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Homewood Suites by Hilton · 3 days ago

Chief Engineer

Cape Canaveral, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$0/yr - $54K/yr

5+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Walking property grounds regularly to oversee functioning of the facilities.

Interviewing and selecting new maintenance staff.

Overseeing the maintenance staff, including discipline and retraining when necessary, in conjunction with handbook policies and procedures.

Diagnosing malfunctions and defects in mechanical and similar equipment and determining corrective measures and delegating repairs when applicable.

Maintaining facility using consistent preventative maintenance guidelines: checking and ensuring repairs are made to plumbing systems, electrical systems, building interior and exterior.

Conducting quality inspections of the property and making recommendations regarding safety, security, and facility improvements.

Responding to work orders in a timely manner.

Training all maintenance staff and other designated associates in the responsibilities and safety.

Working with associates regarding their role in the upkeep, safety, and security of the property.

Maintaining all paperwork in accordance with LBA standards.

Helping property management determine what tools, materials, and equipment are necessary to maintain the property and perform necessary maintenance and repairs.

Ensuring maintenance department and applicable staff have sufficient tools to do their jobs daily.

All other duties as assigned and within the realm of physical capabilities.

Qualification

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Preventative maintenanceElectricityPlumbingHVACPool certificationOccupational hazardsSafety precautionsMechanical tradesPower toolsEquipment maintenanceHand toolsDiagnosticsRepair skillsGuest relationsPrivacy maintenanceBudget managementCost-savingComputer knowledgeProblem-solvingCommunicationTeamworkOrganizational skillsCustomer service

Required

Five to ten years as a maintenance engineer or technician or similar position

Working knowledge of: preventative maintenance, electricity, ac and plumbing

HVAC and Pool Certification helpful

Must be able to push or pull 100 pounds and lift and/or carry 60 pounds

Must be able to stand for eight hours, bend, stretch, reach, climb ladders, crawl, kneel and be low to the ground when necessary, sometimes for extended periods of time

Must be able to speak and read English, the ability to communicate in another language may be helpful

Must be able to see and hear

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

Knowledge in: The methods, practices, tools, equipment, and materials used in a variety of building and mechanical trades, Occupational hazards in the use of power tools and equipment, and of necessary safety precautions, Repairs and maintenance of furniture and fixtures within the hotel, Safety and security measures, Report or correct any hazardous conditions observed immediately, Guidelines for training checklist of areas to be maintained, Procedures for emergencies (Person In Charge)

Skills: Supervise, perform and document preventative maintenance program according to The Company and brand standards, Follow and manage using The Company procedures and policies, Must be organized to maintain logs, bibles, checklists on schedule, Ability to perform preventative maintenance and repairs as well as general maintenance on property grounds, Use and care of hand and power tools and equipment appropriate to the area assignment, Assist with guest issues, be professional and maintain a hospitable caring attitude, Maintain guest privacy

Abilities: Diagnose malfunctions and defects in mechanical and similar equipment and to determine adequate corrective measures, Perform general minor repairs to in house plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, kitchen equipment and HVAC systems, Ability to assign and supervise the work of a few less experienced workers, Communicate effectively with staff and upper management, Practice Safety Standards at all times, Must be able to work as a team member, Comply to all standards, Work within the budgetary guidelines, Able to understand the importance of cost saving without sacrificing service, Remain service centric, Communicate professionally with guests and co-workers, Computer knowledge is helpful