JOB SUMMARY

Assists department head in managing budget, capital expenditures, preventative maintenance and energy conservation. Accountable for maintaining the building and grounds with particular attention towards safety, security and asset protection. Assigns, tracks and follows up on status of work assigned to staff and contractors. Helps increase guest and employee satisfaction through effective communications and training.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.

OR

• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major; 2 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Supporting management of Department Operations and Engineering Budgets

• Assists in effectively planning, scheduling and evaluating preventative maintenance programs.

• Helps establish priorities for total property maintenance needs.

• Supervises the day to day operations of Engineering.

• Assists in managing the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical and life safety systems.

• Maintains and operates equipment at optimum effectiveness, efficiency and safety.

• Supervises distribution of repair work orders.

• Assists in maintaining grounds, meeting rooms, ballrooms, public space, restaurants, property vehicles and recreational facilities as needed.

• Acts as technical liaison for all departments in property.

• Supervises Engineering in the absence of the Director of Engineering.

• Recommends or arranges for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment.

• Selects and makes purchases of new equipment, supplies, and furnishings.

• Inspects and evaluates the physical condition of facilities in order to determine the type of work required.

• Manages parts, supplies and equipment inventories effectively by minimizing downtime and maximizing cash flow.

• Performs inspections effectively.

• Assists in evaluating and implementing new technologies, equipment and supplies.

• Assists in establishing and implementing an energy conservation program.

Maintaining Engineering Standards

• Helps ensure necessary permits and licenses for building and physical plant are obtained and kept current.

• Helps ensure regulatory compliance to facility regulations and safety standards.

• Ensures compliance with all Engineering departmental policies, standards and procedures.

• Ensures all employees have the proper supplies, equipment and uniforms.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

• Displays leadership in guest hospitality by exemplifying excellent customer service and creating a positive atmosphere for guest relations.

• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.

• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

Conducting Human Resources Activities

• Supervises staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.

• Helps train employees in safety procedures.

• Assists in training other department employees in fire protection, safety and evacuation procedures.

• Provides feedback to employees based on observation of service behaviors.

• Assists in performing operational activities as necessary.

Marriott Hotels, Marriott International’s flagship brand with more than 500 global locations, is advancing the art of hosting so that our guests can travel brilliantly. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep this promise by delivering premium choices, sophisticated style, and well-crafted details. With your skills and imagination, together we will innovate and reinvent the future of travel.

JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 80 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. It’s as simple as that. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy a true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can really pursue your passions in a luxury environment. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™.