This position is a working Lead Engineer-III and must have strong general knowledge of a hotel – casino facility. The Lead Engineer will communicate with the facility managers daily and make sure all engineers on that shift have assignments and all assignments are completed in a timely manner. Lead engineer will communicate with managers from other departments and make sure all guest complaints or issues are addressed in a timely manner. Strives to ensure guest and associate satisfaction and maximize the financial performance of the department. Helps ensure long term asset protection and effectively leads the team to ensure strong productivity. The list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive. Adheres to all Company, Safety and Department policies and procedures. Fosters team work and provides excellent guest service, anticipates guest needs to exceed guest expectations. Builds brand loyalty by living the JW Marriott Core Values.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5-years working in the facilities department of a Hotel – Casino.
• Experience in guiding employees
• Working knowledge of Central Plant and HVAC systems 
• Knowledge of BMS systems (YAMAS) a plus
• Knowledge of building trades; electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing and general building practices
• Knowledge of facility regulations and safety standards (OSHA, EPA, ADA, CFC, NFPA)
• Maintain a safe work environment for all employees
• Knowledge of life safety systems
• Knowledge of overall hotel operations as they affect other departments.
• Ability to effectively delegate work orders
• Good communication skills (verbal, writing, and listening)
• Strong organization skills
• Ability to use standard software applications (word, excel, outlook) if needed
• Knowledge of the hotel software HOT-SOS a plus.
• Effective conflict management skills
• Strong customer and associate relation skills
• Material ordering, inventory control, supplies and equipment

REQUIRED CERTIFICATE/LICENSE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent 
• Must have valid Nevada driver’s license. 

MAJOR JOB DUTIES: Duties include, but are not limited, to the following:

• Oversees the daily operations of engineers on duty. 
• Assists in overseeing the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical and life safety systems.
• Keeps equipment maintained and operating at optimum effectiveness, efficiency and safety.
• Oversees distribution of repair work orders and monitors timeliness and quality of completion.
• Assists in maintaining grounds; meeting rooms; ballrooms; public space; restaurants; hotel vehicles and recreational facilities.
• Performs inspections effectively.
• Helps ensure regulatory compliance to facility regulations and safety standards.
• Has a working knowledge of all departments in the hotel and can act as technical liaison
• Ensures compliance with all Engineering departmental policies, standards and procedures.
• Assist with completing preventative maintenance programs.
• Helps train associates in safety procedures and make sure of their ability to execute departmental and hotel emergency procedures, fire protection, safety and evacuation procedures.
• Understands and complies with loss prevention policies and procedures.
• Conducts training when appropriate.
• Oversees performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position and reports progress to facility managers.
• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with associates and ensures associates do the same within the team.
• Ensures associates are treated fairly and equitably. Constantly strives to improve associate retention. Brings issues to the attention of facility managers as necessary.
• Ensures on-going communication is happening with all other departments. 
• Helps to manage the facilities' heat, light and power usage to minimize consumption and expenses and increase profitability.
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

The above statements represent a general outline of principal job functions and should not be construed as a complete description of all aspects and requirements required for this job.

PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in the Hotel and Casino environment throughout the property including outdoors. Must be tolerant to varying conditions of noise level, temperature, illumination and air quality. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. When on the casino floor, the noise level increases to loud. A casino environment typically allows smoking.

• Interacts with management, fellow Associates and/or guests maintains professional relationships.
• Ability to verbally communicate effectively with guests and coworkers
• Requires prolonged sitting or standing and mobility.
• Requires bending and reaching. 
• Requires transporting, pushing, pulling, and maneuvering items weighing up to 80 lbs.
• Requires lifting items weighing up to 80 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking
• Requires eye/hand coordination.
• Requires use of standard tools & equipment. 
• Requires both mathematical & analytical skills.
• Requires the ability to distinguish letters, numbers and symbols.
• Ability to and comply with Policies and Procedures, Job Description, daily memorandums, chemical labels (MSDS) and other instructions.