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Aparium Hotel Group · 1 day ago

Director of Engineering

Tampa, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

Aparium Hotel Group is a sophisticated hotel brand known for its unique approach to hospitality. The Director of Engineering will lead the Engineering department at Hotel Haya, overseeing all building systems and participating in daily operations to ensure a safe and well-maintained environment for guests and associates.

HospitalityTravel

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Role-model Hotel Haya’s values and behaviors; foster a culture of respect, teamwork, and pride in craftsmanship

Interview, hire, train, coach, and schedule Engineering associates

Work side-by-side with your team daily—teaching, guiding, and inspecting completed work to ensure quality and consistency

Lead all hands-on maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and operational engineering tasks throughout the hotel

Oversee and maintain an efficient preventative maintenance program that protects the life of all mechanical systems, FF&E, guest rooms, and public spaces

Manage the work order system and ensure timely completion and follow-up

Routinely inspect the hotel’s physical condition, including monitoring moisture and humidity levels throughout guest rooms and public areas. Implement proactive solutions for dehumidification, HVAC balance, and ongoing protection of finishes, equipment, and air quality

Partner with Housekeeping and Front Office on any guest-impacting humidity concerns to ensure quick resolution and clear communication

Respond to emergencies, safety concerns, and urgent repairs promptly while ensuring team members are trained in proper safety and emergency procedures

Work closely with the General Manager as a key member of the property’s leadership team, ensuring Engineering strategies support the overall guest experience and operational goals

Work closely with Housekeeping, Front Office, Food & Beverage, and other departments to support the overall guest experience

Attend Operations meetings and contribute meaningful observations, solutions, and ideas

Build strong relationships with vendors and outside contractors, ensuring high-quality work and respectful interactions with our staff and guests

Understand and use operational metrics, P&Ls, and KPIs to guide decisions and improve department performance

Ensure compliance with warranties, life safety codes, and required inspections

Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, equipment, and inventories

Lead by doing and being present, be visible, and work shoulder-to-shoulder with your team

Communicate clearly, calmly, and respectfully in all situations

Invite ideas, value input, and collaborate before implementing major decisions

Stay organized, prioritize effectively, and adapt to a changing workload

Uphold the highest level of professionalism, integrity, and humility

Balance big-picture planning with hands-on execution

Qualification

Hotel Engineering LeadershipHVAC SystemsPreventative MaintenanceBuilding Automation SystemsTechnical CertificationsElectrical SafetyTeam CollaborationCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingOrganizational Skills

Required

Minimum of five (5) years' experience within a hotel Engineering/Maintenance leadership role, preferably in an upscale or boutique property

Technical certifications in HVAC, Mechanical Systems

Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification or ability to obtain within 90 days

Backflow Prevention certification or experience working with backflow systems

Experience working with Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) and humidity-control strategies in high-moisture climates

Familiarity with NFPA 70E, electrical safety, and lockout/tagout procedures

Advanced knowledge of hotel property, plant, equipment, and preventative maintenance systems, particularly in older buildings or coastal climates

Ability to read, interpret, and work from manuals, schematics, blueprints, and technical diagrams

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, and ability to use computer-assisted maintenance systems

Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, climb stairs/ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs occasionally

Ability to work varying schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays as operational needs shift

Preferred

EPA 608 Universal Certification (preferred)

Preferred certifications related to humidity and indoor air quality such as IICRC WRT (Water Damage Restoration) or IAQ/mold-prevention training

Company

Aparium Hotel Group

Aparium Hotel Group is a hospitality company offering Hotel Development services.

Founded in 2012

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://aparium.com

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