Engineering Supervisor

Hei Hotels Inc.; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

401(k) Matching

Discount Programs

Job summary

HEI Hotels and Resorts in Cleveland is seeking an experienced Building Engineer to maintain all hotel systems and premises, ensuring safety and compliance with brand standards. You will manage energy use, perform preventative maintenance, and support operations during a 2 pm–10 pm schedule with weekend variation.

The role involves supervising engineering staff, coordinating with vendors, and upholding Life Safety, IT, and mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• Vocational schooling, military training, certification and/or experience in building related trades.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience at a comparable location.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, including security and safety programs, budgeting and long-range planning.
• Be skilled in HVAC, electrical, carpentry, drywalling, painting, plumbing, roofing, and landscaping.

Responsibilities

• Assume control of the Engineering Department when the Chief Engineer is not available.
• Understand all building related systems and equipment including Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Life Safety, IT and more.
• Follow preventative maintenance procedures for guestrooms, public spaces, and grounds.
• Supervise, train, and assign tasks to engineering staff to maximize productivity.
• Ensure compliance with brand standards, SOPs, and applicable codes.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Job description

About Us

Come join our winning hospitality team, we invite you to be part of Cleveland's future! The Westin Cleveland is a stunning 484 room hotel located in the heart of downtown Cleveland, around the corner from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Great Lakes Science Center and Cleveland Convention Center. For sports lovers, the Huntington Bank Field and Rocket Mortgage Field House Arena are less than a mile away. This beautiful property features refined spaces highlighting dynamic works from local artists adding a touch of class and sophistication to our hotel lobby. Here at The Westin Cleveland, we are looking for individuals who have a passion for outstanding service and creating memorable experiences for our guests to visit us again and again! 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

Salary Range: $34.00 - $35.00 Hourly

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No

Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Overview

Maintain all building related systems and the building premises to ensure the safety of hotel guests, associates and vendors. Ensure compliance with Westin Standards, 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. This position's typical work week is 2 pm to 10 pm from Wednesday - Friday; 8 am to 4 pm on Saturday; Monday and Tuesday off. Schedules are based on the business requirements of the hotel; however, it is anticipated that this would be the general schedule most weeks.

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 R, Kitchen, Laundry, 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

• Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Vision insurance programs through EyeMed
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs
• pet insurance through the ASPCA
• Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability plans
• 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds
• discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs
• 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.