Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Full-time

Company Description

The Regency Hotel is hiring! Be apart of an incredible transformation by applying with us today!
With a distinctive boutique ambiance, the Regency is a leading choice among Miami hotels. Our personalized service, attention to detail, and independent mind set differentiate us from our competitors.

Job Description


Conduct walk-through and visually assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure(s) of the hotel, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems and any other related equipment.

Completion of all routine maintenance on public spaces, meeting rooms, outlets, back of the house spaces and grounds. Assigns and verifies completion of all repairs, replacement, and renovation projects to offices and employee work areas.

Adheres to all required purchasing policies and controls, to include all outside contractor bids, budgets and schedules.

Maintains effective energy management and preventive maintenance programs, conducting special training for other operating departments on the safe and effective use of equipment and energy in the hotel.

Informs the General Manager and hotel department heads, on a regular basis, regarding the specific and overall condition of the building structure(s), related systems and equipment offering prudent, and cost effective proposals for maintaining same. Access and input information into a computer and generate reports.

Other:

Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position.

Employees with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.

Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of hotel facilities. Employees who violate Hotel rules and regulations will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Supportive Functions:

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the hotel.

· Maintains appropriate supply of materials and equipment to carry out the normal day-to-day operating and maintenance requirements of the hotel.

· Maintains organized and efficient administrative and filing systems within Property Operations for the timely and accurate handling of correspondence, reports, requisitions for purchase, and other administrative requirements of the department.

· Maintains a well-defined, and organized system within the shop for the inventory maintenance, and storage of all tools, products, materials, and equipment necessary to execute the required activities of the department.

· Immediately available to report to the hotel in the event of any hotel emergency which necessitates the skills and expertise of the Chief Engineer. By example such emergencies may include, but not be limited to fires, power or other equipment failures, floods, lighting, earthquake, or other disasters of similar nature and magnitude.

· Perform other duties as requested.

Specific Job knowledge, skill and ability

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

· Excellent knowledge of electrical systems, components, and devices, HVAC systems, boilers, mechanical systems, and the maintenance and repair of all.

· Excellent knowledge of public construction and building systems; all related permits, licensing, new and existing codes pertaining to public building and fire safety.

· Skill in use of computers and software programs associated with property operations.

· Skilled in the proper and safe use of all tools, equipment, materials, chemicals, and products relating to the department.

· Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills.

· Ability to remain informed on state-of-the-art developments effecting the safe and effective operation of the building facility.

· Ability to analyze all associated systems as to their design, intent, and effective performance.

· Ability to positively communicate and instruct employees, offering assistance in areas where they lack knowledge, skills or experience. Able to rephrase, or “translate” fairly technical information into terms in which alay person may easily understand.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school and from an apprenticeship, advance-training program for operating engineers recognized by the industry and trade. Or any other combination of education, training, or experience that provides the necessary knowledge,skills, and abilities to perform the job.

Experience:

Three years experience performing building maintenance in a hotel or related industry. One year experience as a head or assistant chief engineer in same or similar environment.

Licenses or certificates:

Any licenses or permits that may be required by law or company regulations, such as an Electrician’s license.

Grooming:

All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available).

Other:

**Spanish is a must!!**

Additional Information

 Pay rate for this Job is based on experience. 

  • Personal Days
  • Health Care Insurance
  • Additional Insurance
  • 401K
  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.