Chief Engineer
Description

Lead Our Hotel's Success as Chief Engineer
Join the award-winning team at Homewood Suites by Hilton Pittsburgh Southpointe and lead the maintenance operations that keep our guests comfortable and our hotel performing at its best. 


Maintenance & Property Operation  

  • Maintenance operations for the hotel, including but not limited to: refrigeration, heating, plumbing, water treatment, preventative maintenance, hotel rooms, A\C and heating units, ice machines, swimming pools, lighting, kitchen equipment, emergency generators, water softeners, roof exhausts, electrical substations, etc.
  • Supervise assigned associates including hiring, termination, discipline, development, and evaluations.
  • Ensure all projects are completed on time and according to specifications.
  • Work closely with other departments to ensure coordination of activities.
  • Aid and instruct craftsmen in scheduling work, ordering material, and completing assignments by a specified date.
  • Develop and maintain an ongoing preventive maintenance program in accordance with the brand.
  • Maintain standards of quality guest service.
  • Achieve budgeted revenues and expenses and maximize profitability related to the guest services department.
  • Increase level of guest satisfaction by delivery of an exceptional product through employee development. 
  • Respond and resolve guest requests, complaints, or questions in a courteous and timely manner.
  • Participate in the Executive committee including sharing and communicating knowledge and by attending weekly or monthly meetings.
  • Ability to accurately use various office and accounting software.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, fire safety, and local building codes.
  • Maintain all life safety systems and emergency equipment.
  • Conduct safety inspections and maintain required records and certifications.
  • Ensure proper handling and storage of chemicals and hazardous materials. 

 Support 

  • Must have a comprehensive knowledge of the English language to effectively communicate with guests, associates, and vendors.· Ability to assist with the design and preparation of statistical reports and presentations as needed.
  • Ability to accurately report information. 
  • Ability to scrupulously follow all StepStone and hotel policies and procedures.
  • Attend required meetings. 

Personal Effectiveness

  • Projects and assignments are completed thoroughly, professionally, and with care.
  • Adjusts to high-pressure conditions and is open to change.
  • Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development.
  • Conducts him\herself (acts and dresses) professionally at all times; sets standards for all associates.

Communication

  • Understands and communicates the StepStone Mission and Core values.
  • Expresses ideas and conveys information clearly, effectively, and professionally.
  • Actively listens to others.
  • Conveys company information, decision, or problems to appropriate parties on a timely basis.
  • Works to resolve disagreements and is respectful of peers and co-workers.  
Requirements

These are required of every associate.

  • Minimum lifting of 70 pounds.
  • Pushing, bending, stooping, upward reaching, manual dexterity.
  • Hearing, writing, typing.
  • Minimum pulling of 70 pounds.
  • Other duties may be assigned.   

Additional responsibilities specific to you are:

  • Must have a comprehensive knowledge of all hotel departments and functions.
  • Must have a comprehensive knowledge applicable Federal, state, and local health, safety, and legal regulations.
  • Certified Pool Operator Certification
  • Must have exceptional mathematical and computer skills.
  • High school education and/or technical school and relevant training and experience required. Additional education preferred.\
  • Ability to timely obtain any required licenses or certificates.
  • CPR training required; first aid training preferred.
  • Additional language ability preferred.
  • Occasional travel required.