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Job Description

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.

Responsibilities

The Complex Chief Engineer will oversee engineering operations across four properties: Holiday Inn Express, Hampton Inn, SpringHill Suites, and Fairfield Inn. This role is responsible for the efficient operation, preventive maintenance, and repair of all HVAC, refrigeration, and mechanical systems. Key duties include developing and managing a proactive maintenance program to uphold safety, security, and guest and staff comfort. The position also serves as Chairperson of the Safety Committee and is responsible for supervising, training, and leading the engineering teams at each property.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent; college degree or vocational training a plus.
Any building trade license/certificate from the state of hotel’s operation preferred.
Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding.
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
Minimum two years’ experience as a hotel maintenance engineer. Supervisory experience preferred.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Knowledge of all mechanical equipment critical to the operation of the building.
Working knowledge of repair and maintenance regarding health codes; plumbing codes; plant equipment; electrical codes; architectural codes; structural codes; blueprints and wiring/plumbing schematics; building code improvement; mechanical and electrical/safety systems construction; national/local fire codes; proper chemical handling and disposal; power and hand tools, meters, etc. as it relates to the technical trades; local mechanical codes; OSHA codes and best practices.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to interpret manufacturer’s literature for installation, preparation, use and upkeep of various materials and products used throughout the property.
Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with a minimum of supervision.
Ability to endure abundant physical movements in carrying out job duties.
Ability to enforce hotel's standards, policies and procedures with staff.
Ability to troubleshoot and use alternatives in emergency situations.
Ability to handle potentially hazardous chemicals.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of hotel guests and pertinent hotel information.

Holiday Inn Express State College @Williamsburg Square

AFFORDABLE HOTEL HANDY FOR PENN STATE CAMPUS

Great State College location near Penn State Campus!

Stay at the Holiday Inn Express State College @ Williamsburg Sq. and see what State College has to offer! We are ideally located right off I-99, just a few miles from Beaver Stadium, Bryce Jordan Center and Pegula Ice Arena, and within walking distance to shops and restaurants along North Atherton Street.

Enjoy the comfort of our modern guest rooms and comfortable amenities, including complimentary high-speed internet and 24-hr fitness center. After a long day, relax in our beautiful outdoor patio with fire pit.

Need event space or a wedding room block? Talk to our event team on how to book our 860 sq. ft. of flexible space; ideal for your next board meeting, baby or bridal shower.

Let our award-winning hotel and friendly staff make you feel at home when you stay at our State College hotel.