Assistant Director of Engineering

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Assistant Chief Engineer

Scope of Position

The Assistant Director of Engineer is a hands on and administrative role responsible for the effective management and repair of all engineering related equipment and maintenance operations within the hotel. The Assistant Director of Engineer is responsible for the development of the Engineering Team and staying abreast of compliance regulations and procedures in the field of Engineering, as required for hotel standards.  This position also provides oversight to the daily operation of the engineering department, contractors or other vendors doing business for the Engineering Department.

Schedule Requirements

The operation is 24 hours a day 7 days a week, inclusive of all holidays.  While the company will make every attempt to create a work and life balance, all exempt team members may be required to work extended shifts and additional days based on business demands.  Working more than eight hours per day and more than five consecutive days as needed is an essential job function for all exempt roles.  Travel may be required and may include some overnight stays.  All exempt team members should be responsible in scheduling their time off.

Key Responsibilities

• Equal time will be spent hands on performing repairs or preventive maintenance activities and performing, managing and leading in administrative roles
• Ensure full compliance with local regulations
• Perform daily inspections around the hotel
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment within the hotel
• Ensure good relationships are built with internal and external customers
• Maintenance of all hotel fixtures and fittings to ensure they are in safe condition and act when any unsafe situations arise
• Implement energy conservation and other “Green” programs for the property to minimize expenses and reinforce our industry leading sustainability profile
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned
• Identify and introduce environmentally-friendly systems and equipment
• Monitor Key Performance Indicators for the Engineering Department and take corrective action, as required, to improve equipment inventory, product quality, productivity, and other objectives
• Monitor Engineering Team Member related activities
• Supervise day-to-day engineering department operations and associated team members
• Delegate and assign work assignments to all disciplines.    
• Maintain equipment inventory and purchasing systems. 
• Oversee Preventative Maintenance program. 
• Represent the hotel with a positive attitude and professional attire
• Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to Seaport’s sustainability programs
• Carry out any other duties which fall within the broad spirit, scope and purpose of this job description and which are commensurate with the role
• Responsible for practicing, managing and promoting our Mission and Values so that it becomes an intricate part of the everyday operation.

Required Job Knowledge and Skills

• Skilled and Knowledgeable in building trades.
• Solid knowledge and skill in the safe use of hand and power tools and other materials required to perform repair and maintenance tasks.
• Safely perform highly complex repairs of the physical property, electrical, plumbing and mechanical equipment, air conditioners and refrigeration- ensuring all methods, materials and practices meet company standards and Local and National codes - with little or no supervision.
• Display advanced knowledge of all engineering computer programs related to preventative maintenance, energy management, and other systems, including devices that interact with such programs.
• Experienced with the operation of auto motion systems, fire alarms and other building electronic systems. i.e. BMS, Lighting Controls, HotSos, Life Safety Monitoring & Alarm
• Knowledgeable in reading and understanding plans and specifications.
• Must be familiar with all Massachusetts plumbing, electrical and HVAC codes.
• Proficient, at an advanced level, with computers and relevant computer programs
• Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
• Strong leadership skills and previous experience of Supervising or Managing a team
• Excellent grooming standards
• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work on their own
• Positive attitude
• Good communication skills

Qualifications

Experience:

• 5 years’ minimum experience in building trades or Hotel (Hotel experience preferred)
• One year as Assistant Director of Engineer or 3 years Supervisor/Lead Experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (including Microsoft Project Manager)
• Licensed in at least one skilled trade i.e. Electrical, Plumbing or HVAC-R

Education:

• High School diploma, general education degree or international equivalent required.
• College degree or equivalent work experience
• Trade school certificate(s) with accompanying work experience

Language Skills:

• Fluency of the English language is required (read, write, speak)
• Must be able to listen to, read and/or write instructions, memos, short correspondences, and messages.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the person occupying this position.  The person in this position will be required to perform any other job related duties assigned by their supervisor.