Chief Engineer - Schulte Companies

Emerald Hospitality Associates is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Chief Engineer to join our team! EHA is an organization whose success is rooted in our four core beliefs: Integrity, Engagement, Quality and Community.

What's in it for you? When you join EHA you'll be part of a team committed to an inclusive, employee-focused workplace that is invested in your development. We want you to feel engaged, empowered, and excited to grow with us. After all, we believe our greatest and most valuable asset is our people! EHA provides a rewarding, fun and flexible work environment, exciting perks, a robust benefit package and an atmosphere designed to encourage and promote career growth within the company.

Our Company: Emerald Hospitality Associates is a hotel development and management company that prides itself on building long-term relationships with both people and organizations. We specialize in the hotel management and development of full service and upscale focused service hotels. Founded in 1999, our mission focuses on serving our guests, clients and staff as a premier hospitality management and consulting firm, applying personal and corporate integrity to each task thereby providing effective, results-oriented, innovative service that generates true value and commitment to excellence.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Monitors buildings and grounds to ensure a neat and clean appearance and environment.

* Provide direction and leadership to associates in the maintenance department.

* Conducts site surveys to determine effectiveness of maintenance department.

* Establishes and coordinates a preventative maintenance program for the building and its fixtures on a monthly basis.

* Prepares and submits any needed documentation or reports required for federal, state, or local regulatory agencies regarding use and disposal of chemical cleaning agents.

* Provides courteous guest service by responding promptly and efficiently to inquiries, requests, and complaints.

* Make recommendation regarding maintenance budget and manages expenses within approved budget constraints.

* Manage the human resource function in all areas of maintenance in order to attract, retain, and motivate associates: hire, develop, empower, coach and counsel, conduct performance reviews, resolve problems, and provide open communication for all associates.

* Schedules associates in accordance with forecasted occupancy; adjusts staffing as necessary for sudden changes in business levels.

* Maintains information and communication sources to include log book, and other forms of communication.

* Lead in developing emergency action plans, and coordinate with other departments to implement plans.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

* Minimum of High School education, post-high school education preferred 

* Minimum of five (5) years in Maintenance leadership position, preferably within hotels 

* Preferred but not necessary: Two (2) years of college or trade school equivalent in a mechanical, electrical, and/or technical disciplines 

* Certified pool operator certification preferred 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

* Basic math skills 

* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing 

* Strong leadership skills 

* Ability to exceed expectations of guests and team members 

* Excellent time management skills 

* Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word and Excel--Outlook a plus) 

* Detail oriented; strives for excellence in all assignments 

PERKS/BENEFITS

Emerald Hospitality Associates offers a robust selection of perks/benefits that include, but aren't limited to: Paid Time Off, Growth and Career Opportunities, Hotel Discounts, 401K, Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Pet Insurance, Dependent Tuition Benefits, EAP Program, Marketplace Discounts at various retailers such as Disney, Apple, AT&T, Verizon and more!

*Emerald Hospitality Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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