Assistant Chief Engineer - Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando LBV South

Sierra Lodgings Inc; Kissimmee (FL); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Sierra Lodgings Inc. seeks an Assistant Chief Engineer to lead the engineering team, manage daily maintenance, and uphold safety and performance of our hotel facilities on site in Kissimmee.

The role emphasizes preventative maintenance, project planning, budgeting, and responsive service to guests. Candidates need HVAC/electrical/plumbing knowledge, strong leadership, independent judgment, and the ability to work flexible schedules, including holidays and weekends.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED; 2 years’ experience in engineering and maintenance or related professional area.
• HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing knowledge and experience.
• Strong English communication; second language is a plus.
• Able to work flexible schedules including holidays and weekends.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Aufgaben

• Supervises the day-to-day operations of Engineering.
• Maintains and operates equipment at optimum effectiveness, efficiency, and safety.
• Assist the staff and management in handling requests for service calls and dispatching appropriate staff.
• Assists in planning, scheduling, and evaluating preventative maintenance programs.
• Ensures compliance with Engineering departmental policies, standards, and procedures.
• Manages department expenses to meet budgeted goals.
• Participates in procurement and management of engineering supplies and equipment.
• Inspects and evaluates the physical condition of facilities to determine work required.
• Recommends or arranges for services like painting, renovations, and replacement of furnishings.
• Follows Safety Data Sheets and Occupational Health & Safety regulations.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Guest service mindset

Team player

Problem solving

Independent judgment

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

HVAC systems knowledge

Jobbeschreibung

Scope of PositionThe Assistant Chief Engineer plays a vital role in ensuring the functionality, safety, and efficiency of our facilities. He/she is responsible for the ongoing maintenance, projects, repair, and preventative maintenance of the hotel with a focus on improving efficiency, profitability, and service levels.Position RequirementsMinimum 3 years of progressive management experience in a hotel preferred.Minimum 5 years of experience in hotel/building services or other appropriate engineering fields.Knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, and electrical, is required.Knowledge of hotel fire standards and procedures.Knowledge on water treatment, hydraulics, mechanics, chillers, air flows, H.V.A.C., electronics, sound, TV, lighting, elevators, boilers, pumps, etc.Ability to work independently and exercise judgment to resolve personnel and production concerns that arise, with minimal supervision.Possess outstanding guest service skills and leadership capability.Ability to operate a motor vehicle.ResponsibilitiesSupervises the day-to-day operations of Engineering.Maintains and operates equipment at optimum effectiveness, efficiency, and safety.Assist the staff and management in handling requests for service calls, evaluating requests, and dispatching appropriate staff and contractors.Assists in effectively planning, scheduling, and evaluating preventative maintenance programs.Ensures compliance with all Engineering departmental policies, standards, and procedures.Manages department's controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.Participate in the procurement and management of engineering supplies, parts, and equipment.Inspect and evaluate the physical condition of facilities to determine the type of work required.Recommend or arrange for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment.Knowledge of Safety Data Sheets, product labeling, proper storing, and handling of materials.Follows Occupational Health & Safety regulations.Ensure all daily standup meetings are conducted.Actively participate in training and continuing education of Engineering staff.Ensure Associates receive ongoing training to understand their job tasks and guest expectations.Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring Associates; conduct performance appraisals, coach and counsel, progressive corrective action, motivate, develop, and train.Supervises associate's ability to execute departmental and property emergency procedures.Perform any other reasonable duties as required by management.EducationHigh school diploma or GED; 2 years’ experience in engineering and maintenance or related professional area; experience in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.Skills and AbilitiesAbility to communicate in the English language. Second language is a plus.Must be a team player.Able to work flexible schedules including holidays and weekends and able to perform multiple tasks.Experience using software programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).Able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions.Physical RequirementsMust be able to work in a fast-paced environment.Must be physically fit to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and push carts weighing 50 pounds or more.Requires standing/walking/reaching and bending throughout shift.