Engineer 2 Jobs

Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in major U.S. gateway cities including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a growing Caribbean and Latin America footprint. The hospitality forward company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate has a proven record of developing its diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts with contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in New York, Chicago, Dallas, London, Miami, and Seattle. www.highgate.com .

Location

Located atop San Francisco’s famed Nob Hill at the corner of California and Powell streets, Stanford Court hotel is steps from the city’s best dining, shopping, entertainment and cultural attractions. The hotel features 393 well-appointed rooms and suites, offering comfortable accommodations for leisure and business travelers in a prime location. With a storied history dating back nearly 140 years, Stanford Court sits on the historic site of renowned “Big 4” railroad mogul, university founder, and U.S. senator Leland Stanford’s elaborate private mansion. Leland Stanford was at the forefront of innovation in his era, and today’s Stanford Court hotel pays homage to his legacy by representing the new frontier of innovation for the 21st century.

Overview

The Engineer, Level 2 is responsible for insuring that the property is maintained in the best possible condition at all times with the least amount of inconvenience to guests and employees.

Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing repairs (i.e. clogged drains, copper pipe, change washers, change handles, drain fittings, etc).
• Repair all types of wall coverings.
• Repair and program hotel electronic lock system.
• Replace and repair pumps.
• Maintain repair and preventive maintenance records.
• Trace and repair all types of water lines.
• Assist in scheduling preventive maintenance tasks.
• Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment.
• Replace and program televisions as needed.
• Replace light switches, receptacles, light bulbs and fixtures.
• Make repairs to hotel air conditioning system: change filters, clean coils, replace motors.
• Repair and finish sheet rock.
• Take required readings on equipment.
• Test cooling tower and record readings.
• Perform furniture repair.
• Assist in supervising other engineering staff members.
• Understand and be able to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Test, clean and repair swimming pools and spas.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all equipment (i.e. boilers, chillers, HVAC-Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning, electrical, etc.).
• Perform and maintain work to local, state and Federal codes.
• Paint designated areas.

Qualifications

• Trade school and/or College course work in related field preferred.
• Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
• Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
• Must be able to cross-train in other hotel related areas.
• High School diploma or equivalent and/or one year of experience in a hotel or related field required.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Heavy work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently and/or in excess of 20 pounds constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Objects.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• At least two years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• EPA certified
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
• Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Salary Range: $59.42