Engineering Supervisor (Hotel Maintenance)

Hersha Hospitality Management LP•Fort Lauderdale, FL

About The Position

The Engineering Supervisor performs general maintenance functions to ensure guest service and sustainability standards are achieved and maintained throughout the hotel. The role assists the Chief Engineer with associate support and supervision, oversees maintenance work and vendors, and helps keep hotel facilities, equipment, and life-safety systems in good working order. The position may provide a career path to Chief Engineer, Area Chief Engineer, and Regional Director of Engineering.

Requirements

Previous engineering or maintenance experience, or equivalent training.
Local or state certifications may be required.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including standing for extended periods; walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma and/or trade school coursework in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Chief Engineer in interviewing, selecting, training, scheduling, coaching, and supporting associates, and ensure their work meets brand or hotel standards and HHM core values.
Conduct room inspections and identify repair needs.
Manage and coordinate bids, quotes, and contracts for third-party vendors.
Oversee small projects or PIPs, and manage and report on work progress.
Install or repair sheetrock and other wall coverings; paint designated areas and items.
Install and replace basic electrical fixtures.
Install, replace, and program televisions.
Perform minor plumbing functions.
Replace and repair heating and cooling pumps, and perform preventive maintenance on units.
Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, complete work orders, and keep accurate records of preventive maintenance on rooms and equipment.
Maintain the building exterior and the curb appeal of the hotel grounds.
Refurbish, paint, and finish furniture and fixtures as needed.
Test, examine, and maintain the hotel’s life-safety systems to ensure they remain operational.
Maintain repair and preventive maintenance records and coordinate compliance with service contracts.
Perform and maintain work in accordance with local, state, and federal codes.
Monitor guest satisfaction scores and work to improve departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment, and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
Perform other duties as requested by management.