Operating Engineer (Hotel Facilities & Maintenance)

VH Hospitality; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-Sponsored medical insurance

Dental & Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Bonus

Central Pension Fund of the IUOE

Job summary

VH Hospitality is seeking an Operating Engineer for Double Tree Bloomington Minneapolis South - Franchise. You will respond to guest room calls, take charge during watch, service and repair boiler and supporting equipment, and perform general maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and carpentry tasks.

The role requires First Class C boilers license and CFC certification, with availability across all shifts and adherence to safety standards within a 24/7 hotel operation.

Qualifications

• Must hold a First Class C boilers license or higher.
• CFC Certification required or obtainable on appointment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to guest room calls as required.
• Take charge of a watch and duties during watch.
• Service and repair equipment under Operating Engineer scope.
• Maintain all hotel buildings and equipment.
• Perform general maintenance across disciplines (carpentry, mechanics, plumbing, electrical, finish work).
• Prioritize work orders to minimize guest disruption.
• Complete preventative maintenance procedures.
• Assist other departmental crafts as assigned.
• Part of Fire Alarm Response Team.
• Participate in OSHA/Safety programs.
• Assist with Hotel Emergency Evacuation Team as needed.
• Adhere to safety standards and promote cordial collaboration.
• Handle projects assigned by Hotel Manager or Senior Maintenance Engineer.

Skills

Good communication

Guest communication

Mechanical/electrical systems

Safety procedures

Critical thinking

Equipment identification and reading

Technology navigation

Education

First Class C boilers license

CFC Certification

Tools

Boiler control systems

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Description

TITLE: Operating Engineer

DEPARTMENT: Engineering

REPORTS TO: Director of Engineering or Hotel Manager

LOCATION: Double Tree Bloomington Minneapolis South - Franchise

JOB SUMMARY

• Respond to guest room calls as required.
• Take charge of a watch and perform the duties required on the job during the watch.
• Service and repair equipment falling under the jurisdiction of the Operating Engineer.
• Maintain all buildings and equipment throughout the hotel.
• Perform general repairs and services in all maintenance related disciplines, including but not limited to; carpentry, mechanics, plumbing, minor electrical, finish work, etc.
• Prioritize work orders through urgent requests and established hotel area down times in order to minimize inconveniencing guests.
• Complete any and all assigned preventative maintenance procedures.
• Assist other departmental craft workers, as assigned.
• Perform all duties required as Fire Alarm Response Team.
• Participate in OSHA/Safety programs within the hotel
• Assist as needed with the Hotel’s Emergency Evacuation Team
• Adhere to hotel safety standards
• Highly motivated self-starter.
• Must promote a cordial and caring attitude toward all other department heads.
• Perform other duties and handle projects as assigned by Hotel Manager or Senior Maintenance Engineer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with hotel guests.
• Complete knowledge of Hotel operations and Department operating procedures
• Ability to use sound judgement and decision-making skills
• Applies critical thinking skills
• Knowledge and ability to read, interpret, properly identify, and effectively communicate information, including equipment manufacturer, year built, and the construction code.
• Ability to learn and navigate new technology
• Knowledge of incident and accident prevention involving boilers
• Ability to immediately report and document any violations, accidents, or failures involving boilers and pressure vessels.
• Effectively interact with department managers and be able to work well with all members of the Engineering Department and all other members of the Hotel Staff.
• Ability to proactively identify and alert appropriate management of boiler concerns before incidents occur, ranging from minor problems to catastrophic failures
• Experienced in all phases of mechanical/electrical systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to exert a fast-paced ability to reach different areas and floors of the hotel on a timely basis, including the front desk, administrative offices, restaurant, banquet rooms, culinary prep spaces, storage areas, event spaces, and guest rooms.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfil relevant cleaning, repair, and maintenance tasks.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.
• Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.
• Talking and hearing ability that occurs continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and other employees.
• Must have finger dexterity to be able to operate equipment such as computers, printers, 10-key adding machine, keyboard, multi-line touch tone phone, filing cabinets, FAX machines, photocopiers, dolly and other office equipment as needed.
• Most be able to complete tasks that are performed indoors and outdoors.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10F) and kitchens (+110F), possibly for one hour or more.
• The worker may be subject to atmospheric conditions, one or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation.
• The worker may be subject to hazards: includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.

LICENSE & CERTIFICATION

• Operating Engineer with a First Class C boilers license or above.
• CFC Certification

Requirements

• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
• Must report to work on time
• Must be present and able to work all shifts on-site
• Must be able to work the necessary hours and schedule to meet the operational needs of the business
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be currently eligible to work in the United States of America and able to present required work authorization documents as required to complete the Form I-9 on the first day of employment.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the manager based upon the particular requirements of the hotel.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The individual must possess knowledge, skills and abilities required and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

AVAILABILITY

Double Tree Bloomington Minneapolis South operates seven days a week, 24 hours a day. At times it may be necessary to move you from your accustomed work day, to include Holidays, or time of work if business or task assignments demand. In addition, it should be understood that business needs determine the amount of hours per week that you will work and that hours may fluctuate each week based on the needs of a 24/7 operation, including days, nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays.

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Company-Sponsored medical insurance
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Central Pension Fund of the International Union of Operating Engineers and Participating Employers

DISCLAIMER

This job summary is for a position at a hotel that is owned and operated by an independent franchisee. The franchisee controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, salary, benefits and compensation decisions, and the collection and processing of the personal data that you provide on this website. If you accept an offer of employment for this position, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Hilton. You will not be eligible for compensation or benefits from Hilton. You will be eligible for compensation or benefits only as may be provided to you by the independent franchisee.