Assistant Chief Engineer

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Assistant Chief Engineer - Marriott Stamford Hotel & Spa, Stamford, CT

Job Summary

Assists Director Engineer in managing safety standards, work orders, projects, 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 the status of work assigned to Engineering associates and contractors. Committed to increasing guest and employee satisfaction through an effective maintenance plan, communications, and training.

Candidate Profile

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 5 years’ experience in engineering and maintenance in hotels or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R / electrical / plumbing.
• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major; 4 years’ experience in the engineering and maintenance in hotels or related professional area;

technical training in HVAC-R / electrical / plumbing.

Core Work Activities

Supporting Management of Hotel Operations

• Supervises distribution of repair work orders.
• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.
• Effectively plans, schedules, and evaluates preventative maintenance programs.
• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with associates.
• Daily coordination of preventive maintenance of hotel rooms, conference and banquet rooms, with housekeeping, front office, and food & beverage leaders.
• Supervises Engineering and related areas in absence of the Director of Engineering.
• Assists in managing the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical, and life safety systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance and necessary repairs for hotel equipment, machinery including kitchen, laundry, boiler, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and hotel guest rooms TVs.
• Recommends or arranges for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment.
• Selects and orders or purchases new equipment, supplies, and furnishings after required approvals.
• Supervises the day-to-day operations of Engineering and related departments.

Maintaining Property Standards

• Inspects and evaluates the physical condition of facilities on a weekly basis to determine the type of work required.
• Maintains accurate logs and records as required.
• Operates generators and fire pumps as necessary.
• Ensures all associates have the proper supplies, equipment, and uniforms.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

• Empowers associates to provide excellent customer service.
• Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.
• Sets a positive example for guest relations.

Conducting Training and HR Activities

• Helps train team in safety procedures.
• Supports a departmental orientation program for associates to receive the appropriate new hire Marriott and MJ Hotels training to successfully perform their job (within first 30 days).
• Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Review Process.
• Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with the appropriate skills.
• Participates in the associate performance appraisal process, providing feedback as needed.
• Supervises staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs, and financial objectives are met.

The salary range for this position is $75,000.00 to $80,000.00 annually. This position offers healthcare benefits, 401(k) plan, paid time off (including sick leave where applicable), life insurance, disability coverage, other life and work wellness benefits, and may include incentive compensation.

Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.

Marriott Stamford Hotel and MJ Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture.

We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

The difference between being a good business and an amazing business can be found in the company's footprints made by giving back and serving others.

Community relationships matter to the team at Meyer Jabara.

• Job Family : New Jobs
• Travel Required : No
• Required Education : High School

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