d

About The Position

In this role you'll work with the Regional Director of Engineering and the property General Manager to supervise the Engineering Department. Responsibilities include maintaining all equipment, systems, and building components. In addition, you'll be responsible for management and decision-making authority for daily operations and leading property engineering teams.

Requirements

• A high school diploma and trade school experience preferred.
• 4+ years of hotel maintenance/engineering experience with 2+ years of management experience.
• High-rise Fire Safety, CFC, and chemical testing certifications.
• Proficient in electrical, HVAC, plumbing, locksmith, refrigeration, welding, boiler maintenance, chillers, and carpentry (with a proven electrical and mechanical aptitude!)
• Maintain accurate readings and logs.
• Ability to read blueprints and define areas quickly.
• Be proficient in MS Office and other basic platforms.
• Basic management abilities and be able to make reasonable decisions.

Responsibilities

• Operate, repair, and maintain all pumps, boilers, motors, chillers, electrical systems, refrigeration systems, lighting, hotel appliances, and the hotel physical plant.
• Paint all surfaces and equipment, make minor wall covering repairs, and minor furniture touch-ups.
• Perform minor construction work, repair and maintain the lock and key systems, and replace lightbulbs, fixtures, televisions, and radios.
• Lead staff (for those properties that have staff) by conducting performance evaluations, holding monthly departmental meetings, leading training on both technical and safety systems, building and maintaining your team.
• Maintain open and positive relationship with the People & Culture Department.
• Maintain par stocks of essential parts and associated materials and products used for operating, repairing, and maintaining the hotel. Notify your supervisor when parts are needed by using the proper requisition system or want list as appropriate, including purchasing.
• Maintain accurate logs of equipment tests, such as fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, fire extinguishers, etc. Repair and preventative maintenance logs, monthly reports, daily walk reports, meter readings, etc.
• Responsible for ensuring that contacts with project contractors and salesmen are conducted in a professional manner and in accordance with Kimpton Group standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees