Job Description

We are looking for our next great team member to join us as a Chief Engineer in our Maintenance department. 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
• Additional hotel discounts with Marriott International brand hotels
• Free Parking
• Free Meal during your shift
• Quarterly employee appreciation events to celebrate all your hard work!

Marriott Syracuse Downtown seeks Chief Engineer/Head of Maintenance who will be responsible for implementing and maintaining the maintenance operation for the exterior and interior facilities, including but not limited to life safety issues, electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, HVAC, structural, finishes, landscaping and grounds, and all areas of the hotel’s physical plant. The Chief Engineer is required to adhere to Crescent and Brand Standards. Supervise the implementation of all property and equipment preventive maintenance and repairs, monitor life safety systems and utilities and administer the department in compliance with all corporate/franchise standards and local, state and national codes and regulations to protect assets, guests and associates.

Here is what you will be doing each day as a Chief Engineer

• Implement and maintain Engineering Department standards and all other policy and procedures
• Conduct walk-throughs and visually assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structures of the hotel, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC system and any other related equipment
• Implement and maintain the Preventative Maintenance, Room Care, and Landscape and Grounds program.
• Hire, Orient, Train, and develop the Department employees and perform reviews and feedback based upon their performance.
• Ensure property is clean, orderly, and is a safe environment for guests and associates.
• Directs and administers complete routine maintenance on public spaces, meeting rooms, outlets, BOH spaces and grounds.
• Respond in a courteous manner to guest questions, complaints, or requests
• Ensure that all systems and equipment are functioning properly and efficiently.
• Coordinate and direct special projects, including, but not limited to: renovations, remodeling, and painting.
• Adhere to all corporate-required purchasing policies and controls, including, but not limited to, all outside contractors bids, budgets and schedules. Follow prescribed safety procedures for personnel and equipment by the company and OSHA.
• Maintain effective Energy Management and Preventative Maintenance programs and conduct special training for other operating departments on the safe and efficient use of equipment and energy in the hotel
• Monitor the level and quality of services performed by outside contractors in accordance with the agreements, service contracts, warranties, service repairs, etc.
• Respond to guest issues in a timely, courteous manner and communicate with department heads to advise of maintenance needs and ensure timely response to internal requests.

Does this sound like you?

You possess a self-starting personality with an even disposition and can maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times. You understand & believe that every Crescent associate is a guest relations ambassador, every working minute of every day.

• High school or equivalent education required. Bachelor’s degree or related technical school degree preferred. Minimum of 5 years' experience in hotel, hospital or building maintenance, including 3 years in a supervisory capacity.
• HVAC Certification Preferred
• CPR certified Preferred
• Training in refrigeration, plumbing and electrical
• The Chief Engineer will deal with stressful situations, manual labor, and time-sensitive deadlines. Due to the nature of the hospitality industry, this employee must be able to work varying schedules, including long hours, to reflect the business needs and workload of the hotel, as well as assigned responsibilities from the Corporate Executive Team.

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts we strive to create a great place to work where associates at all levels of our organization are respected for their differences, just like the guests and owners we serve. That’s why we are dedicated to creating an environment that facilitates open and honest conversations about race, equity, diversity, and inclusion. By examining our own beliefs and behaviors, we can create change through training, recruiting, and promoting diverse talent to strengthen our culture.