Director of Maintenance

• Employee Type Exempt Salary

Description

SUMMARY:

The Director of Maintenance is responsible for the overall maintenance and efficient operation of all building systems in a hotel including its mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. This role is hands-on and ensures that the hotel's facilities are in good working condition, safe for guests and staff, and compliant with local regulations. This includes managing a team of maintenance personnel, overseeing repairs and renovations, and ensuring that the property is compliant with all safety and regulatory standards.

DUTIES:

1.Plan and execute a preventive maintenance program for all hotel systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and structural elements.

2.Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance needs and prioritize repairs.

3.Ensure that maintenance tasks are completed promptly and efficiently.

4.Recruit, train, and supervise a team of maintenance staff.

5.Assign tasks and responsibilities to maintenance personnel.

6.Provide coaching and mentorship to team members.

7.Help in the development of and manage the maintenance department's budget.

8.Control costs by optimizing maintenance processes and negotiating contracts with vendor.

9.Ensure that the hotel complies with all safety codes, regulations, and industry standards.

10.Oversee regular safety inspections and audits.

11.Implement emergency response plans and procedures.

12.Coordinate and oversee renovation projects within the hotel.

13.Collaborate with architects, contractors, and suppliers to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

14.Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, required inspections, equipment manuals, and warranties.

15.Generate reports on maintenance and repair expenses for management.

16.Ensure that maintenance issues reported by guests are resolved promptly and effectively.

17.Implement a guest-focused approach to maintenance to enhance the guest experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, codes, and regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Budgeting and cost control expertise.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The position requires long periods of standing and walking throughout the property. The incumbent must have the ability to bend, twist, kneel, stoop, and crouch, etc. in completing and supervising work in progress. Frequent manipulation of arms and hands to grasp, move, and lift equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs. Pushing, lifting, pulling, and carrying ladders, supplies, and equipment as needed.

Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, codes, and regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Budgeting and cost control expertise.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The position requires long periods of standing and walking throughout the property. The incumbent must have the ability to bend, twist, kneel, stoop, and crouch, etc. in completing and supervising work in progress. Frequent manipulation of arms and hands to grasp, move, and lift equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs. Pushing, lifting, pulling, and carrying ladders, supplies, and equipment as needed.

Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine.