Love Maintenance at work? Come be a part of our Dynamic Team!

PTO, 401(K) retirement plan, Employee Discount, Employee Advancement Opportunities, Employee Referral Program, Competitive Pay, etc.

Ascent Hospitality has an extensive portfolio of hotels and a strong pipeline of new properties and acquisitions, but we’re not about numbers…we’re about people and that remains our foundation. Our culture expresses a memorable experience for all of our Team Members and guests alike. So we’re constantly looking for individuals who work well together for a unified purpose. For our leadership, we’re looking for accomplished individuals with a passion to serve others, strong communicators who clearly understand the needs of others and trendsetters who excel at challenges and change. If this is what you’re all about, consider joining our Team.

Ascent Hospitality is looking for a uniquely qualified hospitality leader to join our team as a Chief Engineer!

The Chief Engineer supervises the operation, maintenance, and repair of the overall hotel operation. This position manages the Maintenance Staff of the hotel, ongoing preventative maintenance projects, renovations, plumbing, painting, sheetrock work, electrical and carpentry. In addition, this position may work with contractors to coordinate renovations, remodeling projects and new construction. This position may also oversee the completion of custodial work as necessary while providing optimum service and satisfaction to hotel guests; showing individual performance effectiveness, and following proper security & liability measures to protect the assets of the hotel and the Company.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Ensure a smooth operation and guest experience
Responsible for monitoring compliance with state building codes and regulations, OSHA safety codes and adherence to Fire Department standards of safety and evacuation procedures.
Recruits, interviews and assists in recommending prospective employees, including Engineers, Laborers, Painters, and Carpenters, evaluates job performance and recommends appropriate discipline and rewards.
Directly responsible for the maintenance and operation of all the equipment on the property site and the building structure itself. This includes refrigeration and air conditioning, the fire alarm system, boilers, primary and secondary power systems, and emergency generators.
Familiar with and complies with the mission and standards of hotel maintenance
Effectively direct maintenance staff and assign tasks
Ability to operate with budget and labor expenses
Responsible for the aesthetics of the exterior and interior of the building, continuously evaluates remodeling projects and coordinates. Scheduling labor and material for remodeling and refurbishing projects.
Ability to identify maintenance and repair issues and initiate work orders
Reports and follows up on maintenance deficiencies
Complete work orders and all necessary assigned repairs
Performs preventive maintenance and maintains mechanical logs in an organized manner
Responsible for correct use of office equipment, EMS system and Life Safety Systems
Resolves guest’s problems and handles all guest requests in a timely manner and according to hotel Standards
Coordinate hotel emergency procedures, in conjunction with general manager and Corporate Director of Engineering. Assist in developing an effective emergency plan for hotel. Assist in conducting drills with staff. Assist in training staff on the operation of emergency systems and equipment. Schedule regular inspection and maintenance of all emergency equipment (kitchen hood extinguisher, fire extinguisher, alarm systems etc.).

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Advance knowledge of building management
Extensive experience installing and troubleshooting electrical switches, operating boilers, and repairing appliances.
Complete understanding of all building related systems i.e. Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Life Safety
Remain current on related technology advances that would enhance hotel operations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, climb, bend, lift, push pull, talk, walk in cramped areas and exposed to noisy locations susceptible to extreme hot and cold temperatures.
Must be able to operate in mentally and physically stressful situations

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

College degree or college courses related to engineering helpful
Vocational Schooling, certification and or related experience in HVAC, plumbing and carpentry
3+ years hands on experience
Hotel experience preferred  Knowledge of hotel operations
Leadership skills
Effective verbal and written communications skills

EEO Employer

Compensation: 55k-60k (commensurate based on the background and experience of the candidate)

The Chattanoogan

Our Hotel

The Chattanoogan hotel is the ideal setting for memorable vacations, special occasions, superior meetings and business travel. Located in the heart of downtown Chattanooga with spectacular views of Lookout Mountain, the upscale hotel has 198 upscale guest rooms and suites, three outstanding dining establishments, a full-service spa and 25,000 square feet of IACC-certified meeting space.

The recipient of numerous awards and accolades, The Chattanoogan features superior service, elegant décor, upscale amenities and state-of-the-art conference facilities. The hotel is conveniently located within a two-hour drive from many Southeastern cities, including Atlanta, Nashville and Birmingham.