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Raines Co. - Your Future is Now!
You are the expert in building maintenance with a keen eye for the details. You know how to implement and manage a preventive maintenance program and respond to urgent maintenance events. Your leadership provides the maintenance team with direction and skills training. If you exhibit these qualities, Raines Co. will be a great opportunity for you to realize your full potential.
Established in 1988 as a family-owned business, we have grown into a fully integrated development, management, and investment company that develops, operates, and owns the world’s leading hotel brands as well as boutique hotels.Raines has maintained a family-oriented culture that believes in building relationships with our associates, with our partners and within the communities where we operate.
We offer comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, 401K, a generous PTO program, and the opportunity to join a winning culture recognized for rewarding our best with opportunities to advance their career within the company.
Position Summary:
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall maintenance of all hotel facilities and directs, coordinates, and performs routine preventive and emergency repairs to obtain optimum efficiency and economy of hotel operations.
Essential Job Functions
Train and supervise the hourly Engineering staff and coordinate all scheduling
Review Engineering staff's worked hours for payroll compilation and submit to accounting on a timely basis
Focus the Engineering Department on their role in contributing to the guest satisfaction
Motivate coach counsel and discipline all Engineering personnel according to company standards
Prepare and conduct all Engineering interviews and follow hiring procedures
Attend weekly staff meetings and provide training on a rotational basis
Respond to employee emergency situations using information contained in M.S.D. sheets. Keep M.S.D. sheets current and easily available (with Executive Housekeeper)
Establish ongoing training for all departments especially Housekeeping Front Desk and Kitchen to maintain basic upkeep of their departments and equipment
Use company-wide tools, systems and applications without exception
Adhere to budgeted expense allotments using proper procedures for all purchases and keep all necessary items (light bulbs name tags etc.) stocked
Coordinate all inspections of life-safety systems including extinguishers smoke alarms etc. to maintain proper safety standards
Manage energy expenses and continually work towards energy conservation
Ensure that the Preventative Maintenance program is implemented and administered
Evaluate and spot check the work of all staff and contractors or outside laborers
Handle guestroom maintenance requests in a timely and efficient manner
Maintain files of and be familiar with all operational manuals and warranty agreements for equipment
Immediately follow up on any alarms to determine the exact location and cause; determine emergency status and report to Guest Services and/or the General Manager with findings
Ensure that employees are at all times attentive friendly courteous and helpful to guests all other employees
Act as emergency contact person
Attend monthly all-employee meetings and any other functions required by management
Coordinate fire drills and the training of all employees on safety procedures
Establish and maintain key control system
Conduct daily property tour of the hotel and exterior perimeter for debris and trash removal; Check the lighting and irrigation periodically
Respond to calls for service, regardless of the day/night and time
Experience and Education:
Prior Chief Engineer and Supervisor experience
Experience leading teams in all areas of maintenance
Experience with brand standards
Proficiency with basic hand-tools and power equipment
Proficient in Microsoft 365 or similar computer applications
Minimum High school diploma, GED or equivalent
Current certifications as required by Federal, State or Local governing agents pertaining to trade requirements (HVAC, Pool Operation, etc)
Raines is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pre-employment background check required.
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Worksite address
waco, TX, 76796, US
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