Engineering Director jobs in Wilmington, NC

Description-
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront is looking for a dedicated individual to join our amazing team here! If you are looking for a rewarding career in the hotel industry, then this is for you!

**We offer Competitive Pay, 401K, Heath Benefits and Hilton Hotel Discounts!**

SUMMARY

The Director of Engineering is responsible for:

Develop, implement and manage emergency programs, programs for the operations & maintenance of all equipment and physical structures and landscaping in compliance with corporate/ franchise standards, local, state & national codes and regulations to protect the assets, guests and employees, to ensure optimum operations, minimize expenses and maximize customer satisfaction.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Chief Engineer’s primary responsibilities will include:

• Conducts pre-shift meeting and receives project work assignments for the day from the General Manager
• Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on all major equipment to include but not limited to:
• Laundry equipment
• Cooling tower
• Pumps
• Motors
• Repairs all major equipment as needed.
• Repairs all major in-unit items as needed (appliances, cabinetry, sofa, doors, etc.).
• Provides “on- call” response on a 24/7 basis as schedule.
• Organizes and maintains filing systems and files correspondence and other records.
• Conducts research and compiles and types statistical reports.
• Develop, recommend, implement and manage the division's budget capital expenditure plan, forecasts and objectives consistent with maintaining a first class property and management's expectations.
• Develop safety, security and emergency procedures/action plans for the hotel and peripheries and monitor program implementation within corporate guidelines to protect guests and staff, secure the assets and minimize losses.
• Develop, implement and manage a maintenance program and negotiate maintenance contracts for the hotel, the grounds and all of the equipment in compliance with corporate/franchise standards and local, state and national codes and regulations to ensure the safety, convenience and satisfaction of all guests, managers and employees to protect the assets and maintain the property in first class condition.
• Develop, implement & direct all Emergency Programs; ensure all equipment is maintained, conduct inspections & drills, ensure compliance with all codes and regulations, train all employees and maintain accurate records to ensure a safe environment which protects the assets, guests and employees.
• Develop, implement and manage an energy conservation program for property to minimize expenses.
• Coordinate renovation bidding, define the cost and scope of the project and oversee the general contractor and subcontractors to ensure quality work is performed for minimal cost.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITY

• Requires advanced knowledge of Building Management/Engineering.
• May require considerable working knowledge of other major areas in the hotel and the skill to integrate and communicate that information.
• Requires analyzing activities and/or information involving some original data manipulation or interpretation to arrive at logical conclusions.
• Good verbal and written skills.
• Strong organizational and multi tasking abilities.
• Significant experience with all maintenance.
• Good mechanical trouble-shooting and analytical skills.
• General handyman skills.
• Good attitude and maturity to work with limits supervision.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities are required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Education –High school diploma required.
• Professional tradesman certification in at least one discipline: electrician, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, carpentry.
• Experience – Five years experience in related field preferred.
• Two years experience as a head or Assistant Chief Engineer in same or similar environment.
• Experience – Four to five years experience in related field preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Work setting:

• In-person

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Supervising Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Wilmington, NC 28401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person