Job description

Reporting Relationship: General Manager | FLSA Status: Exempt

POSITION INCLUDES A HIRING / SIGN-ON BONUS THAT IS PAID AT THE COMPLETION OF YOUR 90-DAY INTRODUCTORY PERIOD.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of the entire hotel facility, including equipment, tools and facilities to ensure guest service and sustainability standards are achieved and maintained throughout the hotel. This includes oversight of construction, maintenance or repair activities in carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical, air conditioning/heating and landscaping areas. Manage duties and functions as it relates to decision making, organizing, planning, controlling, communicating and directing the Engineering department.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meet all operational standards related to the Engineering Department.
• Conduct walk-throughs and visually assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the hotel structure, systems and equipment.
• Establish and maintain Rooms and Public Area Preventive Maintenance Program and consistently keep updated records.
• Act in concert with hotel management team and property General Manager.
• Hire, train, supervise, coach and counsel associates, including managers.
• Ensure grounds are maintained to create superior curb appeal.
• Implement hotel’s safety and emergency policies and procedures (ie evacuations, first aid, etc) to including removing all safety hazards, following company’s OSHA Hazcom program and safe lifting techniques.
• Provide adequate inventory of parts, supplies, tools and materials for the department.
• Establish and maintain an efficient inventory and purchasing system.
• Maintain current permits and licenses for building and physical plant.
• Work and coordinate all activities, as needed, with 3rd party vendors, particularly those needed for physical plant and maintenance functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including those needed to participate in overall leadership of the hotel.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Previous hotel engineering experience required, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, commercial kitchen and general building construction
• Vocational training, associate’s degree, certification and/or apprenticeship in one or more area; state certification or licensure where required
• Must be able to read and interpret drawings, diagrams and blue prints. Read and understand test equipment and measuring devices
• Strong business communication skills verbal and written
• Strong presentation skills and ability to train hourly staff members
• High work ethic and self-initiative
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suite
• Some travel may be required
• Regular attendance according to established guidelines
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the property
• Must possess basic computational ability
• Focus and maintain attention to multiple tasks and priorities, and complete work assignments on time despite frequent interruptions, including in high pressure situations
• Ability to maintain excellent relationships with staff and maintain staff and guest confidentiality at all times
• Ability to converse calmly with upset associates, superiors and guests in intense emotional situations
• Ability to participate in, and lead departmental and/or hotel team meetings
• Understanding and adherence to Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) documents, as well as hotel safety procedures

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sit, stand and walk for varying lengths of time
• Lift approximately fifty (50) pounds
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, pulling, pushing, listening and hearing ability and visual ability
• Must have finger dexterity to be able to operate office equipment such as computers, printers, multi-line tone tone phone, filing cabinets, photocopiers and other office equipment as needed
• This job description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions that are required of an employee in this position. Therefore, other duties may be asked of an employee in this position from time to time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $88,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• In-person

COVID-19 considerations:
The hotel is managed by Remington Hotels under license from Marriott International. The company complies with Marriott International COVID-19 requirements including Marriott's Commitment to Clean standards.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hopkins, MN 55305: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Carpentry: 1 year (Preferred)
• Plumbing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Mechanic experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Hotel experience: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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