Job Description
Amerilodge Group is a rapidly growing hospitality company that manages branded hotels throughout Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio. Our current portfolio includes the following brands: Marriott and IHG. We are looking for a Maintenance Chief Engineer with Proven Experience to support our Corporate Team with Maintenance Needs throughout our portfolio. The Chief Engineer directs maintenance services, provides information and serves as a resource to the Operations and Construction teams; achieves defined objectives by planning, evaluating, developing, implementing and maintaining services in compliance with established guidelines, codes, and regulations; and supervises/directs assigned staff. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assesses incidents, complaints, etc (i.e. building life safety, utility, condition, etc) for the purpose of resolving or recommending a resolution to the situation. Reviews performance against operating plans and standards. Provides reports to subordinates on interpretation of results and approves changes in direction of plans. Reviews and approves building maintenance major projects involving major functional changes within the Maintenance Hotel Properties' functional areas. Inspects all aspects of repair work, projects, equipment, work orders, daily maintenance and supplies for the purpose of ensuring the jobs are completed efficiently, specifications are within regulatory requirements and inspection reports and payment requests are correct. Develops and presents to the Director of Operations and resident matters requiring a decision. Defines and recommends objectives in each area of building maintenance operations. Develops specific short-term and long-term plans and programs, together with supporting budget requests and financial estimates. Coordinates and collaborates with other departments of the corporation in establishing and carrying out responsibilities. MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES: Selects and maintains qualified Maintenance Technicians in the hotels reporting directly/indirectly and recommends compensation for them. Directs, monitors, and appraises the performance of technicians/teams immediately reporting and provides the necessary coordination between activities. Identifies training needs, initiates development of subordinates, recommends effective personnel action. Provides orientation and on-the-job training for subordinates and ensures that the authority and responsibility for each position are defined and understood. Maintains appropriate communications within area of responsibility. Keeps employees informed as to company/department plans and progress. Coordinates activities of assigned units with those of other company units. Seeks mutual agreement on problems involving coordination. Consults with all segments of management responsible for policy or action. Ensures compliance within area of responsibility.Makes recommendations for improving effectiveness of policies and procedures. Submits budgets for assigned activities in accordance with the budget procedure. Approves budget expenses up to authorized dollar amounts. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assumes other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed. Responds to emergency situations during and after standard hours for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the hotel(s). Other Duties as assigned. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES: Skills required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:operating standard operating equipment including utilizing pertinent software applications; planning and managing projects and programs; overseeing program financial activities; developing effective working relationships; preparing and maintaining accurate records; administering personnel policies and procedures; and budgeting and cost control. Knowledge required to review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations; personnel processes; and standard business practices. Ability required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job related equipment. Flexibility to independently work with others in a wide varie