Chief Engineer

Chief Engineer – Valley Hospitality

The Chief Engineer is responsible for coordinating and managing the day‑to‑day maintenance and upkeep of the hotel’s engineering and grounds functions under the direction of the General Manager.

• Direct supervision and scheduling of the work force.
• All preventative maintenance programs.
• All repair and maintenance work orders.
• Inventories and procurement of parts and supplies.
• Accident prevention and safety.
• Energy conservation.
• Neatness and cleanliness of the engineering shop and all areas under direct control.
• Proper orientation training and development of department associates.
• Utilization of the tools of quality in department planning and problem‑solving efforts.
• Conduct daily shift briefings.
• Supervise and participate in all preventative and general maintenance programs by maintaining rooms maintenance strategy, tracking data, check sheets and logs, planning and scheduling preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, and project work, and performing regular inspections.
• Manage repair and maintenance projects and building improvement by effectively coordinating and planning all tasks in advance of beginning any project, utilizing all possible resources, coordinating efforts with engineering and other affected departments, and using project management techniques along with the appropriately assigned engineering team members to perform project planning and execution. All methods, materials and practices must meet and be in accordance with local codes, Marriott specification, national codes and standard practices.
• Lead or otherwise facilitate the transfer of information regarding priorities, assignments, and problem solving at briefing sessions.
• Fire Alarm/Life Safety System – monitor systems, handle emergencies, and have working knowledge of fire sprinkler and emergency power systems.
• Emergencies – be available for any emergencies, act in an engineering capacity to protect guests and associates, preserve the building and its systems during the emergency, and return the building to its normal operating status while informing the General Manager.
• Accident Prevention and Safety – be aware of all department Job Safety Analysis, work in an accident‑free manner, and create a safe work environment for others.
• Records – read, log, track and interpret readings from meters, gauges and other measuring units; maintain a thorough log of each day’s activities and problems that occur; and ensure this information is passed on to other shifts.
• 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 be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules (Lockout Tagout, JSAs).
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by co‑workers and guests.
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service‑oriented manner.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Valley Hospitality standards, as required by scheduling.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and nametag when working.
• Comply at all times with Valley Hospitality standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Employees must at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to guests, managers and fellow employees.
• Understand and be able to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Attend meetings/trainings as required by management.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

• 5 years minimum maintenance experience.
• 2 years minimum supervisory maintenance experience.
• 5+ years HVAC mechanical journeyman experience.
• Recent experience troubleshooting HVAC controls.
• Successful and recent HVAC technician experience working with commercial chillers in commercial spaces.
• Electrical experience desired.
• Valid journeyman HVAC license, EPA card.
• Valid state driver’s license and clean driving record.