Job Purpose
Responsible for ensuring proper training and supervision of all Engineering personnel and providing consistent, cost‑effective maintenance programs that ensure the property's safe and efficient operation.
Essential Job Functions
- Coordinate and operate, in an economic, legal and safe manner, all R&M & utility expenses.
- Manage Birchstreet for all R&M expenses, participate in all month‑end financial processes and forecasting.
- Supervise a comprehensive maintenance and preventative maintenance program for public spaces, guestrooms and equipment. All work requests and preventive maintenance to be managed in Synergy.
- Coordinate with other departments to maintain general conditions and adhere to safety, health standards and legal requirements set forth by hotel policy.
- Recruit, interview, hire, train, and discipline engineering associates in coordination with the Director of Associate Services.
- Recommend capital budget projects, obtain bids, and oversee contractors for project execution; manage special permits and licenses as required.
- Ensure timely and accurate completion of work by external vendors and contractors.
- Maintain own and resort's special permits and licenses as required by local, state and federal authorities.
- Control schedules, staffing, and payroll for the Engineering team; maintain personnel records, utility logs, and engineering records.
- Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions; complete safety training and certifications.
- Follow all company policies and procedures; ensure clean uniform and professional personal appearance; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
- Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards; identify, recommend, develop and implement new ways to increase organizational efficiency, productivity, quality, safety, and/or cost‑savings.
- Responsible for scheduling and facilitating monthly department meetings.
- Effectively coach and counsel associates as needed and complete performance evaluations.
- Attend all company required training.
- Champion the Omni / Power of One / Power of Engagement culture.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years' hospitality engineering experience required or in a similar field.
- Certification in HVAC, electrical, plumbing is preferred. CPO and EPA certifications are required; if not currently possessed, must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
- Expertise in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building management, and all life safety systems pertinent to hotel operations.
- Knowledgeable in safety use for power tools, general engineering tools and equipment, pool pumps and filtration systems.
- Knowledgeable in ADA requirements, power, water and sewer distribution, blueprints, fire codes and fire protection.
- Demonstrate excellent leadership, organizational and communication skills; must possess effective teamwork and guest relations.
- Demonstrates understanding and application of management approaches for work direction, motivation, performance management, and disciplinary action.
- Ability to ensure administrative functions and duties are assigned and completed according to Omni standards, including timekeeping, vendor contracts and personnel action forms.
- Possess relevant industry certifications and licenses as required by local authorities.
Physical Requirements
- Move, bend, lift, carry, push, pull and place objects of moderate to heavy weight without assistance. Stand or walk for an extended period or for an entire work shift.
- Respond quickly to sounds; move safely over uneven terrain; identify and respond to dangerous situations; climb ladders while carrying moderate to heavy weight. Wear personal protective equipment when required.
Working Environment
- Exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.
- Exposure to various hazardous chemicals.
Tools & Equipment
- Power tools and general engineering tools for HVAC, electrical and plumbing equipment.
- Desktop computer, printer, telephone, fax, copier and other office supplies.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available.
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