Chief Engineer

Additional Information:
This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Shaner Hotel Group. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel's employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

About the Team

Shaner Hotels has an amazing opportunity at our 205 room Buffalo Marriott LECOM HARBOR CENTER. Located off I-190 in downtown Buffalo's Canalside Entertainment District, the Buffalo Marriott LECOM HARBOR CENTER is attached to Key Bank Center, the home of the NHL Buffalo Sabres. Niagara Falls, a natural wonder of the world, is just a short drive away. This hotel features modern rooms, elegant meeting space and a seventh-floor restaurant and bar offering stunning views of Lake Erie and the Buffalo skyline.

About Us

Shaner Hotel Group

Shaner Hotels is one of the foremost award-winning hospitality owner-operators and management companies in the hospitality industry. Our current portfolio consists of over 65 full-service, select-service, extended-stay and resort properties with more than 7,500 rooms in 14 states and four countries. We partner with the top Hospitality Brands including independent locations as well. We provide a variety of services for investors, hotel owners and brands-including hotel development, design and construction, e-commerce, and revenue management.

You can find out more by visiting our website, !

Job Description

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.

Delegate daily work assignments and review priorities and special projects.

Schedule and perform work in accordance with preventive maintenance program in rooms, coordinating with the Rooms Division Department.

Ensures final inspection of all engineering related work and execution of all work orders.

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.

Handle chemicals for designated uses/surfaces, according to hotel requirements.

Perform emergency equipment and machinery repair as needed.

Maintain the proper use, cleaning, maintenance, and storage of all tools.

Exercise safety precautions when working on equipment (use of safety signs, etc.).

Maintains the engineering department's annual budget.

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.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for all aspects of the Engineering department to include the proper operation, maintenance, preventive maintenance, and repair of all heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and mechanical equipment. Develop, coordinate, and monitor a maintenance program to ensure the safety, security and comfort of all staff and guests. Assigned responsibility of Safety Committee Chairperson. Supervise, train and manage all Engineering staff.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000 with 15% Bonus

Work Location:

In person

Benefits:

Health insurance

Paid time off

8 Paid holidays

Marriott Hotel Discounts

2 Complimentary night hotel stays per year at any Shaner Hotel property

1 Complimentary meal per shift worked

Located on bus and metro routes.

Qualifications:

High school graduate or equivalent; college degree or vocational training a plus.

Any building trade license/certificate from the state of hotel's operation preferred.

Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding.

Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Minimum two years' experience as a hotel maintenance engineer. Supervisory experience preferred.

Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Knowledge of all mechanical equipment critical to the operation of the building.

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.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Ability to interpret manufacturer's literature for installation, preparation, use and upkeep of various…