Engineering Supervisor

Human Resources•Dallas, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists the Chief Engineer in managing all Engineering activities to ensure smooth operation of all systems and services required to meet Company standards to provide outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Builds and manages teams effectively.

Requirements

Vocational schooling, military training, certification and/or experience in building related trades required in one or more of the following areas: HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
Five or more years related progressively responsible hotel or building maintenance/facilities management experience with one year as Chief Engineer or Engineering Supervisor in a similar setting.
Requires knowledge and ability to complete reports, financial forecasts and budgets.
Must have strong working knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, roofs, building finishes, mechanical operations, energy management and Preventative Maintenance Programs.
Able to use mathematics to solve problems, prepare budgets, conduct analyses and prepare reports.
Requires strong computer skills including Word, Excel and Energy Management systems.
Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English to understand instructions, safety rules, and communicate with guests.
Must be able to read and understand blueprints, wiring schematics and technical manuals.
Able to work independently with minimal guidance and as part of a team.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Must maintain a clean appearance and professional demeanor.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Facility Management desired.
Bilingual ability to communicate in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include inspecting facilities for maintenance needs, interviewing, hiring, and training team members; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining team members; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Assists with planning department goals and directing team members to achieve results.
Participates in the hiring process by interviewing potential team members and recommending those that best meet staffing needs.
Ensures team members receive any required training or attends mandatory meetings.
Trains, develops, empowers, coaches and counsels, conducts performance and salary reviews, resolves problems, and communicates effectively.
Monitors day-to-day Engineering operations to ensure property is maintained to exceed guest expectations and meet or exceed property standards.
Implements and manages the maintenance program.
Ensures all local, state, and national codes and regulations are met to ensure safety, convenience, and satisfaction of guests and team members and to protect the assets and maintain property in excellent condition.
Maintain safe environment throughout hotel/resort and/or property for all team members and guests.
Acts as the safety coordinator and ensures all emergency equipment and systems are inspected, tested and certified per standards.
Provides team members with information about safe use of systems and structures.
Takes action to control expenses and maximize profitability within assigned areas.
Assists the Chief Engineer with budgeting, forecasting, inventory control, policy and procedure implementation and enforcement.
Utilizes computer programs to analyze reports.
Ensures property meets Engineering standards by circulating through each area of the property.
Reviews guest comments related to maintenance and facilities and ensure problems are corrected in a timely manner.
Maintains sufficient inventory of supplies and equipment and orders new supplies as needed.
Assists Chief Engineer with merit recommendations within budget or established guidelines.
Approves leave and time away from work within company policy.
Assists with or conducts pre-shift meetings with Engineering team members to review staff assignments and specific needs.
Responds to emergency crisis and ensures operational support areas are covered to provide excellent customer service.
Ensures hotel/resort and/or property engineering systems and equipment are monitored and maintained to function at optimum performance.