Chief Engineer | Newark Comfort Inn & Suites

Overview

Oversee hotel engineering, maintenance, safety, and staff management.

Key Responsibilities

• preventive maintenance
• safety compliance
• team supervision
• budget management
• emergency repair
• tool maintenance

Tasks

-Exercise safety precautions when working on equipment (use of safety signs, etc.). -Handle chemicals for designated uses/surfaces, according to hotel requirements. -Schedule and perform work in accordance with preventive maintenance program in rooms, coordinating with the Rooms Division Department. -Carries out supervisory responsibilities that includes interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. -Maintains the engineering department’s annual budget. -Performs engineering staff functions whenever necessary. -Ensures all safety equipment is in compliance and working order with federal quarterly/annual inspections to city, state and codes. Maintain knowledge of hotel safety procedures and ensure application of such. -Delegate daily work assignments and review priorities and special projects. -Perform emergency equipment and machinery repair as needed. -Ensures final inspection of all engineeringrelated work and execution of all work orders. -Maintain the proper use, cleaning, maintenance, and storage of all tools.

Requirements

• plumbing
• electrical
• mechanical
• osha
• 2 years
• trade license

What You Bring

-Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding. -Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with a minimum of supervision. -Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. -Working knowledge of repair and maintenance regarding health codes; plumbing codes; plant equipment; electrical codes; architectural codes; structural codes; blueprints and wiring/plumbing schematics; building code improvement; mechanical and electrical/safety systems construction; national/local fire codes; proper chemical handling and disposal; power and hand tools, meters, etc. as it relates to the technical trades; local mechanical codes; OSHA codes and best practices. -Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts, as required to meet the needs of the Company’s business operations. -Ability to troubleshoot and use alternatives in emergency situations. -Minimum two years’ experience as a hotel maintenance engineer. Supervisory experience preferred. -Ability to endure abundant physical movements in carrying out job duties. -Ability to enforce hotel's standards, policies and procedures with staff. -Any building trade license/certificate from the state of hotel’s operation preferred. -High school graduate or equivalent; college degree or vocational training a plus. -Valid driver’s license and clean driving record. -Ability to interpret manufacturer’s literature for installation, preparation, use and upkeep of various materials and products used throughout the property. -Bilingual English/Spanish a plus. -Ability to handle potentially hazardous chemicals. -Ability to maintain confidentiality of hotel guests and pertinent hotel information. -Knowledge of all mechanical equipment critical to the operation of the building.

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About Shaner Hotels

-Shaner Hotels is a family-owned company with a rich history in the hospitality industry. -Focuses on hotel ownership, management, and development across the United States. -Operates a diverse portfolio of hotels, including major global brands and independent properties. -Known for expertise in transforming underperforming properties into successful operations. -Business model includes long-term investments with a focus on profitability and asset appreciation. -Strong presence in the upscale and select-service hotel segments. -Projects often involve extensive renovations, brand conversions, and strategic expansions. -Standout in the industry with a hands-on management approach. -Prides itself on deep industry relationships and ability to adapt to market trends.

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