Job Description Summary

The Chief Engineer (CE) is the onsite leader of building, equipment and grounds condition of the hotel. This position will lead and/or perform maintenance and repairs, and preventative maintenance, to all areas of the hotel. The CE  is responsible for maintaining a clean and organized maintenance shop and for the security of the hotel inventory and assets such as tools, supplies, furniture, fixtures, and equipment. The CE’s  focus on guest and associate satisfaction, expense control and product quality and will lead to their contribution to the overall goals of the hotel. This role is part of teh Executive Leadership Team for the hotel.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintains the energy management computer systemInitiates the new perpetual inventory for control and issue of suppliesKeeps a log of monthly repair and maintenance expendituresComprise a monthly project listResponsible for assigning work and supervising all of the maintenance and repair work of the following employees in the Engineering Department:General MaintenanceHVAC/RefrigerationElectrician,Plumber/Kitchen MechanicCarpenterPainterEngineering Administrative AssistantConduct departmental training on specific equipment as needed or directed.Confer with vendors to obtain product and service information such as price, availability and delivery scheduleProcess purchase requests for items needed by the Engineering DepartmentSupervise work of outside contractors as needed and make sure work was properly performed and the job site left cleanSupervise Mechanical, Public Area, and Guest Room preventative maintenance per standards and schedulesAttend scheduled meetings as requiredOther duties and responsibilities may be assigned. The employee is expected to work in other areas of the hotel when needed to assist operations to perform job duties not necessarily contained in this job description.

Qualifications and Requirements:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

General knowledge of skilled trades such as HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, equipment mechanics, and carpentry. Advanced knowledge or certification in one of these areas requiredMinimum of 5 years maintenance experience and supervisory experience of a building/hotel maintenance operation requiredCollege degree or Technical school graduate preferredProfessional certification and license if required by law. Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with the other supervisors, hotel staff and hotel guests.Reading and writing abilities are utilized in order to document or record all tasks completed, to order supplies, to receive their instructions for the day and/or to read equipment repair manuals.Mathematical skills, including basic math, percentages, quantities, and variances are used frequently.May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

REQUIREMENTS

Physical demandsWhile performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to perform mechanical maintenance tasks, handle or feel objects, tools, and controls; talk and hear.The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms and to climb on scaffolds and laddersThe employee is frequently required to lift and/or move up to 100 lbs., and to move objects up to 300 lbs.CommunicationAbility to read, analyze, and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings and mechanical maintenance instructionsComputer skillsGood computer skills preferred.Ability to use Outlook, Word, Excel, EMS, PMS & guest response software

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee must be able to handle to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform in this environment.

The work environment is varied. Work is performed both inside and outside. Outside can be in inclement weather including rain and warm temperatures. Work is also performed in both guest contact and non guest contact areas.

Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate except in mechanical areas and when using certain equipment. Work involves using various tools, including tools that may be considered dangerous. Protective equipment and clothing will be required. Proper safety precautions specified by the tool manufacturer and/or OSHA must be followed.

Work may involve high voltage equipment and electric panels. Proper safety equipment includes but is not limited to the use of gloves that must be worn, at times for an extended period. All applicable OSHA and national and local electrical codes must be adhered to.

The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.   This position is classified as non-exempt (per the Fair Labor Standards Act) and is subject to overtime in accordance with Federal and State Regulations.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

Medical, Dental and Vision InsuranceHealth Savings Account with Company Match401(k) Retirement Plan with Company MatchPaid Vacation and Sick DaysSonesta Hotel DiscountsEducational AssistancePaid Parental LeaveCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability InsuranceVarious Employee Perks and DiscountsHospital IndemnityCritical Illness InsuranceAccident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.