OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Chief Engineer will play a key role in overseeing, coordinating and assisting the activities of the maintenance staff. Ensures repair, maintenance and engineering activities and the preventative maintenance program are completed as directed and supports or monitors capital repair and renovation projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively and professionally communicates with co-workers and supervisor.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Ensures all fire and safety inspections are completed and any discrepancies are corrected.
• Responsible for the safety of the department and building.
• Administers the preventative maintenance program as required, properly completing work orders on time.
• Completes training regarding safety, security, department procedures and service guidelines. Conducts training of co-workers and subordinates as required.
• Provides a professional image at all times through appearance and dress.
• Meets with vendors and suppliers to discuss scope of, and products and materials used in, repair activities.
• Obtains pricing and bids, or develops cost estimates as directed.
• Supervises and assists engineering staff in maintaining and repairing fire and life safety systems, room equipment, HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems, kitchen appliances, refrigeration equipment, pool equipment, lighting, laundry equipment and other systems/equipment as directed.
• Manages or assists in hiring, firing, training, assisting with career development and performance evaluations for maintenance staff.
• Performs skilled repair and maintenance operations using power tools, hand tools, welding equipment, etc.
• Monitors tool inventories.
• Monitors supplies, places orders with approved vendors as needed.
• Maintains working spaces in safe and clean condition.
• Responsible for Manager on Duty Shifts

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years of college or vocational training in electrical or mechanical engineering or plumbing plus six years work experience in facilities maintenance, plant operations or engineering services for a hotel or hotels.
• Professional certification and licensure if required by law. Pool Certification. Alcohol Awareness training. CPR/First Aide Certification

About Lodging Dynamics Hospitality Group

Based in Provo, Utah, Lodging Dynamics Hospitality Group is a nationally recognized, award-winning operator of premium-brand, select service, and extended-stay hotels and one of a few third-party operators approved by Marriott and Hilton. Founded in 1991 after developing the first Marriott franchise in Utah, Lodging Dynamics continues its long history by providing award-winning operating services for hotels throughout the continental United States and Hawaii. The company has managed hotels in the Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG premium-brand families. For more information, visit www.lodgingdynamics.com.