Scope of Position The Assistant Chief Engineer plays a vital role in ensuring the functionality, safety, and efficiency of our facilities. He/she is responsible for the ongoing maintenance, projects, repair, and preventative maintenance of the hotel with a focus on improving efficiency, profitability, and service levels. Position Requirements • Minimum 3 years of progressive management experience in a hotel preferred. • Minimum 5 years of experience in hotel/building services or other appropriate engineering fields. • Knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, and electrical, is required. • Knowledge of hotel fire standards and procedures. • Knowledge on water treatment, hydraulics, mechanics, chillers, air flows, H.V.A.C., electronics, sound, TV, lighting, elevators, boilers, pumps, etc. • Ability to work independently and exercise judgment to resolve personnel and production concerns that arise, with minimal supervision. • Possess outstanding guest service skills and leadership capability. • Ability to operate a motor vehicle. Responsibilities • Supervises the day-to-day operations of Engineering. • Maintains and operates equipment at optimum effectiveness, efficiency, and safety. • Assist the staff and management in handling requests for service calls, evaluating requests, and dispatching appropriate staff and contractors. • Assists in effectively planning, scheduling, and evaluating preventative maintenance programs. • Ensures compliance with all Engineering departmental policies, standards, and procedures. • Manages department's controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals. • Participate in the procurement and management of engineering supplies, parts, and equipment. • Inspect and evaluate the physical condition of facilities to determine the type of work required. • Recommend or arrange for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment. • Knowledge of Safety Data Sheets, product labeling, proper storing, and handling of materials. • Follows Occupational Health & Safety regulations. • Ensure all daily standup meetings are conducted. • Actively participate in training and continuing education of Engineering staff. • Ensure Associates receive ongoing training to understand their job tasks and guest expectations. • Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring Associates; conduct performance appraisals, coach and counsel, progressive corrective action, motivate, develop, and train. • Supervises associate's ability to execute departmental and property emergency procedures. • Perform any other reasonable duties as required by management. Education • High school diploma or GED; 2 years’ experience in engineering and maintenance or related professional area; experience in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing. Skills and Abilities • Ability to communicate in the English language. Second language is a plus. • Must be a team player. • Able to work flexible schedules including holidays and weekends and able to perform multiple tasks. • Experience using software programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook). • Able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions. Physical Requirements • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. • Must be physically fit to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and push carts weighing 50 pounds or more. • Requires standing/walking/reaching and bending throughout shift.