Highgate · 2 weeks ago
Assistant Engineering Manager
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expHighgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. The Assistant Engineering Manager will assist the Director of Engineering in managing the engineering department, addressing facility issues, and enhancing the technical skills of the engineering team.
Hospitality
Responsibilities
Assist Director of Engineering in meeting or exceeding budgeted goals ( labor & operational costs)
Assist Director of Engineering with management of all Engineering staff ( training, counseling, disciplining, terminating and performance reviews )
Ensure compliance with all applicable Forbes standards
Ensure compliance with safety and security policies , laws/regulations, compliance with city codes and permits
Assist Director of Engineering in retaining a n engineering team that is passionate about their craft, respectful of others and genuinely committed to exceeding guest expectations
Monitor operational cost and highlight any anomalies to Director of Engineering
Assist Director of Engineering in meeting or exceeding Qualtrics monthly goals related to engineering
Conduct monthly pool supply inventory including chemicals and spare parts
Lead and supervise Preventive Maintenance program s , including tracking, scheduling , auditing PM rooms , according to business needs and Forbes standards , and updating PM worksheet
Coordinate and oversee monthly grease trap cleaning, including communication with Rooms and F&B management team , and third-party vendor . Ensure completion of work meets expectations
C onducting monthly 1x1 for hourly Engineers
Review all Out of Order rooms and provide solution and timeline for each room to be released to the operation
Monitor HotSOS ticketing system
Complete Central Plant walk through monitoring pressures, temperatures , and the proper operation of all mechanical equipment (chillers, boilers, fire pumps, emergency generators fuel storage tanks, swimming pools, spas)
Complete weekly pool walkthrough , including monitoring and balancing chemical treatment
Prepare and communicate weekly schedule for hourly staff in a timely manner minimizing overtime
Review and approve timecards for payroll prior to Payroll Monday
Lead and guide associate s by setting an example of the Company culture and Forbes standards
Provide hands-on operational support in all areas needed
Provide training and development with a hand s-on approach
Ensure guest and maintenance requests are responded to promptly and with genuine care
Follow up with any guest issues and communicate with the Engineering leadership team
Ensure that Pre-Shift meeting s and Shift reports are happening daily
Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by supervisor
Qualification
Required
At least 3 years of supervisory or lead mechanic experience in a hotel or a related field; or a technical certificate with at least 1 year of supervisory or lead mechanic experience
Stationary engineer's license if required by local code
HVAC, electrical, plumbing, boiler operations and general maintenance skills required
High school diploma or equivalent required
Long hours sometimes required
Heavy work – Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and /or 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects
Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times
Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner
Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests
Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines
Company
Highgate
Highgate is a United States-based real estate investment and hospitality management firm.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Trilantic North America
2014-10-08Private Equity
Leadership Team
Arash Azarbarzin
Chief Executive Officer
Graham Rumble
Chief Financial Officer | Family Office
Recent News
2025-07-08
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