Chief Engineer

About Us

Join Team Whitley! Located right in the heart of Buckhead with convenient access to the highway and two Marta Train stations, the Whitley has an awe-inspiring view of the city skyline.

Gathering together was Buckhead's original purpose, and this remains a focus of our hotel so that we are able to provide a home away from home for our guests.

Our associates have access to many benefits such as free parking, discounted train passes, complimentary meals and discounted spa services.

In addition to all of this, we invest in our associates by providing cross-training, promotional opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

Looking to grow your career with the leading luxury hotel in the area? Come in to see us today!

Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information.

You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!

We value U.S.

military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Overview

Supervise the implementation of all property and equipment preventive maintenance and repairs, monitor life safety systems and utilities and administer the department in compliance with all corporate/franchise standards and local, state, and national codes and regulations to protect assets, guests and associates.

Effectively manage engineering related capital projects.

Responsible for the preventative maintenance and repair of the hotel's mechanical/electrical systems and equipment, and for the general maintenance and upkeep of the physical plant, FFandE, grounds, swimming pool, etc.

as defined by HEI Hotels and Resorts and brand standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities


* A complete understanding of all building related systems - Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Life Safety, IT, etc.


* A complete understanding of all building related equipment - HVACandR, Kitchen, Laundry, Pool, etc.


* Follows company preventative maintenance procedures and guidelines for guestrooms, equipment, public space, grounds, landscaping, and building envelop, etc.


* Maintains engineering related check book accounting procedures to ensure department operates with-in budgeted guidelines while maintaining required stock of supplies and materials.


* Effectively interview, supervise, train, manage performance, assign tasks and follows-up with engineering staff to ensure maximum productivity.


* Maintains accurate records and filing system to support RandM Budget, PM Programs, Capital Budget, Capital Projects, Life Safety Systems and Inspections, etc.


* Maintains all Engineering Spaces in a safe, clean, organized, energy efficient manner.


* Tours hotel complex daily identifying items requiring engineering, housekeeping or other departmen...