Engineering Director | Columbia Hospitality Residential
Let’s start off with the most important part-what’s in it for you:
The Perks

• Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
• Significant incentive potential on top of base pay
• Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K, HSA/FSA Plans
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, Retail & Partner Perks (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
• Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
• Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
• Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
• Online Learning Platform to Help You Develop!
• Cell Phone allowance eligible

Our Commitment to you:
“People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.
Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.
What you’ll do:The Brass Tacks:

• Ensures the building’s physical, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems are maintained to the highest standards.
• Brings new ideas and technology to the GM/HOA to ensure the building runs as efficiently as possible.
• Ensures the security, cleanliness, preventive maintenance and repair of all engineering department tools, equipment and safety features are in accordance with established procedures.
• Effectively manages maintenance and custodial teams including but not limited to recruiting, training, scheduling, and managing performance.
• Processes Payroll and schedules all Engineering
• Ensures all maintenance supplies, tools, storerooms and workspaces are kept in a clean, stocked, and orderly.
• Responsible for ensuring the building equipment licensing and permits are up to date at all times
• Communicates in writing and verbally with residents, guests, developers, and guests in a professional manner.
• Delegates and completes work orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Prepares reports and budgets for management and board of directors.
• Drafts, evaluates, and negotiates maintenance contracts
• Develops, manages, and maintains engineering budget
• Works evenings, nights, weekends, and holiday shifts based on the needs of the building.
• Responds to common inquiries, complaints, or requests from residents, guests, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Communicates and addresses issues or concerns in a prompt and efficient manner.
• Responds to after-hour calls with urgency
• Reports and addresses unsafe conditions immediately.
• Completes annual OSHA & Safety trainings, as required.
• May provide oversight of multiple properties.
• Other tasks as assigned.

The Nitty Gritty

• 7 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience supporting multiple buildings or 350 room Residential or Hotel buildings
• At least 5 years customer service experience
• At least 7 years managing engineering or facilities team members
• Industry Certifications (I.e Boiler, HVAC, CPO) preferred
• 5 years project management experience
• Expert at developing budgets and preparing reports.
• Expert ability to interpret technical instructions, diagrams and blueprints.
• Expert ability to effectively perform and direct all building repairs such as painting, sheetrock repair, general carpentry, etc.
• Must have an understanding of refrigeration cycle and HVAC equipment repair.
• Must have expert knowledge of and the ability to operate and teach operation of engineering.
• Experience with, or ability to learn, BuildingLink, HotSOS, or similar electronic building management platforms.
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently is required to read, analyze, and interpret complex scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Experience communicating with leaders and stakeholders in a professional manner
• Ability to respond to common inquires or complaints from residents, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
The Fine Print
Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.
Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect
Columbia Hospitality is a national management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.