The Hilton Cavasson, Scottsdale's newest resort hotel is seeking a Chief Engineer to join our opening team! The Chief Engineer provides oversight and leadership of all maintenance/engineering operations activities associated with the physical operation of the property including maintaining the building and physical grounds with particular attention towards safety, security and asset protection.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the physical operations of the property, including equipment, refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, plumbing, water treatment, and electrical systems.
• Ability to operate Building Automation Systems, diagnose deficiencies and take appropriate action for correction.
• Ensure the execution of the property’s preventative maintenance program.
• Develop, implement and manage energy conservation programs for the property to minimize expenses.
• Develop, implement and direct all Emergency Programs.
• Ensure all safety equipment is maintained and conduct inspections and drills.
• Ensure compliance with all local codes and regulations.
• Maintain detailed records of as appropriate for efficient operations of the department and auditing.
• Hire, train, schedule and review the performance of all maintenance personnel.
• Develop and maintain the operational budget within the departmental guidelines.
• Vendor management and execution of competitive bidding process.
• Coordinates year-end audit review for external audit staff.
• Keeps abreast of current trends, practices, and developments in the profession. Makes recommendations for implementation.
• Assumes other special activities and responsibilities from time to time occasionally as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position.

• Associate must be able to sit in the same position for up to 8 hours a day consecutively.
• Associate may be required to stand, may have to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Associate is often required to sit and use his or her hands and fingers, to handle or feel.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to observe and assess issues.
• Associate may have to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder to service equipment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

TRAVEL

Local and regional travel is required resulting in overnight trips. This position requires the successful candidate to have a valid Driver’s license. The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver’s license upon being hired.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Superior leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in high volume environment.
• Strategic thinker, consulting abilities.
• Excellent guest service skills.
• Strong maintenance skills to support the physical operations of the property.
• 3 years experience in a similar position
• Certifications in related fields a plus
• Well organized with strong analytical and reasoning abilities.

COLUMBUS HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT is a company committed to providing quality service and memorable guest experiences in a positive and welcoming work environment. We are focused on supporting the needs of our team through our commitment to the family/work life balance and by providing development opportunities.

We are proud to be a Drug Free Workplace/EOE. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT TO A BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT.