Engineers who appreciate full service franchises include Holiday Inn, Hilton, Embassy Suites, Marriott, Renaissance, Radisson, Sheraton, and independent hotels and resorts.
Individuals looking for a company that continuously develops hotels.
People who appreciate living in cities where housing is affordable.
Someone who appreciates a well maintained property.
Individuals looking for cross-training and promotional opportunities.
People who enjoy properties that provide necessary capital.
Engineers who enjoy properties that understand the staffing levels necessary to maintain a property.
Scope of this Position
Coordinate all engineering for hotel.
Work very closely with Front Office and Housekeeping to keep rooms operational.
Position will be responsible for supervising/managing/overseeing the following departments: Engineering and Grounds Maintenance.
In preparing for this position, candidate ideally will have worked in at least the following departments or positions: Solid experience in hotels or large commercial office complexes with F&B facilities.
Requires a minimum of 4-5 year(s) of supervisory experience.
Requires a minimum of 5-10 year(s) of experience.
This position reports to: AGM Rooms
Position will be required to work a varied schedule that may include evenings, nights, and week-ends.
Job Requirements
Must be a citizen of this country or possess a valid work permit.
Technical Requirements:
Instill in all Engineering employees that they are there to serve the guest quickly and courteously.
Spend majority of time overseeing work being done by Engineering staff.
Ensure that Engineering employees keep all areas they are working in neat and clean.
Assist Housekeeping and Front Office in minimizing downtime.
Update and maintain engineering policies, procedures, work orders, etc.
Strong technical skills in HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, etc.
Strong energy management background.
Prior responsibility for landscaping highly desired.
Experience with vehicle maintenance programs.
Managerial Requirements:
Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to clearly and concisely present technical subjects.
Track record promoting an atmosphere of teamwork.
Build morale and spirit.
Participative management style.
Experience communicating, training, and managing multi-lingual staffs.
Instill a guest service attitude in all employees.
Instill a calm, organized approach in all situations.
Business Skills:
Work with limited support.
Excellent listening skills.
Exceptional detail in follow-up.
Resolve problems.
Assume responsibility/accountability.
Create courteous, friendly, professional work environment.
Educational Requirements:
High School degree or equivalent.
Specific degree in: Mechanical Science or Mehanical Engineering preferred
Compensation
Salary
Competitive
Relocation
We will pay relocation costs as agreed upon at time of hiring
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Yes
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Vision Insurance
Matching 401-k
Company Hotel Travel Discounts
An Equal Opportunity Employer
We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability.
The Courtyard Fort Smith is a full-service hotel with 138 spacious guest rooms and suites. The hotel is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas, and operated by John Q. Hammons Hotels Management, LLC, a leader in the hospitality industry for more than 45 years.
Convenient to all the city has to offer, the new Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Fort Smith is situated near the unique shops and restaurants of downtown and just steps from numerous corporate offices, including Whirlpool, Trane, Planters and Gerber. Fort Smith abounds with historic attractions, including the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith, Fort Smith Museum of History, Fort Smith Trolley Museum and the Fort Smith National Historic Site.
Why People Like to Work for Us
We opened for business on January 10, 2007
We provide cross-training for all departments
We try to promote from within the hotel before making jobs available to the public
Property Statistics
Year built
2006
Number of rooms
138
Meeting rooms
4
Sq. ft. of meeting space
2,500
Banquet capacity
80
Number of employees
70
Our top markets
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