Chief Engineer

posted October 15, 2024

Hilton Indianapolis Hotel & Suites

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Compensation: $90,000.00 annually

Job Type
Full-time

Description

Reports To
General Manager
Supervises
Maintenance Associates
Job Purpose
To supervise maintenance operations - i.e., refrigeration, heating, plumbing, etc., maintain the highest standards of the physical structure of the hotel to ensure guest satisfaction in all areas of the property.
Job Responsibilities
  1. Supervise, develop and maintain ongoing maintenance operation for hotel, including refrigeration, heating, plumbing, water treatment, preventive maintenance, hotel rooms, A/H units, ice machines, pools, lighting, kitchen equipment, emergency generators, water softeners, switch rooms, roof exhausts, electrical substations, etc.
  2. Ensure projects are completed according to specifications and on time by studying work schedules and estimating worker-hour requirements for completion. Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
  3. Work closely with Housekeeper and Front Desk Manager to ensure coordination of activities. May confer with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.
  4. Aid and instruct craftsmen in scheduling work, ordering material and completing assignments by a specified date. May estimate, requisition, and inspect materials.
  5. Meet with architects to discuss blueprints, contact contractors to submit bids for new construction, and meets with construction supervisors to discuss different phases of work.
  6. Perform work within departmental expense plans.
  7. Analyze and resolve work problems, or assist workers in solving problems. Initiate or suggest plans to motivate workers. Recommend or initiate personnel actions, such as training, promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures. Reward employees who meet/exceed expectations. Confer with workers’ representatives.
  8. Interprets specifications, job orders, and company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations.
  9. Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules, recommends measures to improve production.
  10. May set up machines and equipment.
  11. Other duties as assigned.
Job Skills
  1. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.
  2. Read and understand instructions, safety rules, etc. Write reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar. Speak with poise, voice control, and confidence, using correct grammar and well-modulated voice.
  3. Ability to understand the technologies required in the work you are directing

Requirements

Education
  • Vocational Institution Certificate and completion of apprenticeship in plumbing/electrical repair.
Experience
  • 2 years supervisory experience in the maintenance field and 3 years' experience in the plumbing, electrical, and painting trades; OR, an equivalent combination of educ. & experience.
Salary Description
$90,000.00 annually
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Hilton Indianapolis Hotel & Suites

352 Room Hotel

A relaxing stay in downtown Indianapolis

We’re in Downtown Indianapolis, a short walk from Hilbert Circle Theatre, Indiana Convention Center, and the Circle Centre Mall. Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Lucas Oil Stadium, and the Indianapolis Canal Walk are a five-minute drive. We have an indoor heated pool, fitness center and free WiFi. Enjoy room service and dining at our two restaurants.

120 West Bar & Grill

Join us for breakfast and dinner in 120 West Bar & Grill. For breakfast or dinner, there's always something delicious waiting for you. Located on the corner of Market & Illinois. Valet parking is available, and all major credit cards are accepted.

In-Room Dining

Enjoy the comforts of your incredible guest room/suite and take pleasure in the convenience of in-room dining with our extensive room service menu.

McCormick & Schmick's

McCormick and Schmick's, a nationally recognized seafood restaurant, is uniquely designed to create an inviting, relaxed atmosphere where guests can enjoy the highest quality dining experience. The menu is printed twice daily featuring the signature 'fresh list' highlighting an impressive number of fresh seafood varieties, in addition to aged steaks, poultry, entree' salads and pasta.

We have 18 event spaces including our Victory ballroom, Monument Hall, and a collection of meeting and conference rooms. Our dedicated planners will assist with A/V equipment and catering menus for your event.