HRI Hospitality
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter, 317 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
JOB SUMMARY
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the preventive and corrective maintenance of the entire hotel property, interior and exterior, and the development, execution, and follow-through of the hotel work order system. This individual manages and oversees the engineering department in accordance with standards and guidelines established by the hotel.
JOB DUTIES
Ensure all required repairs and maintenance are performed on all hotel equipment and assets as scheduled or requested by guests, housekeeping, and/or management. Duties can include HVAC, plumbing, electrical repairs, and furniture replacement and/or repair, etc.
Perform preventive maintenance on hotel equipment and assets per set schedule.
Perform daily walk-throughs, and record all meter readings and boiler temperature. Manage Building Automate Systems.
Create and maintain effective work orders and other paperwork systems. Provide written details of work performed on Work Order forms and other documents.
Hire, train, supervise, and coach engineering staff. Manage labor costs in accordance with company guidance and budgets.
Schedule department shifts, taking into consideration expected guest arrivals and departures, occupancy levels, guest service needs and budgetary guidelines.
Coordinate with the General Manager the maintenance and facilitation of effective training programs.
Ensure that engineering staff are properly uniformed and are following all hotel procedures.
Ensure that all operations of engineering equipment and procedures are understood and performed safely in accordance with company guidelines and government regulations.
Record all maintenance request work performed in the log program and return requests to the proper location.
Assemble weekly and periodic Summary Maintenance Reports; identify and track trends to anticipate future work projects and costs.
Proactively provide feedback to management on specific maintenance and repair needs.
Administer safety training programs. Facilitate all emergency response training and safety training for hotel employees.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the hotel’s emergency procedures and the location of all emergency shut-offs. Assist hotel guests as necessary in the event of an emergency.
Budget, plan, schedule, coordinate, and supervise Capital Expenditure projects.
Support environmental commitments by having the knowledge, skills, and values to be a leader in the global goal of “greening” the hospitality industry.
Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inspections for potential safety hazards.
Educate all staff on health and safety procedures and policies.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High school graduate or equivalent.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of general repairs and maintenance.
Proven track record working with information technology systems.
Experience with fire and life safety systems.
1st Class Boilers
HVAC Certification
Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and refrigeration, including:
Air conditioning and heating
Plumbing codes
Electrical codes
National/local fire codes
Mechanical codes
Blueprints and plumbing schematics
Supervisory experience.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, written and verbal. Will be interfacing with guests and associates to provide efficient and effective results. Maintains a close working relationship with employees and department heads from all areas of hotel operations.
Scheduling flexibility to work long hours as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the engineering department. This position is on-call 24 hours a day.
Ability to communicate and make sound judgment calls when evaluating issues and situations in order to expedite the resolution of said issues.
Employees must fulfill their performance standards for this position and comply with company policies, rules, and procedures of the hotel, including those set out in the Employee Handbook or otherwise communicated (verbally or in writing) to employees. The job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position. The job description and duties of this position are subject to change, modification, and addition as deemed necessary by the hotel. Employees are required to comply with supervisory instructions and perform other job duties, responsibilities, and assignments requested by supervisors, managers, or other hotel/company officials.
HRI Hospitality is an EEO and welcomes you M/F/D/V
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
JOB SUMMARY
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the preventive and corrective maintenance of the entire hotel property, interior and exterior, and the development, execution, and follow-through of the hotel work order system. This individual manages and oversees the engineering department in accordance with standards and guidelines established by the hotel.
JOB DUTIES
Ensure all required repairs and maintenance are performed on all hotel equipment and assets as scheduled or requested by guests, housekeeping, and/or management. Duties can include HVAC, plumbing, electrical repairs, and furniture replacement and/or repair, etc.
Perform preventive maintenance on hotel equipment and assets per set schedule.
Perform daily walk-throughs, and record all meter readings and boiler temperature. Manage Building Automate Systems.
Create and maintain effective work orders and other paperwork systems. Provide written details of work performed on Work Order forms and other documents.
Hire, train, supervise, and coach engineering staff. Manage labor costs in accordance with company guidance and budgets.
Schedule department shifts, taking into consideration expected guest arrivals and departures, occupancy levels, guest service needs and budgetary guidelines.
Coordinate with the General Manager the maintenance and facilitation of effective training programs.
Ensure that engineering staff are properly uniformed and are following all hotel procedures.
Ensure that all operations of engineering equipment and procedures are understood and performed safely in accordance with company guidelines and government regulations.
Record all maintenance request work performed in the log program and return requests to the proper location.
Assemble weekly and periodic Summary Maintenance Reports; identify and track trends to anticipate future work projects and costs.
Proactively provide feedback to management on specific maintenance and repair needs.
Administer safety training programs. Facilitate all emergency response training and safety training for hotel employees.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the hotel’s emergency procedures and the location of all emergency shut-offs. Assist hotel guests as necessary in the event of an emergency.
Budget, plan, schedule, coordinate, and supervise Capital Expenditure projects.
Support environmental commitments by having the knowledge, skills, and values to be a leader in the global goal of “greening” the hospitality industry.
Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inspections for potential safety hazards.
Educate all staff on health and safety procedures and policies.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High school graduate or equivalent.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of general repairs and maintenance.
Proven track record working with information technology systems.
Experience with fire and life safety systems.
1st Class Boilers
HVAC Certification
Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and refrigeration, including:
Air conditioning and heating
Plumbing codes
Electrical codes
National/local fire codes
Mechanical codes
Blueprints and plumbing schematics
Supervisory experience.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, written and verbal. Will be interfacing with guests and associates to provide efficient and effective results. Maintains a close working relationship with employees and department heads from all areas of hotel operations.
Scheduling flexibility to work long hours as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the engineering department. This position is on-call 24 hours a day.
Ability to communicate and make sound judgment calls when evaluating issues and situations in order to expedite the resolution of said issues.
Employees must fulfill their performance standards for this position and comply with company policies, rules, and procedures of the hotel, including those set out in the Employee Handbook or otherwise communicated (verbally or in writing) to employees. The job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position. The job description and duties of this position are subject to change, modification, and addition as deemed necessary by the hotel. Employees are required to comply with supervisory instructions and perform other job duties, responsibilities, and assignments requested by supervisors, managers, or other hotel/company officials.
HRI Hospitality is an EEO and welcomes you M/F/D/V
Essential Functions: (Include the following. Other job related duties may be assigned.) • Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts, as required to meet the needs of the Company's business operations. • Flexibility to travel and relocate for future growth opportunities. • Access all function of computer system according to established procedures and standards. • Rotate between the various Food and Beverage Departments, i.e. Restaurant, Bar, Banquets, etc. to learn and perform all applicable job functions. • Shadow respective department manager, supervisor, or General Manager to learn management functions within respective area(s). • Ensures compliance with and completion of all daily operational procedures of assigned Department(s). • Ensures communication with General Manager, all other Department Managers, and staff. • Assists with managing all aspects of employee performance to ensure productivity and a quality work environment. • Establishes, maintains, and trains standards and procedures for cleaning and safe working conditions in the assigned department(s). • Works to ensure high scores for customer service, cleanliness and other related items on all Shaner and Franchise inspections. • Follows-up and maintains compliance with all Shaner, Franchise, Safety and OSHA programs, policies, procedures and reports. • Review the daily business levels, anticipate critical situations and plan effective solutions to best expedite these situations. • Maintain complete knowledge and strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons and drunk driving. • Maintains food and beverage safety and quality based on hotel, Shaner, and Franchise specifications. • Monitor staff performance in all phases of service and job functions. • Monitor the staffs' interaction with guests, ensuring prompt and courteous service; resolve discrepancies with respective personnel. • Assist staff with their job functions to ensure optimum service to guests. • Be familiar with all hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond accurately to any guest inquiry. • Observe guest reactions and confer frequently with staff to ensure guest satisfaction. • Anticipate guests' needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day; promote positive guest relations at all times. • Monitor and handle guest complaints ensuring guest satisfaction. • Assist guests with reports of lost/stolen articles, following hotel policy. • Adhere to hotel and franchise requirements for guest/employee accidents or injuries and in emergency situations. • Assist with daily/weekly payroll records and other reports as needed. • Report any damages, maintenance problems or safety hazards to the Engineering Department. • Complete all other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: Will assist Food and Beverage Manager and other management staff to carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Shaner Hotel Group Shaner Hotels is one of the foremost award-winning hospitality owner-operators and management companies in the hospitality industry. Our current portfolio consists of over 65 full-service, select-service, extended-stay and resort properties with more than 7,500 rooms in 14 states and four countries. We partner with the top Hospitality Brands including independent locations as well. We provide a variety of services for investors, hotel owners and brands-including hotel development, design and construction, e-commerce, and revenue management. You can find out more by visiting our website, !
Apr 12, 2024
Full time
Essential Functions: (Include the following. Other job related duties may be assigned.) • Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts, as required to meet the needs of the Company's business operations. • Flexibility to travel and relocate for future growth opportunities. • Access all function of computer system according to established procedures and standards. • Rotate between the various Food and Beverage Departments, i.e. Restaurant, Bar, Banquets, etc. to learn and perform all applicable job functions. • Shadow respective department manager, supervisor, or General Manager to learn management functions within respective area(s). • Ensures compliance with and completion of all daily operational procedures of assigned Department(s). • Ensures communication with General Manager, all other Department Managers, and staff. • Assists with managing all aspects of employee performance to ensure productivity and a quality work environment. • Establishes, maintains, and trains standards and procedures for cleaning and safe working conditions in the assigned department(s). • Works to ensure high scores for customer service, cleanliness and other related items on all Shaner and Franchise inspections. • Follows-up and maintains compliance with all Shaner, Franchise, Safety and OSHA programs, policies, procedures and reports. • Review the daily business levels, anticipate critical situations and plan effective solutions to best expedite these situations. • Maintain complete knowledge and strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons and drunk driving. • Maintains food and beverage safety and quality based on hotel, Shaner, and Franchise specifications. • Monitor staff performance in all phases of service and job functions. • Monitor the staffs' interaction with guests, ensuring prompt and courteous service; resolve discrepancies with respective personnel. • Assist staff with their job functions to ensure optimum service to guests. • Be familiar with all hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond accurately to any guest inquiry. • Observe guest reactions and confer frequently with staff to ensure guest satisfaction. • Anticipate guests' needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day; promote positive guest relations at all times. • Monitor and handle guest complaints ensuring guest satisfaction. • Assist guests with reports of lost/stolen articles, following hotel policy. • Adhere to hotel and franchise requirements for guest/employee accidents or injuries and in emergency situations. • Assist with daily/weekly payroll records and other reports as needed. • Report any damages, maintenance problems or safety hazards to the Engineering Department. • Complete all other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: Will assist Food and Beverage Manager and other management staff to carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Shaner Hotel Group Shaner Hotels is one of the foremost award-winning hospitality owner-operators and management companies in the hospitality industry. Our current portfolio consists of over 65 full-service, select-service, extended-stay and resort properties with more than 7,500 rooms in 14 states and four countries. We partner with the top Hospitality Brands including independent locations as well. We provide a variety of services for investors, hotel owners and brands-including hotel development, design and construction, e-commerce, and revenue management. You can find out more by visiting our website, !
Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts, as required to meet the needs of the Company's business operations. Delegate daily work assignments and review priorities and special projects. Schedule and perform work in accordance with preventive maintenance program in rooms, coordinating with the Rooms Division Department. Ensures final inspection of all engineering related work and execution of all work orders. Performs engineering staff functions whenever necessary. Ensures all safety equipment is in compliance and working order with federal quarterly/annual inspections to city, state and codes. Maintain knowledge of hotel safety procedures and ensure application of such. Handle chemicals for designated uses/surfaces, according to hotel requirements. Perform emergency equipment and machinery repair as needed. Maintain the proper use, cleaning, maintenance, and storage of all tools. Exercise safety precautions when working on equipment (use of safety signs, etc.). Maintains the engineering department's annual budget. Carries out supervisory responsibilities that includes interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Shaner Hotel Group Shaner Hotels is one of the foremost award-winning hospitality owner-operators and management companies in the hospitality industry. Our current portfolio consists of over 65 full-service, select-service, extended-stay and resort properties with more than 7,500 rooms in 14 states and four countries. We partner with the top Hospitality Brands including independent locations as well. We provide a variety of services for investors, hotel owners and brands-including hotel development, design and construction, e-commerce, and revenue management. You can find out more by visiting our website, !
Apr 10, 2024
Full time
Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts, as required to meet the needs of the Company's business operations. Delegate daily work assignments and review priorities and special projects. Schedule and perform work in accordance with preventive maintenance program in rooms, coordinating with the Rooms Division Department. Ensures final inspection of all engineering related work and execution of all work orders. Performs engineering staff functions whenever necessary. Ensures all safety equipment is in compliance and working order with federal quarterly/annual inspections to city, state and codes. Maintain knowledge of hotel safety procedures and ensure application of such. Handle chemicals for designated uses/surfaces, according to hotel requirements. Perform emergency equipment and machinery repair as needed. Maintain the proper use, cleaning, maintenance, and storage of all tools. Exercise safety precautions when working on equipment (use of safety signs, etc.). Maintains the engineering department's annual budget. Carries out supervisory responsibilities that includes interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Shaner Hotel Group Shaner Hotels is one of the foremost award-winning hospitality owner-operators and management companies in the hospitality industry. Our current portfolio consists of over 65 full-service, select-service, extended-stay and resort properties with more than 7,500 rooms in 14 states and four countries. We partner with the top Hospitality Brands including independent locations as well. We provide a variety of services for investors, hotel owners and brands-including hotel development, design and construction, e-commerce, and revenue management. You can find out more by visiting our website, !