380 Arbor Drive

Christiansburg, VA 24073

Position Summary

 

The Chief Maintenance Engineer is responsible for the maintenance of the hotel’s building and grounds and the operation of its equipment and mechanical/electrical systems. Additionally, this position is responsible for the overall safety and security of the hotel and its associates.

 

Responsibilities

 

Reviewing maintenance problems, complaints, and work orders to prioritize and schedule work assignmentsMonitoring and inspecting assigned workTroubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing malfunctioning property systems and equipment, including electrical/mechanicalInspecting property to identify potential and current needsPlanning and executing on-going appropriate maintenance programsEstimating maintenance department expenditures for budget purposes and assisting with capital budget processSoliciting bids from contractors, evaluating their proposals, and once contracted, ensuring work is completed to specificationsCoordinating with local health, safety, fire, and building inspectors to ensure compliance with all applicable code and regulationsPerforming preventative maintenance assignments on a scheduled basisServicing the hotel’s pool, including adjusting chemicals and cleaning filtersCompleting maintenance logs and updating all vendor/contractor filesMaintaining the building exterior if not serviced by a contractor (e.g. snow removal, lawn care, painting, lights, etc.)Maintaining a passing score on the Quality Oil maintenance and security auditMaintaining Hampton service and product standardsMaintaining and coordinating on-call schedule for maintenance department employeesMaintaining and updating Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)Maintaining and monitoring overall hotel safety for its guests and associatesPurchasing and controlling inventory for maintenance department within budget guidelinesCompleting work schedules for maintenance department employees in a timely and effective mannerRecruiting, selecting, and training a skilled and motivated work forceListening and responding to guests’ requests and/or complaintsCoordinating and maintaining effective relations with other departments in the hotel to promote guest serviceIs aware of all departments’ roles and responsibilities.  Coordinating with other departments on joint tasks as they relate to maintenance, particularly housekeeping and the front office.Attending and participating in weekly staff meetings, ensuring all other departments are aware of hotel maintenance issuesInstalling, maintaining, and repairing lounge/bar and restaurant equipment where applicable

 

Requirements

 

Prior maintenance experience is required Prior maintenance experience in a hospitality setting is preferredProven working experience and knowledge of proper maintenance processes, means, methods, and standardsKnowledge of basic maintenance skills, including but not limited to:  HVAC, water cutoffs, circuit breakers, hot water heaters, electronic door locks, mechanical, carpentry, landscaping, etc.Strong initiative and work ethicPunctual , reliable, and regular attendanceStrong attention to detailCustomer-service orientedStrong multitasking and organizational skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentExcellent communication skills – verbal and writtenExcellent interpersonal skillsExcellent time and project management skills