Chief Engineer

Ensure optimum property conditions and efficiencies while providing a clean, safe, and comfortable environment to Owners, Guests, and staff. Provide strong leadership and the proactive development and implementation of policies, procedures, systems, processes, and controls related to the safe and successful management and operation of the entire Maintenance Department and building facility. Develop and grow the team and assist them in the execution of the action plans designed to maintain the facility and company assets and deliver quality service. Implement financial and operational initiatives, inspect building facilities, oversee facilities improvements, negotiate contracts, and manage and execute projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Overall property maintenance from buildings, grounds, common areas to units, including renovations that builds quality and value to owners, guests, and staff.
• Survey, investigate, and inspect facility on a regular basis to assess necessary maintenance and improvements, evaluate progress on planned work, and anticipate next steps.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain a Preventative Maintenance (PM) Program.
• Establish daily, weekly, monthly, and annual work schedules for AOAO PM tasks and capital projects.
• Oversee work done by AOAO project managers, contractors, vendors, and other service providers. Monitor performance and enforce the terms of contracts. Prioritize and incorporate owner service requests. Manage capital projects in a timely and fiscally responsible manner.
• Maintain all maintenance records and blueprints of the facility.
• Prepare department relevant annual budgets. Operate property in a fiscally responsible manner. Manage purchasing procedures that include quality, cost, and quantities to ensure beneficial results.
• Maintain sufficient material and equipment for the Maintenance Department and conduct a monthly inventory. Ensure adequate material and parts to meet the needs of day to day operational and emergencies. Oversee and manage accountability of building supplies, equipment, and assets.
• Manage and exercise control over all day-to-day operations of the Maintenance Department and landscape contractor.
• Maintains open communications with General Manager, staff, Owners, and Guests.
• Maintains all standards, guidelines and required compliance with regulations.
• Provides quality customer service while assuring clean, safe, and well-maintained front and back of house areas.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in the capacity of Engineering Managerial role of a full-service hotel, condominium resort, or like properties.
• Engineering degree (BS), Certified Engineering Operations Executive certification, or any other combination of education, training, or experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.
• Technical knowledge, communication, leadership, organization, strategic planning, team management, customer service, problem solving.
• Working knowledge of all trades required and complete understanding and practice of Engineering SOPs.
• In-depth knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems, carpentry, paint, and vinyl expertise, and Life Safety Systems.
• Knowledge of ADA, OSHA and environmental requirements of EPA, CFC, toxic waste, recycling, and engineering SOPs.
• Proficient in MS Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Familiar with PMS Programs: Metasys, Visionline, Inncom
• Exceptional proficiency in both oral and written communication.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and available 24/7 for emergencies.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Forklift Certification

Working Conditions

This job requires walking around, indoors and outdoors, and computer desk work. High-level customer service is necessary to build relationships with Owners, Guests, and staff.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and converse with employees, maintain a stationary position (standing and sitting), move/traverse, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms for extended periods of time. The worker may be required to operate in close quarters, crawl spaces, small rooms, and narrow aisles and passageways.

Direct Reports

Supervise 10-15 employees. Positions include Maintenance, Painting, Water Features, and Landscape.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to cover or contain all comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

• Annual salary commensurate with applicant’s skills, experience, and/or education
• Health Insurance (Dental, Medical, Prescription, Vision)
• Paid Holidays, Sick, Vacation, Wellness and Medical Leave
• Retirement Plan (401K)
• Recognition and Award Programs
• Ohana work environment
• And many opportunities for growth through our training and development programs!

The Whaler is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

Work Location: In person