BASIC PURPOSE: Work with GM & Chief Engineer to develop, implement and manage emergency programs, programs for the operations & maintenance of all equipment and physical structures and landscaping in compliance with corporate/franchise standards, local, state & national codes and regulations to protect the assets, guests and employees, to ensure optimum operations, minimize expenses and maximize customer satisfaction.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1.Supervise the Human Resources in the division to attract, retain and motivate the staff; hire, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, conduct performance and salary reviews, resolve problems, provide open communication vehicles, discipline and terminate, as appropriate. (35%)
2.Develop, recommend, implement and manage the division’s budget capital expenditure plan, forecasts and objectives consistent with maintaining a first-class property and management’s expectations. (20%)
3.Develop, implement and manage a maintenance program and negotiate maintenance contracts for the hotel, the grounds and all of the equipment incompliance with corporate/franchise standards and local, state and national codes and regulations to ensure the safety, convenience and satisfaction of all guests, managers and employees to protect the assets and maintain the property in first class condition. (20%)
4.Develop, implement & direct all Emergency programs; ensure all equipment is maintained, conduct inspections & drills, ensure compliance with all codes and regulations, train all employees and maintain accurate records to ensure a safe environment which protects the assets, guests and employees. (10%)
5.Develop, implement and manage an energy conservation program for property to minimize expenses. (7.5%)
6.Coordinate renovation bidding, define the cost and scope of the project and over see the general contractor and subcontractors to ensure quality work is performed for minimal cost. (5%)
7.In absence of Engineering staff, perform maintenance and repairs in specialized areas such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC to include but not be limited to: Respond to and handle guest requests in a courteous, efficient, safe manner. Perform preventive maintenance and necessary repairs on all hotel equipment, including kitchen, laundry, boiler, plumbing, pool, HVAC, electrical and guest rooms. Monitor and maintain all engineering functions as needed (i.e. weekends and evenings).Respond to all emergency situations including fire alarms, bomb threats, disasters and power failures; notify the appropriate authorities. Make rounds of the hotel property to ensure everything is in working order. Clean and maintain all equipment and work areas. Complete maintenance requests, take equipment and meter readings and maintain log to notify the next shift. Document all parts used and parts needed to be purchased. Handle elevator breakdowns. Report any unsafe conditions to the Chief Engineer or General Manager.