Hotel Chief Engineer \ Hotel Indigo West Chester
About The Position
The Hotel Chief Engineer leads the maintenance department and is responsible for the overall maintenance, operation, and functionality of the hotel’s physical plant and engineering systems. The role oversees maintenance staff, projects, safety compliance, and preventative maintenance programs. It is a hands-on position that includes working shifts and being available for weekends, holidays, and emergency call-ins. The Chief Engineer may also serve as Manager on Duty when senior management is not present. The Chief Engineer manages the hotel’s equipment and building systems, including refrigeration and air conditioning, fire alarms, boilers, primary and secondary power systems, and emergency generators. The position also oversees the building’s interior and exterior aesthetics, remodeling and refurbishing projects, and the maintenance of external and internal utilities. The role works with department heads on budgets and coordinates with contractors, architects, designers, public utilities, government agencies, and other relevant parties. The position develops and implements energy-conservation procedures and ensures that hotel and brand standards, building codes, OSHA requirements, fire safety standards, and evacuation procedures are followed. It also coordinates emergency procedures with the General Manager, develops emergency plans, conducts staff drills and training, and schedules inspections and maintenance of emergency equipment. The Chief Engineer keeps the General Manager informed of significant problems and assists guests as needed. Onix Hospitality owns and manages eight hotels across the Mid-Atlantic region and Florida, with more than 1,000 hotel rooms and over half a million customers served annually.
Requirements
- Proven experience in hotel maintenance or a similar role.
- Strong leadership and managerial skills.
- Knowledge of building systems, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire protection systems.
- Familiarity with relevant codes, regulations, and safety standards.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to push, pull, move, lift, and/or carry at least 50 pounds a minimum of 5 feet.
- Ability to reach overhead, climb, crouch, and twist.
- Reliability and willingness to work long hours, holidays, and weekends.
- Ability to speak and write English in an understandable manner.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the maintenance staff, including interviewing, training, supervising, counseling, scheduling, and evaluating employees.
- Manage the maintenance, operation, and functionality of the hotel’s physical plant, building structure, equipment, and engineering systems.
- Maintain refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment, fire alarm systems, boilers, power systems, and emergency generators.
- Oversee the interior and exterior aesthetics of the building and evaluate remodeling projects.
- Schedule labor and materials for remodeling and refurbishing projects.
- Implement preventative maintenance and energy-conservation programs.
- Conduct department meetings and training in accordance with Onix Hospitality and brand standards, including maintenance techniques and safe use of cleaning products.
- Ensure hotel physical areas meet Onix Hospitality and brand standards.
- Monitor compliance with state building codes, OSHA safety codes, Fire Department safety standards, and evacuation procedures.
- Coordinate with department heads and hold departmental and supervisory meetings.
- Monitor new construction and interact with designers, architects, contractors, public utilities, the Fire Department, the Health Department, insurance agencies, and OSHA as needed.
- Work with department heads to prepare budgets.
- Prepare work orders for construction projects and monitor requisitioned supplies and equipment for the Maintenance and Engineering Departments.
- Coordinate hotel emergency procedures with the General Manager and develop an effective emergency plan.
- Conduct staff emergency drills and train staff on emergency systems and equipment; train Managers on Duty on emergency procedures and equipment, including water and electrical shutoffs.
- Schedule regular inspection and maintenance of emergency equipment, including kitchen hood extinguishers, fire extinguishers, and alarm systems.
- Keep the General Manager informed of problems or significant unusual matters and assist guests as needed.
- Work shifts and remain available for weekends, holidays, and emergency call-ins.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their families
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Short-term disability and maternity leave options
- Personal and family medical leave
- Company-provided life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- Employee perks program
- Discounted entertainment tickets through Tickets At Work
- Tuition reimbursement
- In-facility training and in-service programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free will and estate preparation services
- Optional legal and identity protection services
- Verizon Wireless discount
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
