Chief Engineer

Chief Engineer Hilton Providence - 4.0 Providence, RI Job Details Part-time | Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Qualifications Delegation Full Job Description Job Overview The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall maintenance and efficient operation of all building systems in a hotel including its mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. This role ensures that the hotel's facilities are in good working condition, safe for guests and staff, and compliant with local regulations. This includes managing a team of maintenance personnel, overseeing repairs and renovations, and ensuring that the property is compliant with all safety and regulatory standards.

What You'll Be Doing Maintenance Management:

Plan and execute a preventive maintenance program for all hotel systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and structural elements. Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance needs and prioritize repairs. Ensure that maintenance tasks are completed promptly and efficiently.

Team Leadership:

Recruit, train, and supervise a team of maintenance staff. Assign tasks and responsibilities to maintenance personnel. Provide coaching and mentorship to team members.

Budget Management:

Help in the development of and manage the maintenance department's budget. Control costs by optimizing maintenance processes and negotiating contracts with vendors and

Safety and Compliance:

Ensure that the hotel complies with all safety codes, regulations, and industry standards. Oversee regular safety inspections and audits. Implement emergency response plans and procedures.

Renovations and Projects:

Coordinate and oversee renovation projects within the hotel. Collaborate with architects, contractors, and suppliers to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Record-Keeping:

Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, required inspections, equipment manuals, and warranties. Generate reports on maintenance and repair expenses for management.

Guest Satisfaction:

Ensure that maintenance issues reported by guests are resolved promptly and effectively. Implement a guest-focused approach to maintenance to enhance the guest experience. What You Bring Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field (preferred). Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in the hospitality industry. Strong knowledge of building systems, codes, and regulations. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Budgeting and cost control expertise. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when needed

Working Conditions & Physical Effort:

Physical work is a primary part of many of our hotel and resort jobs. Physical requirements include extended standing and walking, climbing, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, kneeling, and lifting to 50 lbs. Some work is performed in an interior hotel environment with equipment and machines.

Benefits:

Benefits for Full Time employees may include: Health, Dental and Vision Insurances Disability Insurances Supplemental Life Insurances Identity Theft Protection Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Time Off, Vacation and Holidays Employee Assistance Program

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Experience Preferred 2 year(s): Must have previous Leadership experience in Hotel maintenance

Behaviors Preferred Thought Provoking:

Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Team Player:

Works well as a member of a group

Loyal:

Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Leader:

Inspires teammates to follow them

Innovative:

Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Functional Expert:

Considered a thought leader on a subject

Enthusiastic:

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented:

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated:

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations Preferred Entrepreneurial Spirit:

Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business

Self-Starter:

Inspired to perform without outside help

Job Security:

Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Peer Recognition:

Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers

Goal Completion:

Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Flexibility:

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Ability to Make an

Impact:

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Financial:

Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.