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CHIEF ENGINEER – OUTBOUND STOWE

We are looking for an experienced Chief Engineer at the newest Outbound Hotel in Stowe, VT – Opening Summer 2024. The Chief Engineerwill be a strong leader who develops, implements, and manages all administrative, financial and operating aspects of the hotel, as they directly relate to the engineering department. You will be responsible for the safety, functionality and profitability of the property in compliance with corporate standards, as well as local, state & national codes & regulations. You are excited to work at a hotel where you enable guests to connect to the outdoors, local culture, and community, and where the team is inspired to bring their best every day to ensure a great experience is had by all.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Outbound Hotels:

Outbound Stowe is part of the Outbound Hotels collection, offering authentic, one-of-a-kind.

lodging that harmonizes with outdoor adventure. Guests can enjoy knowledgeable and friendly service; fun and engaging experiences; and an environment that is thoughtfully designed, embraces its place, and celebrates its community.

Other Outbound Hotels include the Virginian Lodge in Jackson Hole, WY, Outbound Mammoth and future properties including Outbound Yosemite in Oakhurst, CA near Yosemite National Park.

https://www.outboundhotels.com/

Springboard Hospitality:

Springboard Hospitality is a premier third-party hotel management company with a 30 year history transforming lifestyle hotels throughout the United States. Springboard team members are a diverse mix of independent innovators, savvy storytellers, adventure-seekers, tech entrepreneurs, free-thinkers and community leaders making waves across one of the most diverse portfolios in the industry.

At every level, the Springboard team is dedicated to going Above & Beyond to deliver hotels that transform people, properties & communities. From memorable moments at the front desk, to thoughtful room touches, to inspired onsite programming, the Springboard team is committed to empowering the traveler’s journey—inviting them to experience the frequency of each hotel’s locale, pushing authentic human connection, exploration, and discovery, while also driving revenue.

https://www.springboardhospitality.com/

ABOUT THE ROLE

Responsibilities

As the Chief Engineer, you will embody the Outbound brand as an authentic, approachable, adventure-curious, sociable, and savvy leader. You will manage and administer programs involving electrical, mechanical, and general construction, repair and maintenance of existing facilities and equipment, and operation and monitoring of utilities (i.e. gas, electric, air-conditioning systems, and water).

SCOPE OF WORK ONGOING EVERYDAY TASKS

• Responsible for maintaining the exterior of the building, parking lot, and common areas, all equipment in guest rooms, and employee work areas
• Manages and verifies completion of routine maintenance and operation of physical structure of hotel, all mechanical, electrical, H.V.A.C. systems, phone system, Internet, audio systems, surveillance equipment and any other related equipment which contributes to the safe and effective operation of the Hotel; Able and willing to respond quickly to emergencies
• Assigns work orders to staff; monitor progress and results
• Visually inspects quality of work and directs staff and outside contractors in tasks according to performance and productivity standards
• Plans, prepares and monitors special projects
• Conducts monthly safety inspections and staff trainings on safety and emergency procedures
• Oversees hotel safety and green program including proper trash removal and recycling
• Co-chairs the hotel’s Safety Committee and acts as a facilitator in the Quality Assurance Committee
• Responsible for all life/safety systems including fire, elevators, disasters and emergency lighting and generating systems
• Supervises the Engineering staff; interviews, hires, trains, schedules, prepare payrolls, coaches and counsels, conducts performance evaluations and disciplines as needed.
• Manages remodeling projects or capital expenditure needs including preparing and submitting budget estimates, progress and cost tracking; Reviews contracts, negotiates revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with vendors, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors, requisitioning supplies and materials
• Communicates effectively with city/town/county officials to ensure proper maintenance of permits and licenses, such as inspecting the building with the fire department to ensure all public assembly permits are maintained yearly, coordinating inspections of all elevators
• Acts as liaison between hotel and vendors to review latest in hotel technology and products to save energy costs; Monitors, controls and reports on the energy conservation programs
• Maintains good working relationships and open lines of communication with all other departments.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Service-oriented with exceptional customer service skills.
• Prior Hotel Maintenance Engineering and supervisory/management experience required to understand the intricacies of the business needs
• Ability to communicate in English; second language desirable.
• Perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, and walking significant distances between and within buildings on the property.
• Ability to stand, walk and/or sit and continuously perform essential job functions for duration of shift.
• Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.
• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry or otherwise move goods weighing a maximum of 100 lbs.
• Sufficient manual dexterity in hands.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders at a rapid pace.
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.
• Requires thorough knowledge of the Maintenance Engineering field, supervisory and management skills, ability to compile facts and figures and to communicate information and hotel services to management and guests

BENEFITS

Springboard Hospitality offers an empowered working environment that encourages collaboration and flexibility. We offer a superior benefits package to full time employees that includes:

• Competitive Base Salary
• PTO
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Pet Insurance
• 401K
• Bereavement Leave
• Employee Rates at all of Springboard Hospitality’s 35 Hotels
• Hotel Level Executive Bonus Program

SPRINGBOARD HOSPITALITY CORE VALUES:

• CONNECTED. We are plugged into people, technology, and the cutting edge of culture.
• INDEPENDENT. We are free thinkers who embrace diversity and advocate for innovation.
• COLLABORATIVE. We are collaborative and believe that the best solutions are found by working together.
• PERSONALIZED. We are devoted to authentic human connection, personalizing our approach to the guests and owners that we serve.
• DYNAMIC. We are analytic thought leaders who harness the power of data to maximize return on investment.

OLS Hotels & Resorts LLC dba Springboard Hospitality (Springboard) is an equal opportunity employer. Springboard provides equal employment opportunity for all associates and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information and characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws. Springboard also provides reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities or medical conditions in accordance with applicable laws.

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