Director of Engineering

Hilton - Bay Lake, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Bay Lake, FL

Accommodation

About the position

The Director of Engineering is responsible for overseeing all maintenance operations within the hotel, ensuring that all systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and equipment are functioning optimally. This role involves supervising staff, managing projects, and maintaining high standards of performance and productivity within the Engineering Department. The Director will also coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless operations and respond to guest requests and complaints in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Direct all maintenance operations for the hotel including HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and preventive maintenance.
• Supervise staff including hiring, termination, discipline, development, and evaluations.
• Ensure all projects are completed on time and according to specifications.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure coordination of activities.
• Manage special projects and resources as needed.
• Develop and maintain a maintenance program.
• Manage costs and expenses.
• Respond and resolve guest requests, complaints, or questions in a courteous and timely manner.
• Know all emergency procedures (fire, severe weather, bomb threats, guest accident/illness, etc).
• Plan, direct, and supervise the daily activities of the Engineering Department.
• Maintain a high standard of job performance for all hourly department employees.
• Maintain high department productivity.
• Perform accurate and efficient repairs on hotel equipment and systems.
• Maintain specific and measurable performance notes on all hourly department employees.
• Participate in effective performance appraisals for all hourly employees.
• Write and post a weekly work schedule for all hourly employees.
• Have the knowledge and skills to efficiently and accurately repair HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, machinery, boiler, etc.

Requirements

• A minimum of 4 year degree from an accredited university in Engineering or related major or 4 years experience as a Director of Engineering or a combination of both experience and education.
• Ability to use various office and accounting software.
• Ability to develop management reports and accurately report information.
• Efficiently operate small hand tools such as drills, grinders, saws, etc.
• Safely climb ladders and stairs.
• Understand and efficiently operate advanced electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and boiler systems.
• Efficiently handle test equipment, hand tools, keys, etc.
• Lift and carry heavy objects such as boxes, televisions, ladders, etc.
• Learn new tasks and train other department members.
• Read and understand blueprints, schematic drawings, and technical parts breakdown.

Nice-to-haves

• Valid driver license
• Flexibility to work any shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Protected Veterans
• Individuals with Disabilities