Shaner has an immediate opportunity for a Chief Engineer to join our team at our Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER hotel located in Buffalo, NY. 

The Chief Engineer is responsible for implementing and maintaining the maintenance operation for the exterior and interior facilities, including but not limited to life safety issues, electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, HVAC, structural, finishes, landscaping and grounds, and all areas of the hotel's physical plant. 

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Implement and maintain Engineering Department standards and all other policy and procedures
• Conduct walk-throughs and visually assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structures of the hotel, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC system and any other related equipment
• Implement and maintain the Preventative Maintenance, Room Care, and Landscape and Grounds program.
• Hire, orient, train, and develop the Department employees and perform reviews and feedback based upon their performance.
• Coordinate Department payroll processes, including all scheduling, time off requests, and monitor and approve all overtime.
• Ensure property is clean, orderly, and is a safe environment for guests and associates.
• Direct and administer complete routine maintenance on public spaces, meeting rooms, outlets, pools (if necessary) BOH spaces and grounds.
• Ensure that all systems and equipment are functioning properly and efficiently.
• Coordinate and direct special projects, including, but not limited to: renovations, remodeling, and painting.
• Adhere to all corporate-required purchasing policies and controls, including, but not limited to, all outside contractors bids, budgets and schedules. Follow prescribed safety procedures for personnel and equipment by the company and OSHA.
• Maintain effective Energy Management and Preventative Maintenance programs and conduct special training for other operating departments on the safe and efficient use of equipment and energy in the hotel
• Monitor the level and quality of services performed by outside contractors in accordance with the agreements, service contracts, warranties, service repairs, etc.
• Respond to guest issues in a timely, courteous manner and communicate with department heads to advise of maintenance needs and ensure timely response to internal requests.
• Be aware of Quality Assurance Audits and outline areas of concern with the General Manager and prepare action plans prior to audit for positive scoring.
• Implement and Maintain the Hazardous Communication Program, Crisis Management, and participate in all Safety Programs of the hotel.
• Support the Company Pillars by following and executing: Revenue Improvement, Cost Management/Profitability, Exceeding Guest Expectations, Associate Engagement, and Outstanding Physical Product.

Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace

Work shifts and hours vary; weekend and holiday hours required.

Eligible for benefits and bonus package including 8 paid holidays, PTO, 401k and Marriott hotel discounts.

Located on bus and metro routes.

Salary starting at $75,000.