Chief Engineer

KSL Resorts

$86K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED required.
  • Similar experience in a leadership role, preferably in hospitality.
  • Strong understanding of engineering systems including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical.
  • Proven leadership skills and the ability to foster a positive team environment.
  • Ability to manage flexible schedules and adapt based on operational needs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute all engineering and maintenance efforts.
  • Oversee hotel renovation, capital construction, and major maintenance projects.
  • Manage the Preventative Maintenance Program for all systems and equipment.
  • Establish and maintain vendor relationships for quality assurance.
  • Facilitate training for new hires and ongoing staff development.
  • Create and manage annual Capex and operating budgets.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and emergency procedures.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Dynamic work environment with a focus on employee engagement.
  • Potential for career advancement within the organization.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall maintenance of the building. As a department manager, this position directs and works with employees to successfully execute all engineering operations, including proper operation, maintenance, and repair of all HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, irrigation, life safety, electrical and mechanical equipment/systems. Works to establish a safe and secure environment for all guests and associates. Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction and maximize the financial performance of the department.

Essential Functions
  • Lead and execute all engineering and maintenance efforts.
  • Develop, coordinate and monitor all guest rooms, public spaces, equipment, and PM programs to ensure the reliability, safety, and comfort of all staff and guests.
  • Responsible for the overall management of Preventative Maintenance Program, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, chillers, cooling towers, chemical treatments, pneumatics, control systems, water systems, boilers, refrigeration, compressors, etc.
  • Responsible for overseeing hotel renovation, capital construction, and major maintenance projects.
  • Establish relationships and work closely with vendors and monitor vendors to assure quality, delivery, warranties, upgrades, etc. are consistently utilized.
  • Manage emergency evacuation floor plans in departments, and fire, life, and safety detection/alarm device testing programs.
  • Facilitate new hire training, and departmental training modules; continually monitor, evaluate, and revise training content to reflect changes in the process; address the needs identified by associates.
  • Create an annual Capex budget and operating budget.
  • Obtain property design and as-built drawings, specifications, submittal documents, testing & balance reports, commission documents, O&M manuals, and warranty information for all equipment and systems.
  • Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality and standards and meeting the expectations of guests on a daily basis.
  • Select talented, qualified, and service-oriented individuals to embody the core values of the hotel's culture.
  • Review scheduling and staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs, payroll, productivity, and financial objectives are met.
  • Verifies property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs), and support the Peer Review Process.
  • Ensures associates have supplies, equipment, tools, and uniforms necessary to perform their jobs.
  • Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
  • Carries out supervisor responsibilities in accordance with hotel policies and standard operating procedures.
  • Train and develop associates on 4 Keys service standards, technical skills, standard operation procedures, and safety standards.
  • Establishes challenging, realistic and obtainable goals to guide operation and performance.
  • Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy, and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.
  • Identifies and analyzes departmental operational challenges and facilitates the development of solutions to prevent reoccurrence.
  • Celebrates successes and publicly recognizes the contributions of team members.
  • Fosters open channels of communication between all employees.
  • Participates in the performance appraisal system process, giving feedback when needed.
  • Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among associates.
  • Follow all additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills and Abilities
  • Understand the mission, vision, and goals of the hotel.
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to apply them in a dynamic environment.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of elevator operations, maintenance, and inspections.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of technology, including television, internet, phone system, etc.
  • Work cohesively with co-workers and all departments as part of a team.
  • Build morale and promote positive employee engagement.
  • Follow all appropriate policies and procedures while constantly striving to improve standards of operations.
  • Ability to effectively present information to associates, management, guests, members, marina tenants, and the public in one-on-one and group situations.
  • Ability to understand guest service needs.

Job Qualifications/Requirements

Education: High School diploma or GED equivalence required

Experience: Similar experience in a leadership role; preferred hotel experience

Additional: Will be required to work flexible scheduled shifts based on business needs

Pay: The rate of pay for this position is $86,000 annually.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

The minimum physical requirements for this position include but are not limited to:
  • Flexible and long hours sometimes required
  • Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to hear, understand and communicate orally and in writing to communicate with staff, vendors, and guests a normal in-person and phone conversation
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
  • Ability to bend and twist, push and pull, stoop, and kneel

Disclaimer

All duties and requirements stated are essential job functions. This description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all functions that an associate in the position may be asked to perform. This does not create an employee contract, express implied, or otherwise, and does not alter the "at will" employment relationship of the employer or employee. Management reserves the right to change, modify and/or alter any of the duties listed to meet business needs.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please contact: [email protected]

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