Maintenance Supervisor

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POSITION OVERVIEW: The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for all aspects of the Engineering department including the proper operation, maintenance and repair of all heating, ventilation, refrigeration and mechanical equipment. He/she will develop, coordinate, and monitor a rooms' maintenance program to ensure the safety and comfort of all staff and guests. Supervise, train, and manage Engineering staff.

What you need to succeed/Core competencies:

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): or Work Equivalent
• Experience in advanced maintenance skills and aptitude plus advanced skills all aspects of running an engineering department. Experience with modern building controls and maintenance, or any combination of education and experience which provides the above skills, knowledge and ability.
• Computer skills required. Familiarity with Microsoft Office preferred. Experience with hotel systems such as MICROS is preferred
• Methods, and materials used in general building maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, building and electrical units and HVAC. The use and repair of common tools and equipment used in general maintenance. Maintenance and repair of major facilities. Systems design and trouble-shooting. Journeyman skill level in the use of tools and equipment of the maintenance profession.
• Good understanding of the English language.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Exert physical effort in lifting/transporting at least 50 pounds.
• Push/pull carts and other equipment up to 150 pounds.
• Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas.
• Satisfactorily communicate with guests, management and co-workers to their understanding.
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8-hours in length. Must be willing and have the ability to work a varied schedule that includes nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities:

• Inspects and monitors buildings, equipment and grounds to determine maintenance and preventive maintenance requirements.
• Ensures accurate record keeping for the Preventative Maintenance program via EMPOWER / Guest Experience (GXP) software in a way that will guarantee a brand standard acceptable score on the MHR BSA audit.
• Develops work procedures and assigns personnel to give the best services and productivity.
• Prepares and submits cost estimates and repair options including, suggestions as to feasibility, logical solution and actual needs of a departmental maintenance request.
• Confers with the appropriate personnel regarding maintenance budgeting, long range planning and capital expenditures.
• Contacts contractors or craftsmen for bid proposals or estimates.
• Contacts vendors, suppliers and equipment technical support departments to insure best prices, quality and warranties for purchases made.
• Determines job priority and insures completion of required work in an acceptable and professional manner.
• Requisitions materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintains control over storage and use.
• Supervises use of maintenance department space, equipment and materials.
• Keeps records of work accomplished, operating statistics, R&M costs, utilities and preventative maintenance.
• Maintains a secure building as it pertains to lock and key control.
• Conducts fire safety training; oversees fire emergency until fire department arrives.
• Coordinates and conducts periodic fire drills.
• Conducts monthly fire and safety inspections along with representative of the Executive Committee.
• Conducts regular walk through of the hotel looking for any repairs that are needed.
• Insures that all staff members are properly trained.
• Performs activities of workers supervised, when necessary.
• Maintain guest confidentiality at all times.
• Assists in handling emergencies in order to protect our guest and associates, and preserve the building and its systems during the emergency. Must act as quickly and responsibly as possible to return the building to its normal operating status.
• Responsible for knowing and abiding by all department, Commonwealth Lodging Management and hotel policies and procedures. As well as the brand standards, policies and procedures.