be the leader in hotel functionality and safety
Chief Engineer
Compensation: 60k-70k, Full-Time
What's in it for you…
Insurance enrollment available from DAY 1!
Paid time off available from DAY 1!
Holiday pay available from DAY 1!
401(k) enrollment after 30 days!
Professional development and promotion opportunities!
About this job...
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall maintenance, upkeep, and functionality of the hotel physical structure, mechanical systems, equipment, and guestrooms. Chief Engineers must be highly self-motivated and regimented to ensure routine maintenance tasks are completed safely and to standard. Serving as the lead of the hotel’s engineering department, the Chief Engineer must also lead and develop the maintenance team. The primary responsibility of the Chief Engineer is proactive upkeep of equipment and systems, proper and adequate repair of building and equipment, safe use of tools and other power equipment, effective troubleshooting of problems, support of guest and operational needs, and leadership of the engineering team.
What you'll be doing...
- Perform routine maintenance tasks
- Respond to maintenance requests from tenants and address any issues promptly
- Conduct inspections of the property to identify maintenance needs and address them in a timely manner
- Supervise and coordinate the work of external contractors when necessary
- Keep accurate records of maintenance activities.
- Fabricate or repair equipment and fixtures as needed
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a safe working environment
-Responsible for snow removal and landscaping maintenance
Success Factors...
Experience & Education:
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in maintenance or a related field is preferred
- Strong customer service skills to effectively communicate with guests and address their concerns
- Leadership abilities to supervise and coordinate the work of contractors
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair various systems and items
- Knowledge of safety regulations and ability to follow them diligently
Communication:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to speak, read, and write in primary language used in the workplace
Physical:
8+ hours per day; stand and walk frequently throughout the workday
Reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and pivot frequently through workday
Lift, lower, push, pull, and maneuver up to 75 pounds occasionally.
About First Hospitality…
Founded in 1985 and based in Chicago, First Hospitality is a forward-thinking hotel development, investment, and management company. First Hospitality’s strategic vision is to create value for all through excellence and an openness to doing things differently.
First Hospitality seeks to attract and retain a high-performing and diverse workforce in which employee’s differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the customers we serve. FH fosters an inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility, and fairness. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Posted April 24, 2024
The Weston
A bespoke hospitality experience in the heart of Vermont’s Green Mountains
The Sharp Family, multi-generational hoteliers, invites you to experience their newest property this summer at 630 Main Street. Formerly the Inn at Weston, the rebrand is an expression and celebration of the family’s lifelong commitment to high-end hostelry and impeccably discreet service. In a style that blends New York’s legendary Carlyle and Gramercy Park Hotels, owned and operated by the family for forty plus years, guests of The Weston will feel as if on holiday at a grand country home. Every detail is anticipated, and the staff is always personal but never too familiar.
Discover Your New Favorite Retreat
In an historic village setting, the Weston offers five guest rooms and three grand suites situated between two fastidiously renovated buildings. Each living space is distinguished by its own sense of style. English and American antiques, curated fine art, sumptuous linens, and hand-carved poster beds create a warm and welcoming feel. Sophisticated master baths shine with Lefroy Brooks hardware, and feature spacious vanities, walk-in showers, and soaking tubs. Certain rooms afford private deck access for outdoor dining and sunbathing in season. Other feature dedicated space for fabulous in-room meals. Wellness amenities on the campus include fitness, spa, and yoga studio. Property amenities include the fantastic Left Bank bistro, outdoor gathering space with fire pit, bocce court, and kitchen gardens.
The ultimate destination for the discriminating traveler
We’re proud to introduce The Weston, a legacy property standing on the shoulders of America’s greats – the Carlyle, Gramercy Park, and the Beverly Wilshire. It transcends time to leave its own stamp on style. With a full panoply of services illuminated on these pages, together with a dining experience unparalleled, we offer you the newest destination for respite, beauty, and unparalleled service.
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