Chief Engineer ($58.25/hr)

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Job Description For Chief Engineer ($58.25/hr)

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What will I be doing?

• Assists and acts in the absence of the Director of Engineering to oversee the functionality and safety of the facility, including the physical buildings, mechanical equipment, electrical system/s, heating and cooling systems, life safety systems and grounds in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Assists in directing general construction and the installation, maintenance and repair of all electrical, mechanical and architectural systems throughout the facility to ensure operational efficiency and safety.
• Assigns, verifies and documents the completion of all routine maintenance and repairs in the property maintenance management system.
• Communicates with city/county/state officials to ensure the proper maintenance of permits and licenses, to coordinate required inspections and to ensure full compliance with codes, regulations and safety standards to protect the well-being of all guests and team members.
• Assists in the execution of capital projects and property rehabilitations.
• Assists in interviews, trains, supervises, counsels, schedules and evaluates staff.
  Other core functions of the position, include but are not limited to:
• Maintain a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times, while providing personalized service to hotel guests
• Communicate effectively with guests and fellow team members
• Ensure maintenance of tools and equipment in safe working condition
• Maintain records of types and frequency of maintenance
• Make approved purchases of supplies, equipment and services
• Maintain inventory
• Conduct regular safety inspections of the property

• 5years or more of progressive hotel or building management experience (typically with Hyatt)
  
• Engineering/Facility Management degree preferred
  
• Must have experience operating high pressure Steam Boilers, Chillers, HVAC systems - mandatory
  
• Engineering degree/diploma preferred or journeyman
  
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills: highly organized, results oriented with the ability to be flexible, and to work well under pressure, strong level of initiative required
  
• Strong technical abilities with Microsoft programs and familiarization with computerized maintenance systems an asset
  
• Leads by example by displaying a high standard of performance with the ability to communicate these expectations to the team to achieve above expectation results
  
• Must be highly safety conscious and actively involved in maintaining a safe work environment throughout the Hotel
  
• Experience in a unionized labor setting an asset
  
• Previous leadership experience in a similar role required
  
• Proven ability to oversee multiple projects with a focus on results
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and organizational skills
  
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving skills
  
• Highly responsible and reliable with exceptional attention to details
  
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team