Chief Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Two to four years related experience and/or training; Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• The associate must be able to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the associate is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; chemicals; paint; dust and risk of electrical shock.
• The associate is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The associate works in an environment open to the general public.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervises associates in the Engineering department; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining associates
• Trouble shoot and repair equipment and systems, not limited to HVAC, fire suppression system, boilers/chillers, PTAC’s, guest internet/TV and related wiring/cabling.
• Perform appropriate repairs within the facility, not limited to painting and wallpaper repair, tub and sink repair, outlet and bulb replacement, woodworking, concrete and tile repair.
• Ensure swimming pool and spa maintenance duties are performed according to manufacturer specifications and local Health Department Regulations.
• Maintain preventative maintenance schedule for all public space, guest rooms and equipment, i.e. laundry equipment, heating and air conditioner units, ice machines, fire extinguishers, fire/smoke alarms, kitchen appliances and plumbing. Maintenance is performed as required by the manufacturer and in accordance with warranty specifications.
• Train Engineering and Front Office staff on sprinkler and fire alarm procedures.
• Assist with outdoor seasonal work including lawn, maintenance of landscape beds, parking lot cleanliness and snow removal.
• Conduct quarterly fire drills and assist in annual OSHA/Safety training for associates.
• Review, analyze and report on preventative maintenance results of all key property areas including grounds, guest rooms, common areas, pools, equipment and systems.
• Coordinate work assignments and maintain records on completed and pending work orders.
• Maintain up to date records and files.
• Maintain proper staffing levels through appropriate hiring and scheduling.
• Manage department expenses including but not limited to payroll and inventories while adhering to budgeted goals.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the engineering shop and any other areas that work may be performed, as well as the Engineering office and surrounding areas
• Ensure communication of changes in room status with Front Desk and Housekeeping.
• Assist other departments as needed.
• Perform activities of associates supervised.
• Ensure effective departmental communication through logs, daily stand up meetings and monthly department meetings.
• Perform a variety of administrative tasks including maintaining an accurate inventory of supplies, maintaining department budget, handling any accounting and purchasing functions.
• Provide information pertaining to hours and available services of the hotel, i.e. restaurant, lounge, room service.
• Assist in checking all fixtures, equipment and conditions (lights, music, heating/cooling, furniture, wallpaper, etc.) for proper operations, settings and maintenance. Report deficiencies.