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Chief Engineer

Job Details

LDMC - Durham, NC
Full Time
$60,000.00 Salary

Description

Join the team at The Lodge at Duke Medical Center as our Chief Engineer, where you’ll be the master of all things maintenance! Your mission? Keep our hotel running like a well-oiled machine while ensuring our guests enjoy a cozy and safe experience. You’ll lead a fantastic maintenance crew, juggle budgets, and tackle projects that make our facility shine. With your superhero-level skills in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, you’ll swoop in to save the day whenever needed. If you have a degree in Engineering or Facilities Management and a knack for problem-solving, we want you on our team! Get ready for a role that’s as dynamic as it is rewarding. Interested? Apply today!

 

Benefits:

  • Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Coverage
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance
  • 8 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off
  • 401k with Employer Matching (eligible after 6 months of employment)
  • Free Parking
  • Family & Friends Discounts
  • Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain all distribution systems for electricity, water, steam, gas, etc.
  • Maintain and operate air conditioning, heating ventilation, and refrigeration system.
  • Maintain buildings and grounds.
  • Monitor and coordinate the services performed by outside contractors in accordance with all contracts, leases, service agreements and warranties.
  • Keep all records pertaining to heat, light and power, and costs of the facility.
  • Ensure timely response to requests for service by guests, employees and management to include repair or replacement of all interior fixtures and furnishings.
  • Schedule all work to be done daily at a minimum of inconvenience to guests and employees.
  • Assist Area Director of Engineering to plan, implement, and administer an effective energy management and preventative maintenance program.
  • Assist Area Director of Engineering in the preparation of capital expenditures and maintenance budgets and monthly financial statements.
  • Maintain purchasing records, initiate purchase orders, approve invoices and maintain adequate inventory of parts, tools, and supplies.
  • Train and supervise subordinates.
  • Conduct continuing inspection of buildings and grounds to ensure compliance with OSHA, fire and safety laws and take action to ensure compliance.
  • To respond to all major emergencies & coordinate effectively.
  • Participate in the safety committee and assist safety chairperson to direct the Safety and Sanitation Programs properly and successfully.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years experience in maintenance/engineering; related degree or certifications are a plus.
  • Hotel maintenance/engineering experience is a plus
  • Lift up to 75 pounds and can walk or stand to a significant degree.
  • The ability to communicate effectively with guests and co-workers in English (written and orally).
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