Chief Engineer
Pittsburgh, PA - USA
Job Summary
INDUSTRIALIST HOTEL
124 rooms 1277 sq. ft. event space
Amenities include: signature restaurant (The Rebel Room) social lounge fitness center in-room dining valet parking conference & lounge areas.
Blending historic character with modern lifestyle design The Industrialist in downtown Pittsburgh offers an authentic guest experience. With prime access to shops local restaurants the Business District riverfront trails and convenient public transit the property provides an engaging environment for hospitality professionals passionate about dynamic urban hospitality.
Job Title: Chief Engineer
Department: Engineering
Supervision Exercised: Assistant Chief Engineer Engineering Supervisors Maintenance Engineers
Supervision Received: General Manager
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Technical or vocational training in HVAC electrical plumbing or related fields strongly preferred.
- Certifications such as EPA CPO HVAC license or related credentials preferred.
Experience
- Minimum 46 years of hotel facility or commercial building maintenance experience.
- Prior supervisory or lead maintenance experience required.
- Strong background in building systems preventive maintenance and safety compliance required.
Skills and Knowledge
- Extensive knowledge of HVAC plumbing electrical boilers mechanical refrigeration and life-safety systems.
- Strong leadership communication and team development abilities.
- Ability to diagnose problems perform repairs and coordinate larger maintenance projects.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations fire/life safety standards and building codes.
- Ability to manage inventory tools and vendor relationships.
- Proficiency with CMMS/work order systems and Microsoft Office.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including on-call rotations nights weekends and emergencies.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee all engineering operations maintenance tasks and building systems for the property.
- Manage lead and schedule engineering staff; provide training and performance feedback.
- Maintain and execute the propertys preventive maintenance (PM) program.
- Ensure all equipment systems and areas of the hotel are functioning safely and efficiently.
- Respond promptly to guestroom and public area maintenance requests.
- Conduct daily property walks identify issues and coordinate necessary repairs.
- Maintain accurate logs PM records work orders and compliance documentation.
- Oversee safety compliance including fire systems emergency equipment and life-safety standards.
- Coordinate with vendors and contractors for major repairs inspections and service agreements.
- Monitor inventory levels for parts tools and supplies and manage purchasing needs.
- Support capital project planning and assist with budget management.
- Communicate regularly with Housekeeping Front Office and other departments to resolve maintenance needs.
- Ensure a clean organized and safe engineering shop and mechanical areas.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
HRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal State or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid jobrelated requirements.
Required Experience:
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