Chief Engineer

We are currently looking for an experienced Hotel Chief Engineer to join our team! The Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront is located in the beautiful Riverfront Wilmington district of Wilmington, Delaware. Our hotel sports 114 guest rooms, including suites, located on Justison Street, a short walk from restaurants and attractions.

Essential Job Functions

• Directly responsible for the maintenance and operation of all the equipment on the property site and the building structure itself. This includes refrigeration and air conditioning, the fire alarm system, boilers, primary and secondary power systems, and emergency generators.
• Responsible for the aesthetics of the exterior and interior of the building, continuously evaluates remodeling projects. Scheduling labor and material for remodeling and refurbishing projects.
• Scheduling department personnel to maintain 24-hour day coverage for preventative maintenance on building and equipment including external utilities such as water, power, gas, sewer, and also internal utilities, power systems and fire protection.
• Prepares work schedules in accordance with forecasted occupancy.
• Oversee the development of the team members and conduct performance reviews throughout the year
• Periodically train new and current employees while having the ability to coach and give constructive feedback
• Implements policies and procedures to ensure energy conservation throughout the hotel
• Conducts department meetings/training on a regular basis in conjunction with Onix Hospitality's standards and Brand standards including maintenance techniques and safe use of cleaning products.
• Responsible to insure that Onix Hospitalitys standards and Brand standards are met in all physical areas of the hotel including outside the building.
• Responsible for monitoring compliance with state building codes and regulations, OSHA safety codes and adherence to Fire Department standards of safety and evacuation procedures.
• Cooperates with all Department Heads, sets up departmental meetings, supervisory meetings and internal departmental meetings.
• Monitors any new construction. Interacts as necessary with designers, architects, contractors, and public utilities, the Fire Department, Health Department, insurance agencies, and OSHA. Works with Department Heads in preparing budgets. Prepares new work orders for construction projects, as well as monitoring requisitioned supplies and equipment for the Maintenance and Engineering Departments.
• Coordinates hotel emergency procedures, in conjunction with General Manager. Develop an effective emergency plan for hotel. Conduct drills with staff. Train staff on the operation of emergency systems and equipment. Train all MOD's on emergency procedures, equipment, water and electrical shutoff etc. Schedule regular inspection and maintenance of all emergency equipment (kitchen hood extinguisher, fire extinguisher, alarm systems etc.).
• Confers closely with the General Manager and takes every opportunity to become familiar with all aspects of the hotel in order to assist guests wherever required.
• Keeps General Manager promptly informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance.
• Performs performance appraisals on all direct reports as required.
• This is a hands-on position requiring working shifts - and availability to work weekends, holidays and flexibility when called in for emergencies.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Chief Engineer or Assistant Chief Engineer position preferred.
• Experience with food and beverage equipment desirable.
• Certifications in the major engineering disciplines (electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, and plumbing) preferred.
• Experience in pools, spas, AC, drywall, and plumbing is required.
• An ability to learn and understand highly technical subjects.
• An ability and desire to continue learning and updating skills.
• An ability to act responsibly and ethically.
• High level of comprehension with using Microsoft Office Products: Word, PowerPoint, Excel
• The ability to learn multiple computer software systems and accurately input information into systems.
• A sincere willingness to provide service to guests, and peers.
• Good organizational skills, with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to function well under pressure, set priorities and adjust to changing conditions.
• High work ethic, with a sense of responsibility for the role filled within our team.

• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holidays