Engineering Supervisor

The Hotel at Avalon; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimpton Sylvan Hotel in Atlanta, GA seeks an Engineering Supervisor to maintain all building systems, ensure safety, and oversee the engineering team on-site. The role requires leadership, preventive maintenance, and strong knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and life-safety systems.

Experience in hotel operations and budget planning is preferred; the candidate must be able to manage documentation, brand procedures, and vendor relationships while maintaining energy efficiency across the

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience at a comparable location.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.

Responsibilities

• Assume control of the Engineering Department when the Chief Engineer is not available.
• Maintain all building systems and envelopes ensuring safety and energy efficiency.
• Supervise, train, and assign tasks to engineering staff; monitor budgets and inventories.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Leadership

Budget forecasting

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Engineering SupervisorApply: On-Site: Kimpton Sylvan Hotel - Atlanta, GA: Full time: Posted Today: JR119138**About Us**Here in the Empire City of the South, Kimpton Sylvan Hotel stands poised between skyscrapers and tree-canopied estates. Originally constructed in 1952, Kimpton Sylvan is newly reimagined as a boutique hotel perfect for business and leisure travelers alike. Its design pays homage to the building’s mid-century roots while looking forward with bold, contemporary art and accents. Of course, design is only the beginning. We’ve brought a taste of the Buckhead experience right inside our walls. Join us at our restaurant, an old-school supper club serving modern takes on continental American classics. Step up to an elevated bar for a signature Old Fashioned. Wander out to our whimsical garden bar for a glass of wine under thick foliage of mature trees. In fact, the arboreal abundance in our back yard inspired the name \"Sylvan\"—derived from the Latin word \"silva,\" meaning forest. Upstairs, our rooftop bar is a starlit wind-down before retiring to your guestroom. We can’t wait to welcome you to timeless hospitality, Kimpton Sylvan style.Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization! We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.**Compensation**### Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No### Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No**Overview**Maintain all building related systems and the building envelop to ensure the safety of hotel guests, associates and vendors. Ensure compliance with company Engineering Assumptions/Culture, preventative maintenance programs and procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, Mission Vision and Values as well as all Building/Fire/Health Department codes. Maintain building complex as energy efficiency as possible constantly looking for ways to save energy.### **Essential Duties and Responsibilities*** Assume control of the Engineering Department when the Chief Engineer is not available.* Understand all building related systems and equipment – Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Life Safety, IT, HVAC and Kitchen, Laundry, Pool, etc.* Follow company preventative maintenance procedures and guidelines for guestrooms, equipment, public space, grounds, landscaping, and building envelop, etc.* Maintain engineering related check book accounting procedures to ensure department operates with-in budgeted guidelines while maintaining required stock of supplies and materials.* Interview, hire, train, recommend performance evaluations, resolve problems, provide open communication, and recommend discipline and/or termination when appropriate.* Effectively supervise, train, and assign tasks to and follow-up with engineering staff to ensure maximum productivity.* Understand the engineering records and filing system to support RandM Budget, PM Programs, Capital Budget, Capital Projects, Life Safety Systems and Inspections, etc.* Monitor and maintain all Engineering Spaces in a safe, clean, organized, energy efficient manner.* Tour hotel complex daily identifying items requiring engineering, housekeeping or other departmental actions.* Considered the property expert on all Life Safety related items, trains all managers in these areas.* Understand all Brands related issues and procedures; as well as all Brand related GSS, GSI, AYS, DTS problem tracking procedures and is working to correct them.* Basic understanding of elementary accounting procedures.* Basic understanding of PC operation and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and internet use.* Ability to remain calm in stressful situations, seen as a strong leader throughout the hotel.* Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.* Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.**Qualifications and Skills*** 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.* 3+ years of hands-on experience at a comparable location.* Hotel experience preferred.* Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.* Be skilled in several areas such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, dry walling, painting, plumbing, roofing, and landscaping with or without reasonable accommodation.* ADA related Physical Demand Section: Frequent walking, climbing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, smiling, writing, at times working in cramped noisy locations susceptible to extreme hot and cold temperatures with or without reasonable accommodation.* Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and to ensure accomplishment of goals. Able to set priorities, plan, organize, and delegate.* Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.## **Benefits**HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you! For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.### HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.