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Director of Engineering

Hilton Waikiki Beach

2500 Kuhio Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815

601 Room Hotel
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Compensation: $110,000 per year, Full-Time

Description

Salary range: $110,000-$130,000 based on experience

Hilton Waikiki Beach is looking for a Director of Engineering to join their team!

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision and Group Life
  • Voluntary Benefits including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Supplemental Life
  • 401K Retirement Benefits with 4% match and immediate 100% vesting
  • Vacation, sick and holiday pay
  • Free Parking at the hotel
  • Meal Stipend
  • Room Rate Discounts with any Hilton Brand Hotel
  • Additional Room Discounts for select hotels within portfolio
  • Two pairs of slip resistant shoes a year
  • Use of Team Member Fitness Center

The Director of Engineering will provide guidance and leadership to the entire Engineering team and ensure all hotel building standards are met. The Director of Engineering will inspect and ensure the hotel building is operating in optimal condition. This is a working Department Head position that is responsible for the Engineering team and managing of all related functions, including but not limited to the following:

JOB DUTIES:

  • Coach, lead, and inspire engineering team by training and setting clear goals and objectives.
  • Supervise maintenance operations for the facility to include but not limited to: refrigeration, CPO Certified, heating, plumbing, HVAC, kitchen and laundry equipment, emergency systems, electrical systems, painting and finish work, dry wall, etc.
  • Conducts inventory, purchasing and maintains department checkbook to ensure budgetary and forecast guidelines are met.
  • Update and maintain engineering policies, procedures, work orders using HotSOS, projects, upgrades & repairs and ensure compliance with all Ownership and Hilton Brand Standards.
  • Monitor vendors to ensure quality, delivery, warranties, exchanges, upgrades, etc. are consistently utilized.
  • Maintain, oversee and track results of the preventive maintenance programs for guest rooms, meeting rooms, public areas, back of house areas and all equipment.
  • Ensure a 24/7 coverage including on-call status and act as Manager on Duty when scheduled.
  • Obtain competitive bids for all supplies and work orders and preventative maintenance programs on an annual basis or as needed.
  • As the Life Safety Director, uphold and oversee safety, health and sanitation policies and procedures at the property.
  • Completes projects as determined by the General Manager and dotted line reporting to Corporate Director of Engineering.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Minimum of 5 years of Director of Engineering experience in a full-service hotel.
  • Displays a professional sense of urgency when communicating and interacting with guests, co-workers and the public in a way that exceeds the guest’s needs. Identifies opportunities to improve and deliver additional value to the guest’s experience.
  • Possesses sharp ability for attention to detail (able to quickly identify variances in standards), working efficiently and flexibly. Ability to multi-task and be highly organized while working under pressure.
  • Strong budgetary, projections, and cost control skills.
  • Must have developed the following communication skills: ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and technical procedures. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, customers and clients
  • Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office Excel, Word, & Outlook, as well as HotSOS and Birchstreet)
  • Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time (typically 80% of the shift) while working throughout the hotel
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please call 808-921-5504 or email Cindy Fujioka at cindy.fujioka@hiltonwaikikihotel.com to let us know the nature of your request.

Qualifications

Director of Engineering in a full-service hotel

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Posted June 20, 2024

Hilton Waikiki Beach

Hilton Waikiki Beach at a Glance

Ideally located in the heart of O'ahu, Hilton Waikiki Beach sits one block from the sea. With Leahi (Diamond Head) as a stunning backdrop, this contemporary Waikiki hotel offers a true Hawaiian paradise. We offer rooms and suites with gorgeous views of the surrounding city and ocean, resort-style amenities, and delicious dining options. 

Rooms and Suites

Admire city, mountain, or ocean views from your private lanai and relax with thoughtful amenities designed for your comfort. Spacious rooms and suites feature sleek decor in vibrant island colors and well-appointed bathrooms accented with Crema Marfil marble and natural stone.

Dining

Our resort is home to many distinct food and beverage outlets for guests to explore: M.A.C. 24/7, M.A.C. 2-Go, L.B.L.E. Lounge, and Hang-10 Bar and Grill.

  • M.A.C. 24/7: open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
    •  Modern American Cuisine to satisfy cravings day & night with breakfast, lunch, and dinner served in a contemporary diner atmosphere. Our award-winning menu features traditional American and local Hawaiian favorites with a gourmet twist. M.A.C. 24/7 is home to the world-famous 5-pound M.A.C. Daddy pancake challenge (as seen on Travel Channel's Man vs. Food)
  • M.A.C. 2-Go: open daily from 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM
    • Conveniently located on the lobby level adjacent to M.A.C. 24/7, M.A.C. 2-Go features freshly brewed Starbucks coffee, espresso, cappuccino, Frappuccino, hot tea selections, and more. We also partner with Boar's Head Deli Meats & Cheeses to create premium sandwiches and salads, perfect for lunch at the beach.
  • L.B.L.E. Lounge: open daily from 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM (midnight)
    • Home to the largest TV in the state of Hawaii, L.B.L.E. Lounge offers guests a space to unwind with a selection of premium drinks and sharable appetizers. Enjoy live music every evening from local bands and musicians.
  • Hang-10 Bar and Grill: open daily from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
    • Dive into a cool tropical drink or hot bite to eat, all while relaxing poolside in the Hawaiian sun. Happy hour drink specials are available daily from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM- don't miss it!

In-room dining is also available for guests from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM. Enjoy service at your fingertips from the M.A.C. 24/7 menu.

Event Space

From intimate weddings with ocean views to corporate meetings and social gatherings, our hotel is the perfect setting for memorable experiences. Make our resort your canvas with more than 34,000 square feet of event space.

  • Meeting Rooms: ideal for small meetings, breakout sessions, classes, conferences, and more
  • Prince Kuhio Grand Ballroom: one of the largest ballrooms on the island, perfect for memorable functions
  • Altitude 37: exclusive event space with panoramic Pacific Ocean views
  • Private Dining: order from the M.A.C. 24/7 menu or choose a prix fixe option for your special gathering
Recreation Deck

Kick back and relax in a poolside cabana or daybed on our newly renovated recreation deck. Our 10th-floor recreation deck features a large swimming pool, whirlpool spa, bar, 9-hole mini-golf course, foosball table, cornhole boards, and more! We guarantee a fun time for the whole family.

More at Our Resort
  • The Magical Mystery Show: experience the Hawaiian Victorian magic show, right in our hotel on the second floor. Be stunned and amazed by the world's finest up-close magicians. Enjoy an evening full of laughs and surprises with two nightly shows (closed on Tuesdays).
  • Asana Spa: transform your mind, body, and spirit with a wide selection of massage, facial, and spa options. Asana Spa at Hilton Waikiki Beach is the first step in your journey to a balanced soul.

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