The Area Engineer is responsible for assisting with the operation maintenance service and repair of equipment for multiple properties as assigned. Responsible for all day-to-day operations of the maintenance department and overseeing the successful completion of maintenance and daily assigned tasks. He/she is also responsible for participating in the preventative maintenance program handling guest requests and other work orders as assigned. He/she is also responsible for performing the job in a safe and efficient manner and performing trade jobs such as carpentry painting plumbing etc. May require driving shuttle van when needed (property specific)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensed in a trade preferred (plumbing electrical HVAC carpentry etc.).
• Must have a valid driver's license for the applicable state.
• Must have an acceptable MVR (Motor Vehicle Driving Record) property specific
• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Must work well in stressful high pressure situations.
• Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating preventing identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Must have the ability to assimilate complex information data etc. from disparate sources and consider adjust or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need.
• Must be effective at listening to understanding and clarifying the issues raised by co-workers and guests.
• Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data and basic arithmetic functions.
• Must be able to work unsupervised.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive friendly courteous and service oriented manner.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality standards as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working (per brand standards).
• Comply at all times with Aimbridge Hospitality standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations
• Train and supervise maintenance Engineering staff and coordinate all scheduling.
• Provide direction the Engineering department as requested by General Manager and/or Property Chief Eng.
• Ensure that all Engineering personnel fulfill their job functions appropriately.
• Follow all hotel and departmental procedures and policies.
• Report emergencies and unusual situations immediately.
• Handle guest room maintenance requests in a timely fashion.
• Demonstrate an attitude of cooperation and helpfulness at all times.
• Assist with the operation maintenance and repair of equipment.
• Employees must at all times be friendly courteous and helpful to guests employees and managers.
• Change out light bulbs; perform preventative maintenance for guest rooms to include: vinyl repair touch up paint minor furniture repair tub caulking tile repairs etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance for ice machines refrigerators kitchen equipment laundry equipment HVAC guestrooms meeting rooms the swimming pool and hot tub.
• Perform plumbing repair laundry equipment repair preventative maintenance on all exhaust fans and supply; monitor energy conservation; repair vacuum cleaners and any other small equipment upon request.
• Immediately follow up on any alarms to determine the exact location and cause - determine emergency status and report to the Front Desk with findings.
• Point out and assist with eliminating safety concerns.
• Assist in maintenance of health code requirements for pool and spa as applicable.
• Do periodic property tours of garden and exterior perimeter for debris and trash removal; Check the lighting and irrigation periodically.
• Complete all appropriate Engineering forms.
• Assist with the set up of special meeting needs.
• Complete assigned maintenance request forms daily.
• Use proper two way radio etiquette at all times when communicating with other employees.
• Perform any other duties as requested by management.

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan