Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts

Engineering Supervisor

Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
  • Trade school certification in mechanics or refrigeration preferred.
  • 2-5 years of experience in a similar role, ideally with Four Seasons or a comparable environment.
  • Strong technical knowledge of general building maintenance is essential.
  • Proven leadership and interpersonal skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Respond to resident support needs with professionalism and timeliness.
  • Oversee completion of service requests and preventive maintenance tasks.
  • Assist in training and supervising maintenance staff.
  • Conduct inspections of fire/life-safety systems as needed.
  • Manage purchasing of equipment and repairs, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
  • Maintain logs for stock items and ensure proper distribution.
  • Ensure effective communication between the Engineering department and other teams.

Benefits

  • Generous medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
  • 401K retirement plan with matching contributions.
  • 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
  • Lunch stipend provided.
  • Complimentary accommodations at Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts worldwide.
  • Complimentary dry cleaning services.
Full Job Description
About the location:

We invite you to start a career at the new Four Seasons Private Residences at 706 Mission Street. New to the Four Seasons portfolio and new to the City of San Francisco, this stand alone residence contains 146 private residences that have wowed many with their spacious living and distinctive elegance. This unique building offers unique and customizable offerings for only our Residents. We are searching for individuals with the right skills, the right attitude, and a passion for providing the very best in service.

We Offer Excellent Benefits Including:
  • Position wage is $48
  • Generous medical, dental & vision insurance plans for the employee and dependents
  • 401K Retirement plan with matching
  • 8 weeks of New Parental Leave Pay
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick pay
  • Lunch Stipend
  • Complimentary accommodations at Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts worldwide
  • Complimentary dry cleaning


The Role - Overview

The Engineering Supervisor is responsible for supporting the Engineering Manager. Overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Engineering Department. The Engineering Supervisor assists in all aspects of hotel and building maintenance including electrical, plumbing, steam, gas, fire & safety, HVAC, refrigeration, interior, paint and decorating, and respond to inquiries and problems in an efficient, courteous, and professional manner to achieve maximum customer satisfaction while complying with all Four Seasons' policies. This person will have strong leadership, interpersonal and analytical skills. Please see below for essential functions.

Essential Functions

  • Respond to Resident support needs with the highest level of timeliness, hospitality and professionalism.
  • Ensure timely and quality-driven completion of service requests, Preventive Maintenance Program tasks and various engineering related projects through supervision, guidance and technical support of subordinate Engineering Team Members.
  • Assist in the training, coaching, supervising, scheduling, and planning of activities of maintenance department staff.
  • Participate in the employee performance reviews process.
  • Assist in planning and implementing procedures, systems and controls to ensure an efficient maintenance department.
  • Understand and interact with Fire/Life Safety features of building on a daily basis.
  • Conduct inspections of fire/life-safety and other critical systems as necessary.
  • Respond to all emergency conditions such as fires, power failures, floods, leaks, etc.
  • Directly supervise staff in carrying out work schedules as well as spot checking to verify quality and employee performance.
  • Maintain logs on movement of stock items and tools.
  • Maintain par stocks and the distribution of items.
  • Ensure timely and accurate sub meter, chemical treatment, and engine room log
  • Handle the purchasing of equipment replacement parts and repairs. This includes contacting vendors for best prices, writing purchase orders, receiving goods, and completing projects.
  • Ensure that work order/request system is properly executed and that items from the logbook are followed up on when necessary.
  • Assist in developing and updating comprehensive departmental policies and manuals.
  • Ensure that all meter readings on gas, electricity, water and domestic steam and water are taken and reviewed for consumption.
  • Assist in compiling a monthly consumption report on gas, electricity, water and domestic steam and water.
  • Train and drill the Team on fire life safety systems, valve locations and other emergency procedures that involves the department.
  • Ensure effective communication and good relations between the Engineering department and other departments in the Resort and Residence.
  • Prepare and follow through on any projects as outlined by senior management.
  • Ensure all areas of the Property and Residences are patrolled and inspected on a regular basis


Qualifications & Experience
  • High school education or equivalent experience.
  • Trade school certification in mechanics, refrigeration etc.
  • A minimum to two to five years of employment in the related position with Four Seasons or similar environment.
  • Requires a working technical knowledge of general building maintenance. Working knowledge is generally learned on-the-Job or through a series of professional certifications.


What to Expect:
  • Market-leading pay and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision and Retirement Savings Plan)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
  • Be yourself and become a member of a work family that cares about you and invests in your development
  • Elevate your craft here and abroad! Seasonal "Task Force" opportunities are available
  • Employee engagement at all levels, where your thoughts and ideas are not only heard but actioned
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days
  • Culinary, retail and wellness experiences at special rates
  • ... and so much more!

If you are interested in applying for this position, please click on the APPLY button, attach your resume and cover letter in Word and/or PDF format.

To apply, please complete the questionnaire and attach your Resume/CV.

About Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hotel and resort company that was founded in 1960 by Isadore Sharp. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, and operates more than 100 hotels and resorts in over 40 countries. Four Seasons is known for its high-end amenities and personalized service, and has been recognized with numerous awards and accolades. The company is privately held and has been owned by Cascade Investment, a company controlled by Bill Gates, since 2007.
Learn more about Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts
Size
45,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1993

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