Chief Engineer

New Orleans, LA, United States

Job Description Job Description The Chief Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of the entire hotel facility, including equipment, tools and facilities to ensure guest service and sustainability standards are achieved and maintained throughout the hotel. This includes oversight of construction, maintenance or repair activities in carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical, air conditioning/heating and landscaping areas. Manage duties and functions as it relates to decision making, organizing, planning, controlling, communicating and directing the Engineering department.

Core Responsibilities: Meet all operational standards related to the Engineering Department.

Conduct walk-throughs and visually assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the hotel structure, systems and equipment.

Establish and maintain Rooms and Public Area Preventive Maintenance Program and consistently keep updated records.

Act in concert with hotel management team and General Manager as well as ownership.

Hire, train, supervise, coach and counsel staff under its supervision.

Ensure grounds are maintained to create superior curb appeal.

Implement hotel’s safety and emergency policies and procedures (i.e., evacuations, first aid, etc.) to including removing all safety hazards, following company’s OSHA Hazcom program and safe lifting techniques.

Provide adequate inventory of parts, supplies, tools and materials for the department. Establish and maintain an efficient inventory and purchasing system.

Maintain current permits and licenses for building and physical plant.

Work and coordinate all activities, as needed, with 3rd party vendors, particularly those needed for physical plant and maintenance functions.

Run, maintain, and conduct the safety program, including meetings required filings and investigations.

Communicate with Housekeeping, Front Office Departments regarding guest rooms, requests, and maintenance requests/needs. Collaborates with all areas of the property.

Practice a culture of guest service in all you do; promote courtesy, good will and a positive attitude in each and every encounter. Ensure staff provides cheerful smart service daily.

Lead and work in a positive work environment, fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and service,

Able to follow property safety and security procedures.

Perform other tasks any reasonable requests as assigned or directed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies: Previous hotel engineering experience required, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, commercial kitchen and general building construction

Vocational training, associate’s degree, certification and/or apprenticeship in one or more area; state certification or licensure where required

Must be able to read and interpret drawings, diagrams, and blueprints. Read and understand test equipment and measuring devices

Strong business communication skills verbal and written

Strong presentation skills and ability to train hourly staff members

High work ethic and self-initiative

Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suite

Some travel may be required

Regular attendance according to established guidelines

May be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the property

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Knowledge of hotel operating systems preferred and/or ability to learn HMS

Understanding use of computer environment, tablets, mobile devices

Focus and maintain attention to multiple tasks and priorities, and complete work assignments on time despite frequent interruptions, including in high pressure situations

Ability to maintain excellent relationships with staff and maintain staff and guest confidentiality at all times

Ability to converse calmly with upset associates, superiors and guests in intense emotional situations

Ability to participate in, and lead departmental and/or hotel team meetings

Understanding and adherence to Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) documents, as well as hotel safety procedures

Ability to maintain excellent relationships with staff and maintain staff and guest confidentiality at all times

Physical Requirements: Sit, stand and walk for varying lengths of time

Lift approximately fifty (50) pounds

Good communication skills, both written and verbal

Grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, pulling, pushing, listening, and hearing ability and visual ability

Must have finger dexterity to be able to operate office equipment such as computers, printers, multi-line tone phone, filing cabinets, photocopiers and other office equipment as needed

Able to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines and work calmly under pressure

Know and be able to administer first aid

Direct evacuations in an emergency

Minimum Qualifications: Previous hotel engineering experience required, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, commercial kitchen, and general building construction

Vocational training, associate’s degree, certification and/or apprenticeship in one or more area; state certification or licensure where required

Must be able to read and interpret drawings, diagrams, and blueprints. Read and understand test equipment and measuring devices

Highschool degree, related degree preferred or equivalent work experience

Four years of engineering experience in a supervisory / managerial role

Hospitality experience strongly preferred

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Knowledge of hotel systems preferred

Excellent communication skills

Additional languages advantageous

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions that are required of an employee in this position. Therefore, other duties may be asked of an employee in this position from time to time.

International Hotel New Orleans (My Favorite Hotel LLC) is an equal opportunity employer. International Hotel New Orleans celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees to ensure they feel a sense of belonging. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, where they came from and take pride in who we serve.

International Hotel New Orleans (and its subsidiaries) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, creed, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, status as unemployed, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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