Hotel Chief Engineer Jobs

Position Overview
The Chief Engineer is responsible for all aspects of the Engineering department to include the proper operation, maintenance and repair of all heating, ventilation, refrigeration and mechanical equipment. He/she will develop, coordinate and monitor a rooms' maintenance program to ensure the safety and comfort of all staff and guests. Supervise, train and manage all Engineering staff.
This industry functions seven (7) days a week, twenty-four (24) hours a day. Regular attendance in accordance with company standards is essential for success in this position.
This position is based out of Richmond, Virginia.
Education & Experience

• Computer skills required. Familiarity with Microsoft Office preferred. Experience with hotel systems such as MICROS is preferred
• Experience in advanced maintenance skills and aptitude plus advanced skills all aspects of running an engineering department. Experience with modern building controls and maintenance, or any combination of education and experience which provides the above skills, knowledge and ability.
• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): or Work Equivalent
• Methods, and materials used in general building maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, building and electrical units and HVAC. The use and repair of common tools and equipment used in general maintenance. Maintenance and repair of major facilities. Systems design and trouble-shooting. Journeyman skill level in the use of tools and equipment of the maintenance profession.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Exert physical effort in lifting/transporting at least 50 pounds.
• Satisfactorily communicate with guests, management and co-workers to their understanding.
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8-hours in length. Must be willing and have the ability to work a varied schedule that includes nights, weekends and holidays.
• Work environment - Engineering work shop, all areas of the hotel. Working on stepladders. Job involves working under variable temperature conditions and noise levels, in indoor and outdoor settings, and around fumes and/or odor hazards, dust and/or mite hazards, and chemicals.
• Good understanding of the English language.
• Push/pull carts and other equipment up to 250 pounds.
• Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas.