What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Engineering position at Crescent Hotels & Resorts?
The NOPSI hotel is seeking an experienced and Director of Engineering to join our prestigious team. This historic hotel is as rich and as storied as New Orleans itself. Constructed during the Roaring Twenties, the iconic property has evolved over its 100-plus years to deliver luxurious modern-day conveniences with plenty of Jazz Age style.
At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do!
We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that ‘feed your inner explorer’, we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.
We are committed to providing you with:
- Highly competitive wages
- An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
- 401K matching program for eligible associates
- Flexible scheduling to allow you to focus on what is important to you
- Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Troubleshoot and repair malfunctions in mechanical or electrical systems (e.g., HVAC, plumbing) and other equipment throughout the hotel.
- Perform preventative maintenance assignments on a scheduled basis.
- Respond in a courteous manner to all guest questions, complaints, and or requests to ensure strong guest satisfaction.
- Communicate with hotel department heads to become aware of maintenance needs and ensure timely response to internal requests.
- Service the hotel's pool, including adjusting chemicals and cleaning filters; completing maintenance request forms and record logs.
- Maintain the building exterior and "curb appeal".
- Maintain standards and follow-up on inspection deficiencies.
- Must be able to recognize potential safety hazards and security problems in the hotel and act upon each accordingly.
- Coordinate compliance of service contracts.
- Implements and maintains Crescent’s preventative maintenance program.
- Implement and maintain Crescent’s room care programs.
- Implement and maintain Crescent’s engineering department minimum standards.
- Assist General Manager with annual Capital Plan development.
- Actively participate in Crescent’s Safety Plan and energy improvements.
- Communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff.
- Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
- Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- A minimum of one year of prior experience as a Director of Engineering in a full-service hotel required.
- 1st class license in AC and Boiler required.
- Must be skilled in several areas such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, drywalling, painting, plumbing, roofing, and landscaping.
- Must be able to troubleshoot and repair routine mechanical and electrical malfunctions in hotel systems and equipment.
- Must be willing and able to be responsive to complaints about maintenance.
- Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times.
- Can communicate well with guests.
- Must be willing to “pitch-in” and help co- workers with their job duties and be a team player.
