Chief Engineer

SUMMARY:

We are looking for a motivated candidate to develop, implement and manage emergency programs, programs for the operations & maintenance of all equipment and physical structures and landscaping in compliance with corporate/ franchise standards, local, state & national codes and regulations to protect the assets, guests and employees, to ensure optimum operations, minimize expenses and maximize customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Develop, implement and manage a maintenance program and negotiate maintenance contracts for the hotel, the grounds and all of the equipment in compliance with corporate/franchise standards and local, state and national codes and regulations to ensure the safety, convenience and satisfaction of all guests, managers and employees to protect the assets and maintain the property in first class condition.
• attract, retain and motivate the staff; hire, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, conduct performance and salary reviews, resolve problems, provide open communication vehicles, discipline and terminate, as appropriate.
• Develop, recommend, implement and manage the division's budget capital expenditure plan, forecasts and objectives consistent with maintaining a first class property and management's expectations.
• Develop, implement & direct all Emergency Programs; ensure all equipment is maintained, conduct inspections & drills, ensure compliance with all codes and regulations, train all employees and maintain accurate records to ensure a safe environment which protects the assets, guests and employees.
• Develop, implement and manage an energy conservation program for property to minimize expenses.
• Coordinate renovation bidding, define the cost and scope of the project and oversee the general contractor and subcontractors to ensure quality work is performed for minimal cost.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned. Participate in task forces and committees as requested.

REQUIREMENTS:

• More than two years of post-high school education, but less than a degree from a four- year college
• Experience required by position is from four to five years of employment in a related position with this company or other organization(s)
• Requires advanced knowledge of Building Management/Engineering. May require considerable working knowledge of other major areas in the hotel and the skill to integrate and communicate that information.
• Requires analyzing activities and/or information involving some original data manipulation or interpretation to arrive at logical conclusions.
• Requires management skills.
• Ability to provide information and associated services to hotel management and guests.

Schedule

• Must work weekends 8am - 5pm.

NOTICE:

Friendwell Managed Hotels function twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. As a part of the hospitality industry a hospitable service atmosphere must be maintained at all times. All employees are required to project a friendly, welcoming, and positive attitude.

Important Note: The Position detailed in this Description is not limited to the functions listed. You may be required to perform additional reasonable duties according to business needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years
• 4 years

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• Hotel: 3 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person