Chief Engineer

Job Description

Description

**Lead Our Hotel's Success as Chief Engineer**  
*Join the award-winning team at Homewood Suites by Hilton Pittsburgh Southpointe and lead the maintenance operations that keep our guests comfortable and our hotel performing at its best.*

**Maintenance \& Property Operation**

* Maintenance operations for the hotel, including but not limited to: refrigeration, heating, plumbing, water treatment, preventative maintenance, hotel rooms, A\\C and heating units, ice machines, swimming pools, lighting, kitchen equipment, emergency generators, water softeners, roof exhausts, electrical substations, etc.
* Supervise assigned associates including hiring, termination, discipline, development, and evaluations.
* Ensure all projects are completed on time and according to specifications.
* Work closely with other departments to ensure coordination of activities.
* Aid and instruct craftsmen in scheduling work, ordering material, and completing assignments by a specified date.
* Develop and maintain an ongoing preventive maintenance program in accordance with the brand.
* Maintain standards of quality guest service.
* Achieve budgeted revenues and expenses and maximize profitability related to the guest services department.
* Increase level of guest satisfaction by delivery of an exceptional product through employee development.
* Respond and resolve guest requests, complaints, or questions in a courteous and timely manner.
* Participate in the Executive committee including sharing and communicating knowledge and by attending weekly or monthly meetings.
* Ability to accurately use various office and accounting software.
* Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, fire safety, and local building codes.
* Maintain all life safety systems and emergency equipment.
* Conduct safety inspections and maintain required records and certifications.
* Ensure proper handling and storage of chemicals and hazardous materials.

**Support**

* Must have a comprehensive knowledge of the English language to effectively communicate with guests, associates, and vendors.· Ability to assist with the design and preparation of statistical reports and presentations as needed.
* Ability to accurately report information.
* Ability to scrupulously follow all StepStone and hotel policies and procedures.
* Attend required meetings.

**Personal Effectiveness**

* Projects and assignments are completed thoroughly, professionally, and with care.
* Adjusts to high-pressure conditions and is open to change.
* Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development.
* Conducts him\\herself (acts and dresses) professionally at all times; sets standards for all associates.

**Communication**

* Understands and communicates the StepStone Mission and Core values.
* Expresses ideas and conveys information clearly, effectively, and professionally.
* Actively listens to others.
* Conveys company information, decision, or problems to appropriate parties on a timely basis.
* Works to resolve disagreements and is respectful of peers and co-workers.

Requirements

**These are required of every associate.**

* Minimum lifting of 70 pounds.
* Pushing, bending, stooping, upward reaching, manual dexterity.
* Hearing, writing, typing.
* Minimum pulling of 70 pounds.
* Other duties may be assigned.

**Additional responsibilities specific to you are:**

* Must have a comprehensive knowledge of all hotel departments and functions.
* Must have a comprehensive knowledge applicable Federal, state, and local health, safety, and legal regulations.
* Certified Pool Operator Certification
* Must have exceptional mathematical and computer skills.
* High school education and/or technical school and relevant training and experience required. Additional education preferred.\\
* Ability to timely obtain any required licenses or certificates.
* CPR training required; first aid training preferred.
* Additional language ability preferred.
* Occasional travel required.