Chief Engineer

Company: MARCUS HOTELS INC
Location: Chicago
Posted on: March 29, 2025

Job Description:

At AC Hotels, connecting with our guests, catering to their "on-the-go" lifestyle and helping them feel the unique buzz of a new city depends upon a team of associates whose lifestyles and passions make them a great fit for the brand. We are currently seeking a Chief Engineer.POSITION PURPOSE: Ensure that all building and equipment remains in good repair with a minimum of down time by overseeing and assisting with day-to-day maintenance and preventative maintenance of the hotel. Continually work towards and support the improvement of engineering services to both guests and associates while sharing day-to-day knowledge and skills.SALARY: Salary starts at $90,000ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION: In addition to base compensation, this position is eligible for our quarterly and annual performance-based bonus program. Both hotel and individual performance determine bonus potential, with specific goals outlined upon hire.BENEFITS: Benefits include free on-site parking, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible full-time associates, vacation hour accrual upon hire for eligible associates, 401K, travel, dining, and movie discounts.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervises, directs, and inspects the Engineers on a daily basis to ensure their work productivity and quality meets standards and deadlines.
• Responsible for coordination and roll-out of projects as directed.
• Interacts as needed with guests, contractors, vendors, peers, and corporate executives.
• Assists department staff with all of their tasks as needed, including troubleshooting, regular maintenance, and repairs.
• Conducts regular inspections via walk-throughs of public areas, back of the house areas, guest rooms, and exterior areas.
• Creates a budget to include capital items and ensures departmental spending and payroll remain within budgeted guidelines.POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be able to read and interpret documents to include: Blueprints/Schematics, Procedural manuals, Budgets/Financial Statements, OSHA standards such as LockOut/TagOut, MSDS, etc.
• Possess the ability to troubleshoot, repair, and/or maintain:- Physical building to include all FF&E- A/C and refrigeration equipment- Electrical systems- Mechanical equipment (i.e., motors, starters, pumps, fans, etc.)- Plumbing and drains- Pneumatic and electronic systems and controls- Fire Alarm and Life Safety equipment
• Analytical skills in order to assess and identify problems and then implement solutions.
• Must be able to use and understand hand and power tools.
• Must have computer proficiency.
• Requires prior management experience in a similar environment.Equal Opportunity Employer
  #J-18808-Ljbffr

Keywords: MARCUS HOTELS INC, Chicago , Chief Engineer, Professions , Chicago, Illinois