USC CERPP (Center for Enrollment Research, Policy and Practice)
Assistant Chief Engineer, USC Hotel
USC CERPP (Center for Enrollment Research, Policy and Practice), Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
Assistant Chief Engineer, USC Hotel – USC Auxiliary Services, Los Angeles, CA. The USC Hotel offers 240 guest rooms and over 15,000 square feet of event space. This role supports the Chief Engineer in daily operation and maintenance of the hotel’s physical infrastructure. Responsibilities
Assist in overseeing the daily operations of the engineering department, coordinating the repair and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems. Ensure prompt response to service requests, including urgent or emergency situations. Support the supervision, scheduling, and ongoing training of the engineering team; participate in hiring, performance management, and team development. Participate in the Manager on Duty (MOD) program; respond to urgent guest or operational issues and be on-site during emergencies (e.g., power outages, major plumbing leaks, equipment failures). Utilize the preventive maintenance system to schedule, execute, and track routine maintenance; maintain detailed logs of completed work. Create and manage purchase orders, track expenses, and ensure appropriate use of department funds; maintain inventory of tools, parts, and materials with safety compliance. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety codes and building regulations; conduct routine safety inspections and assist with emergency preparedness plans. Collaborate with other departments to resolve guest issues and support capital improvement projects; liaise with vendors and contractors under the Chief Engineer’s direction. Supervise unit employees and/or student workers in the absence of Facilities Manager; schedule and prioritize workloads and ensure timely completion. Assist with coordination of facilities operations, maintenance, construction, and renovation projects; compile data for cost allocation and generate status/project reports for senior management. Monitor facilities expenses; assist with developing facilities cost projections. Plan long and short range space and equipment use with Facilities Manager; allocate resources based on departmental priorities. Conduct safety inspections and ensure compliance with health, safety, environment, and risk management policies; provide health and safety equipment as needed. Develop and implement deferred maintenance and preventive maintenance programs; inspect equipment and coordinate repairs or purchases. Coordinate energy management programs to reduce costs. Develop and implement security-related procedures; coordinate security activities with USC Public Safety and promote security awareness among staff. Perform other related duties as assigned; USC reserves the right to modify duties as needed. Minimum Qualifications
Education: Related undergraduate study; combined experience/education may substitute for minimum education. Experience: 3-5 years of progressive experience in hotel engineering, facilities maintenance, or a related field, including supervisory experience. Expertise: Coursework and/or experience in business administration. Demonstrated supervisory experience in facilities management with time management and problem-solving skills; strong commitment to USC's Unifying Values. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree. Additional Information
No set schedule. May require weekends, evenings, and/or holidays. Must have full availability to support business needs. Compensation
The annual base salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $85,000.00. USC considers factors such as role scope, candidate experience, education, training, skills, internal alignment, laws, contractual requirements, funding, and market conditions when making offers. The Trojan Family Rewards
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Assistant Chief Engineer, USC Hotel – USC Auxiliary Services, Los Angeles, CA. The USC Hotel offers 240 guest rooms and over 15,000 square feet of event space. This role supports the Chief Engineer in daily operation and maintenance of the hotel’s physical infrastructure. Responsibilities
Assist in overseeing the daily operations of the engineering department, coordinating the repair and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems. Ensure prompt response to service requests, including urgent or emergency situations. Support the supervision, scheduling, and ongoing training of the engineering team; participate in hiring, performance management, and team development. Participate in the Manager on Duty (MOD) program; respond to urgent guest or operational issues and be on-site during emergencies (e.g., power outages, major plumbing leaks, equipment failures). Utilize the preventive maintenance system to schedule, execute, and track routine maintenance; maintain detailed logs of completed work. Create and manage purchase orders, track expenses, and ensure appropriate use of department funds; maintain inventory of tools, parts, and materials with safety compliance. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety codes and building regulations; conduct routine safety inspections and assist with emergency preparedness plans. Collaborate with other departments to resolve guest issues and support capital improvement projects; liaise with vendors and contractors under the Chief Engineer’s direction. Supervise unit employees and/or student workers in the absence of Facilities Manager; schedule and prioritize workloads and ensure timely completion. Assist with coordination of facilities operations, maintenance, construction, and renovation projects; compile data for cost allocation and generate status/project reports for senior management. Monitor facilities expenses; assist with developing facilities cost projections. Plan long and short range space and equipment use with Facilities Manager; allocate resources based on departmental priorities. Conduct safety inspections and ensure compliance with health, safety, environment, and risk management policies; provide health and safety equipment as needed. Develop and implement deferred maintenance and preventive maintenance programs; inspect equipment and coordinate repairs or purchases. Coordinate energy management programs to reduce costs. Develop and implement security-related procedures; coordinate security activities with USC Public Safety and promote security awareness among staff. Perform other related duties as assigned; USC reserves the right to modify duties as needed. Minimum Qualifications
Education: Related undergraduate study; combined experience/education may substitute for minimum education. Experience: 3-5 years of progressive experience in hotel engineering, facilities maintenance, or a related field, including supervisory experience. Expertise: Coursework and/or experience in business administration. Demonstrated supervisory experience in facilities management with time management and problem-solving skills; strong commitment to USC's Unifying Values. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree. Additional Information
No set schedule. May require weekends, evenings, and/or holidays. Must have full availability to support business needs. Compensation
The annual base salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $85,000.00. USC considers factors such as role scope, candidate experience, education, training, skills, internal alignment, laws, contractual requirements, funding, and market conditions when making offers. The Trojan Family Rewards
BEST USC EXPERIENCE
— USC offers a wide range of benefits and programs supporting staff and families. For details, visit the USC benefits page. The work culture emphasizes mutual respect, trust, and collaboration. FIGHT ON!
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