Assistant Chief Engineer

Description

POSITION PURPOSE: Under the direction of the Area Director of Engineering assists in directing and supervising the daily assigned activities of the engineering department functions which are necessary in maintaining the physical structures, HVAC, mechanical, electrical systems and utilities of the hotel in an operative and safe working condition. The Assistant Director of Facilities is accountable to the Area Director of Engineering for assisting in the planning and maintaining of an effective organization, administering labor and material controls, training of personnel in their general and specific duties, safety and effective management practices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Supervisors, directs and inspects the Engineers, and painter on a daily basis to insure their work productivity and quality meets standards and deadlines.
2. Reports daily to the Area Director of Engineering as to the condition of the hotel facilities and the general progress of work being accomplished.
3. Monitors departmental personnel matters and makes decisions with regards to, such as selection, training, promotion, discipline. Supervises scheduling of department personnel. Directs the concerns of associates to the Area Director of Engineering for final decision.
4. Participates in the development and applications of standards of quality and productivity for the Engineering Department. Supervises and directs Department personnel in the use of policies, procedures and standards of work performance for maintenance and repair or equipment, buildings and building systems.
5. Administers and supervises the preventive maintenance program to ensure the uninterrupted operation of the entire physical plant. Monitoring its application to assure maximum effectiveness and provides appropriate documentation of same.
6. Works closely with other departments and administration. Helps negotiate priorities. Plans work schedules, makes job assignments, orders needed materials, supplies and parts. Makes recommendations for the use of outside specialty contractors as circumstances indicate.
7. Schedules and supervises maintenance repair work, assists with checking installation and servicing of mechanical and electrical equipment and building systems.
8. Assist with developing, frequently monitoring, and administering, the Engineering Department's operation expense budget as well as the Capital Improvements Projects budget.
9. Helps develop and participates in the orientation of new associates and the continued education of department associates in the repair and maintenance of all equipment. Instructs personnel regarding hazards and safety to ensure safe procedures and safe use of equipment.
10. Maintains stock levels and parts within budgetary restraints.
11. Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, and assists with energy management.
12. Assistant Director is expected to assume responsibilities for the Area Director of Engineering in the event of absence, illness or vacation.
13. Any other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Two year certificate from college or technical school and 5 years related experience and/or training; of which 2 years are in a supervisory role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Must be able to read and interpret documents to include: Blueprints/Schematics, Procedural manuals, Budgets/Financial Statements, OSHA standards such as LockOut/TagOut, MSDS, etc.
3. Possess ability to troubleshoot, repair and/or maintain:
o Physical building to include all fixtures, finishes and equipment (FF&E)
o A/C and refrigeration equipment
o Electrical systems
o Mechanical equipment (i.e. motors, starters, pumps, fans, etc.)
o Plumbing and drains
o Pneumatic and electronic systems and controls
o Fire Alarm and Life Safety equipment
o Kitchen equipment
4. Ability to work independently or as a team.
5. Analytical skills in order to be able to assess and identify problems and then implement solutions.
6. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
7. Represent the company in a courteous and well-groomed manner.
8. Must be able to use and understand hand and power tools.
9. Must have computer proficiency.
10. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, diagrams and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
11. Requires prior supervisory and/or management experience in a similar environment.