Chief Engineer - Homewood Suites by Hilton Chelsea

Company: Colwen Management Inc
Location: Chelsea
Posted on: January 24, 2025

Job Description:

Chief Engineer - Homewood Suites by Hilton Chelsea
Job Category: Engineering
Requisition Number: CHIEF002790
Posted: January 2, 2025
Job Type: Full-Time
Location
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chelsea145 Beech StreetChelsea, MA 02150, USA
Overview:
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chelsea, a Colwen Hotels property, is seeking a friendly and detail-oriented Chief Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will lead the Maintenance Team in the day-to-day efforts of maintaining the hotel property. The ideal candidate will be well-organized and possess working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and safety standards and requirements. The primary goal of this position is to ensure the hotel is safe and functional for our associates and guests.
General Responsibilities:

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• Manage day-to-day operations of the department to ensure associates adhere to Colwen Hotels and brand standards, and consistently meet and exceed business and guest expectations.
  
• Responsible for recruiting, interviewing, and hiring associates for the Engineering department.
  
• Develop specific departmental goals and objectives to prioritize, organize, and get work done.
  
• Drive ongoing associate engagement/recognition initiatives.
  
• Establish and maintain open collaborative relationships with direct reports and team members to ensure everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
  
• Manage the ordering and inventory of the Engineering department supplies and uniforms.
  
• Supervise staffing levels to ensure that guest services, operational needs, and financial objectives are met.
  
• Supervise and schedule maintenance staff; monitor associate performance; provide coaching, mentoring, and developmental plans to improve associates' capabilities and performance.
  
• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctions in electrical/mechanical systems (e.g., HVAC, plumbing) and other hotel equipment as needed.
  
• Follow OSHA Guidelines to ensure a safe working environment (lock-out, tag-out, maintain MSDS sheets, etc.).
  
• Manage the ongoing room preventative maintenance program.
  
• Review maintenance problems, complaints, and work orders to prioritize and schedule work.
  
• Conduct routine property inspections to identify potential and current needs.
  
• Estimate department expenditures for budget purposes, assist with capital budget process, solicit contractor bids, and evaluate proposals.
  
• Ensure signed vendor agreement and Certificate of Insurance (COI) are in place prior to commencement of work.
  
• Coordinate with local health, safety, fire, and building inspectors to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
  
• Service hotel pool to include adjusting chemical levels and cleaning filters.
  
• Complete maintenance logs as required.
  
• Maintain building exterior not serviced by contractors (e.g., snow removal, lawn care, painting).
  
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  Requirements:
  
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  • 2 years of previous hotel engineering management experience required.
    
  • Strong leader of people.
    
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    
  • Working knowledge of kitchen equipment/refrigeration preferred.
    
  • Working knowledge of fire protection and life safety systems.
    
  • Reliable with the ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
    
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    
  • Familiar with common computer software programs (e.g., Microsoft Office).
    
  • Must be willing to work a rotational work schedule, including weekends and holidays.
    
    Benefits & Perks:
    
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    • Medical Insurance with Company-Funded HRA.
      
    • Vision Insurance.
      
    • Flexible Spending Accounts.
      
    • Wide Array of Supplemental Insurance Offerings.
      
    • Paid Time Off Programs.
      
    • Employee Assistance Program.
      
    • 401K Plan - Traditional & Roth Options with Employer Match.
      
    • Hotel Discount Travel Program for Associates & Family.
      
    • Exclusive Associate Discounts - Travel, Entertainment, & Retail.
      
    • Training and Development Programs.
      
      Colwen Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. EOE M/F/D/V
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