Assistant Director of Engineering

Company: The Watergate Hotel
Location: Washington
Posted on: September 21, 2023

Job Description:

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Assistant Director of Engineering Full Time The Watergate Hotel, Washington, DC, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 2020 TheHotel Stepinside a legendary revival at The Watergate Hotel, a luxurious urban resortlocated along the banks of the Potomac River. Here modern design blends with astoried past to redefine luxury. A place where travel and business areoccasions worth celebrating, attention to every detail is the standard, andintrigue can be found just beyond every curve. Location The Watergate Hotel iscentrally located in Washington, D.C., a city of political power, prestige, andelegance is culturally rich with theaters, museums, architectural splendors andunforgettable national memorials. The Watergate Hotel is situated withinwalking distance of the best the city has to offer. StrategicIntent Supervise the implementation of all property andequipment preventive maintenance and repairs, monitor life safety systems andutilities and assist in the administration of the department in compliance withall corporate/franchise standards and local, state and national codes andregulations to protect assets, guests and employees. OrganizationalStructure REPORTS TO: -Director of Engineering GeneralDuties and Responsibilities Interview, hire, train, recommend performanceevaluations, resolve problems, provide open communication and recommenddiscipline and/or termination when appropriate. Implement and schedule property and equipmentpreventive maintenance programs in compliance with corporate/franchisestandards and local, state and national codes and regulations . Prioritize service requests; schedule and monitorthe service performed to ensure customer satisfaction, safety andconvenience. Test and examine the life safety systems toensure they are 100% operational at all times. Monitor utility consumption to determine theeffectiveness of current systems. Review purchase requests and monitor expensesbudget to ensure goals are met/exceeded. Assist in the administration of the department by preparing and maintaining schedules, logs, records and other documentation to ensure a smooth operation and minimize liabilities. - Comply with attendance rules and be available towork on a regular basis. Perform any other job related duties as assigned. Experienceand Requirements Must have the ability to communicate in English.Self-starting personality with an evendisposition.Maintain a professionalappearance 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.Must be able to recognize potential safetyhazards and security problems in the hotel and act upon each accordingly.Be skilled in several areas such as HVAC,electrical, carpentry, drywalling, painting, plumbing, roofing, andlandscaping.Must be able totroubleshoot and repair routine mechanical and electrical malfunctions in hotelsystems and equipment.Must be willing and able to be responsive to complaints about maintenance. -
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