Building Maintenance Manager

Study Hotels; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Chicago is seeking a Building Maintenance Manager to ensure operational efficiency and support hotel operations. The ideal candidate will have a background in building-related trades, leadership skills, and a commitment to guest experience, all while leveraging technology to enhance service delivery.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in maintenance at hotels preferred.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Carpentry.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain preventative maintenance procedures.
• Manage Engineering staff and ensure a proactive maintenance schedule.
• Maintain communication across departments for maintenance needs.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Vocational schooling or military training in building trades

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The Study at University of Chicagois currently seeking a highly organized and meticulous Building Maintenance Manager, who will utilize their broad knowledge of building systems and mechanical operations to ensure operational efficiency. In this role, you are an integral part of the team in supporting the hotel operations and establishing clear communication lines to deliver on brand standards and ensure a comfortable and thoughtful guest experience.

Our caring and attentive associates reinforce our principal belief that guest service is our highest priority. We have opportunities for energetic, service-oriented individuals who are experienced in providing efficient service and memorable experiences.

Salary Range: $78,000 - $88,000

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the property's preventative maintenance procedures for guest rooms, kitchen, equipment, public space, grounds, landscaping, building envelope, etc.
• Maintain open communications with all departments to become aware of maintenance needs and ensure a timely response.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of all building-related systems and equipment – HVAC, electrical, plumbing, kitchen furnishings, internet infrastructure, etc.
• Manage Engineering staff to ensure accountability, share knowledge of the building systems and equipment, and maintain a proactive maintenance schedule.
• Maintaina department checkbook and workwith Accounting to ensure the department operates within budgeted guidelines while maintaining required supplies and materials.
• Responds in a courteous and helpful tone to all guest and team member questions, complaints, or requests to deliver on brand standards and ensure a comfortable and thoughtful guest experience.

Fundamentals

• Education: Vocational schooling, military training, certification, and/or experience in building-related trades required in 1 or more of the following areas: HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Carpentry.
• Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience at a comparable location. Prior hotel experience preferred.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Remains current on technology advances and safety protocols and makes recommendations on new practices to implement.
• Demonstrated knowledge of hotel operations, security and safety programs, and maintenance scheduling.
• Effective leadership skills to engage, motivate and develop staff. Must be able to delegate, set priorities, utilize a team to execute short and long-term plans, and establish accountability in a team setting.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, including follow-up, time management, ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to positively communicate and interact with all hotel departments, external vendors, and guests.
• Study Hotels is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required.

About Us

The Study at University of Chicago, the third property of the Study Hotels brand, is located on the Midway Plaisance of the University of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois.

The 167-room hotel features areas of discovery and connection placed throughout for purposeful guest interaction, including custom writing desks complete with postcards to encouraging guests to connect with family and friends postage free. Guest rooms and public spaces are designed around a bright, uplifting palette, reflective of contemporary residential living.

Eligible full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Study Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, religion, disability, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.