Hotel Chief Engineer

Woodbury Corporation•Lincoln, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the hotel engineering department, attaining hotel and departmental goals, and adhering to company standards. Supervises, develops and maintains ongoing maintenance operation for hotel, including refrigeration, heating, plumbing, water treatment, preventive maintenance, hotel rooms, HVAC units, ice machines, pools, lighting, kitchen equipment, emergency generators, water softeners, switch rooms, roof exhausts, electrical substations, etc.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
At least 3 years of experience performing engineering/general maintenance duties
Has a strong working knowledge of and passion for hospitality engineering.
Displays a strong hands-on approach; thrives in guest and colleague interactions.
Thinks critically and objectively; has excellent problem solving skills and has the ability to make quick decisions based on business demands; manages multiple priorities and deadlines to accomplish goals in a timely manner.
Understands and applies federal and state employment laws.
Is technologically savvy, with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
All colleagues must maintain a neat, and well-groomed appearance (specific standards will be provided).

Nice To Haves

engineering management or supervisory experience a plus
Technical certifications in electrical, plumbing or other related fields are a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform the duties of maintenance associates as needed.
Respond to maintenance requests and work orders in an expedient, professional manner.
Interact with guests to ensure satisfaction; handle problem escalation as necessary.
Train, mentor, counsel and discipline colleagues.
After hours on-call availability if an issue arises; available nights and weekends.
Seek continual improvement for the department and hotel.
Monitor the hotel's electrical, plumbing, mechanical, pool, lighting, and HVAC systems.
Maintain hotel shuttle (as appropriate to the hotel) in good working condition.
Inspect hotel for signs of necessary preventative maintenance; monitor usable life of all furniture, fixtures and equipment to ensure maximum efficiency and to plan for capital purchases.
Manage HVAC, elevator, landscape and other service contractors, including monitoring and negotiating contract agreements as necessary.
Order tools, parts and materials; manages inventory.
Respond or perform duties of a groundskeeper including snow removal.
Maintain all maintenance records and accurate tracking of expenses, both costs and capital items; prepares annual maintenance budget.
Ensure hotel compliance with all municipal, provincial and federal regulations relating to operational functions, fire and safety programs.
Responsible for all emergency services; maintain an emergency plan for systems back up.
Conduct loss prevention inspections as needed and ensures timely follow-up to required improvements.
Comply with all policies, procedures and regulations that relate to the local, state and federal laws.