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DKN Hotels

Chief Engineer

DKN Hotels, California, Missouri, United States, 65018

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Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Conducting walk-throughs and visually assessing the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure of the hotel, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems and any other related equipment

Informing the General Manager and hotel department heads on a regular basis regarding the specific and overall condition of the building structure, related systems and equipment offering prudent, cost effective proposals for maintaining these systems

Ensuring all projects, including, but not limited to, routine maintenance, repairs, replacement and renovation projects, are completed on time and according to specifications.

Testing the salt water pool for chemical balance and operational condition

Maintaining effective Energy Management and Preventative Maintenance programs and conducting special training for other operating departments on the safe and efficient use of equipment and energy in the hotel

Working closely with other departments to ensure coordination of activities

Supervising Engineering associates including hiring, training, evaluations, development and disciplining

Preparing and adjusting weekly work schedules in accordance with staffing guidelines and labor forecasts

Reviewing guest comments and ensuring that problems are identified and corrected in a timely manner.

Responding to guest requests in a timely, professional and friendly manner to help ensure that we are meeting or exceeding guest expectations.

Acting as the safety coordinator for the entire hotel including ensuring that all emergency equipment and systems are inspected, tested and certified per standards.

Maintaining a safe and working environment throughout the hotel for all associates, enforcing safety guidelines and building awareness about safety

Ensuring compliance with OSHA, Fire & Safety Laws

Recommending capital expenditures and acquiring bids as appropriate

Managing expenses within approved budget guidelines

Assessing critical repairs and facilitating an immediate and cost effective response

Implementing and managing procedures and practices that ensure quality assurance for work performed by hotel maintenance teams

Ensuring that there is an adequate inventory of parts, supplies, tools and materials available through effective ordering

Perform other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.

Lead the HAFH Experience

Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of the position at any time.

Supervisory Responsibility Responsible for supervision of Maintenance Team.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Engineer in a hotel, hospital, or building, including two years in a supervisory capacity.

Must have brand experience at properties of similar size and quality.

Must have a thorough knowledge of all types of mechanical equipment such as chillers, boilers, water softeners, and refrigeration equipment.

Extensive working knowledge of building systems to include HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, painting and carpentry.

Excellent supervisory and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work a varied schedule that may include evenings, nights, and weekends.

Skills and Abilities Must have excellent supervisory and interpersonal skills, ability to work a varied schedule that may include evenings, nights, and weekends.

Working Conditions Entire interior and exterior of the property. Independent judgment used within guidelines established by management and company policies and procedures.

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