Chief Engineer

Company: Hotel Viking
Location: Newport
Posted on: June 6, 2021

Job Description:

Company Info

Join one of the fastest growing lifestyle hospitality companies and enhance your career! Pivot Hotels & Resorts, the lifestyle and luxury division of Davidson Hotels & Resorts, operates with a deep-rooted passion for continuous innovation, exceptional service delivery, revenue generation, inspired marketing and financial responsibility. As disruptors of the status quo, we intend to spark a movement honoring our community, the adventure-minded traveler and work-hard-play-harder road warrior through distinctive design, bespoke wellness offerings, philanthropic endeavors and locally sourced, internationally influenced food and beverage. Constituted by some of the most accomplished leaders in lifestyle hospitality, Pivot Hotels & Resorts caters to today's experience-seeking, adventurous traveler through inspiring design, thoughtful service, and one-of-a-kind experiences at each of its hotels and resorts. At Pivot Hotels & Resorts, we know that it is the people who operate our hotels that make the difference between average and exceptional performance. So we want you to join us to be the difference! More information can be found at www.pivothotels.com.

Property Info

A downtown Newport icon, the award-winning Hotel Viking, is situated atop Newport's Historic Hill neighborhood. Offering breathtaking views of prestigious Bellevue Avenue, the hotel is within easy walking distance of Newport's Bellevue Avenue mansions, scenic waterfront, bustling harbor, and a myriad of restaurants and lively bars. Offering 208 guestrooms and luxury suites the hotel provides a sense of history and a friendly ambiance. On site amenities include our signature eatery, One Bellevue Restaurant, Lounge and Patio, as well as our seasonal Top of Newport rooftop restaurant, our full service SpaFjor, 24-hour fitness center, indoor heated pool and hot tub. With nearly 14,000 square feet of function space, an additional 3,000 square feet of outdoor event space and an on-site wedding Chapel, our team is ready to create your ideal event. Our service and attention to detail have made Hotel Viking a revered destination throughout its 90-year history. Come join our team today!

Position Info

Davidson Hotels & Resorts is one of the largest and most successful independent hotel management companies in the industry. The combined experience of our team represents a breadth and depth of expertise that is unmatched, and we believe our people are the cornerstone of our success. We are committed to making Davidson a great place to work and provide the foundation for building successful careers. If you share our passion for delivering hospitality where details matter, apply today to join our team!

An Engineering Manager maintains high morale for engineering; teach engineering staff how to maintain and repair equipment; solicit suggestions or input from other members of the engineering team; coach or counsel team members effectively; staff consistently achieves standards for the department; discuss problems with employees as they come up; understand the hotel's human resources policies and procedures; treat all employees fairly; use appropriate staffing levels for work demand; promotes hotel service standards and policies.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Read, write, speak and understand English.
Hotel, institutional, HVAC systems experience of 3-4 years preferred.
Refrigeration, HVAC certification or journeyman level experience.
Previous management or supervisory experience of 3-5 years.
Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, emergency, preventative maintenance systems and all related disciplines.
Basic computer skills, administrative skills.
Meet minimum age requirement of jurisdiction.
Ability to communicate effectively with public and other employees.
Valid driver's license preferred.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hotels & Resorts is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test, background check, and job assessment required.

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