Chief Engineer - Fairfield Inn Evansville East, In

Sign On Bonus Up To $1,000

Job Summary 

The Chief Engineer at the Fairfield Inn Evansville East, IN is responsible for ensuring the smooth daily operation of all building systems within the hotel. Consult blueprints or product manuals in order to service and repair boilers or air-conditioning motors. Supervise and assign staff to repair or instruct grounds crew to maintain outside landscaping. Manage maintenance team and participate in hiring, training and mentoring staff including evaluating team member's cumulative performance and noting areas for improvement. Maintain & report on budgeted operating and labor expenses.  

Qualification Standards 

Education & Experience:  

• At least 5 years of progressive facilities management experience in a luxury hotel or a related field, a 2 year college degree, or any combination thereof.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.  
• At least 5 years of related management experience.  
• Stationary Engineer's license if required by local code.  
• HVAC, electrical, plumbing, boiler operations and general maintenance skills required.  
• Valid Driver License

 
Physical requirements:

• Long hours sometimes required.
• Heavy work - exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. 

General Requirements  

• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.  
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.  
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.  
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.  
• Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.  
• Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required.  
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with hotel standards. Scheduling will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing nametags.  
• Comply with hotel standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.  
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.  
• Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.  
• Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives. 
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information. 
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. 

 
Chief Engineer 
  
Fundamental Requirements:

• Develop and implement plans to maintain property, equipment, grounds and other assets in a safe and acceptable state of repair.  
• Ensure the hotel is in compliance with all local, state and federal laws.  
• Supervise and train all Engineering staff in Customer Service, Empowerment, Standard Operating Procedures and Loss Prevention.  
• Supervise Assistant Engineer on all required staff schedules, performance metrics, training etc.  
• Create and adhere to annual budget for department.  
• Assist in developing financial forecasts and actively participate in monthly profit/loss review meetings.  
• Create and implement preventative maintenance program for all hotel equipment.  
• Ensure all emergency and life safety equipment and systems are inspected, tested and certified per hotel standards.
• Actively participate in energy conservation programs.  
• Review all guest and meeting planner reviews to ensure problems are identified and corrected in a timely manner.  
• Ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  
• Assist with the administration of all vendor contracts controlled by the engineering department.  
• Ensure that room maintenance requests are handled in a prompt and courteous manner.  
• Follow up on all alarms immediately to determine the exact location and cause. Determine emergency status and report findings to Front Desk. Take immediate action as necessary.  
• Assist as necessary with special projects and renovations.
• Participate in hotel safety committee.