Assistant Chief Engineer

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Come Join the Waterford Hotel Group Team!

At Waterford Hotel Group we pride ourselves on cultivating a workplace that feels like home and brings out the best in you, each and every day. We celebrate your successes, your strengths will be appreciated, and a place where each of us can truly be ourselves. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, a tight-knit and supportive work environment, plus numerous opportunities for professional development and advancement. Come for a JOB, stay for a CAREER.

The Ideal Candidate for this Position

Are you a hands-on engineering professional with a passion for building maintenance, team leadership, and hospitality? The DoubleTree by Hilton Little Rock is seeking an experienced Assistant Chief Engineer to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining a premier hotel property while helping lead a talented engineering team dedicated to providing an exceptional guest experience.

At Waterford Hotel Group, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a culture of growth, teamwork, and excellence, and we are looking for an individual who shares that commitment.

Position Overview

The Assistant Chief Engineer supports the Chief Engineer in overseeing the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the hotel's physical plant and engineering systems. This includes ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all building systems while maintaining the highest standards of guest comfort, safety, and property appearance.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the hotel's physical building structure and all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, and life safety systems.
• Support the planning and execution of preventative maintenance programs to maximize equipment life and minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA standards and safety requirements.
• Assist with managing departmental budgets, capital improvement projects, energy conservation initiatives, and vendor relationships.
• Lead, train, mentor, and develop engineering team members to promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Schedule and supervise engineering staff to ensure adequate coverage and efficient operations.
• Respond to and resolve maintenance issues in a timely manner to ensure guest satisfaction and operational excellence.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspections, and regulatory documentation.
• Collaborate with hotel leadership to support operational goals and property improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience as an Engineering Supervisor, Assistant Chief Engineer, Facilities Engineer, or similar leadership role within a hotel, resort, or hospitality environment.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, boilers, mechanical systems, and preventative maintenance practices.
• Understanding of OSHA regulations, life safety systems, building codes, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team.
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency call situations as needed.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

WATERFORD HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Health Insurance is available on the first of the month after hire!

We value the health and wellness of you and your family. Full time associates can enroll in medical, dental and vision coverage and part-time associates averaging 17.5 hours a week can enroll in dental and vision coverage. Everyone’s needs are different and there is something for everyone with numerous supplemental insurances to choose from.

We know that life gets in the way, and YOU deserve to recharge.

Full-time associates receive paid time off within the first 90 days of employment. We also offer paid holidays for eligible associates. If you stick with us for five years or more, enjoy paid days off for your Birthday and Employment Anniversary date!

EXCITING EXTRAS

On Demand Pay - Why wait for pay day – get your pay when you need it24/7.

Pet Insurance - We cover the whole family, and all associates are eligible for discounted pet insurance.

401k Plan - Nobody wants to work forever, start planning for your future now.

Hotel D****iscounts - It’s one of the biggest industry perks.

Shoes for Crew****s - All associates are eligible for a shoe subsidy through Shoes for Crews.

For more information about Waterford Hotel Group, please visit our website at www.waterfordhotelgroup.com.

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