Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable Chief Engineer for the Sheraton Chicago Northbrook, Northbrook, IL 60062. Job Purpose: The Chief Engineer is responsible for maintaining the overall operation of the maintenance department and the appearance and working order of the hotel. This role oversees the administration of the company’s maintenance and life safety programs, including purchasing, preventative maintenance, equipment repairs, hotel security, and supervision of the maintenance department. Warm, knowledgeable service and helpful guidance reassure guests they’ve made the right choice to stay with us. Ensure customer satisfaction at all times, modeling and adhering to the Guest Service Standards. Supervise and coordinate the activities of the maintenance staff, inspecting work performance to ensure compliance with procedures, policies, and expectations. Ensure effective scheduling to achieve financial objectives and maintain product quality. Monitor budget and control departmental expenses, including maintenance contracts and utility expenses. Participate in preparing the annual departmental operating budget and capital plans supporting the hotel’s overall objectives. Ensure compliance with all company, state, local, and federal policies/guidelines related to maintaining a clean, safe environment for associates, guests, and vendors. Oversee the operation of the hotel’s equipment and systems, including life safety, telecommunications, key control, HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, power plant, pool, kitchen, laundry, and other related systems. Handle maintenance request orders promptly and courteously, including logging and follow-up. Hire, train, supervise, coach, and evaluate department staff. Communicate regularly with the Assistant General Manager, OM, and/or General Manager regarding the condition of the building and systems, proposing cost-effective maintenance solutions. Supervise external contractors employed for maintenance work. Adhere to all work rules, procedures, and policies established by the company. Qualifications and Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent. Experience with Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Wyndham, or Hyatt processes and standards preferred. This job requires the ability to perform the following: Speak, read, write, and understand primary workplace languages. Read and write to facilitate communication. Work effectively in a team environment, acting as a team leader with minimal supervision. Possess good verbal and written communication skills. Have basic computational and computer skills. Understand computer accounting programs, budgeting, and analysis. Have thorough knowledge of mechanical equipment such as chillers, boilers, and refrigeration systems. Be knowledgeable in plumbing, electrical systems, and utility consumption record-keeping. Experience in office procedures, procurement, bidding, and compliance with city codes and laws. Understand federal, state, and local laws related to employment, safety, and labor relations, including statutes like Title VII, FLSA, ADA, OSHA, FMLA, and NLRA. Other: Passionate about people and service. Strong communication skills for guest and employee interactions. Proficient in completing paperwork, logging issues, and handling financial transactions. Problem-solving, reasoning, motivating, and training abilities. Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Salary: $75,000 - $80,000 annually Team-driven and values-based culture. Full-time benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision, Paid Time Off, holidays, same-day pay, employee assistance, career growth opportunities, employee discounts, 401(k), insurance options, parental leave, referral programs, and more.

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