Assistant Chief Engineer - H

COMPENSATION Pay: $90,000 - $95,000 annually JOB OVERVIEW To assist the Director of Engineering in maintaining and monitoring the entire property and all equipment. To ensure the property's appearance is in top condition. Responsible for refrigeration, heating, air conditioning & general hotel building maintenance. Operates and maintains all HVAC and refrigeration, electrical distribution and kitchen equipment on the property. To support the Director of Engineering in hiring and disciplining team members within the department. REPORTS TO Director of Engineering WORK HOURS Assistant Chief of Engineering will be required to work day and/or evening shifts on weekdays, Holidays and weekends. Some overtime may be required. All schedules are based on business needs. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Minimum 1 year experience in customer service. Certificate in refrigeration, electrical, heating & air conditioning preferred. 3-5 years previous maintenance experience in a similar capacity of 23,000 sq. ft. meeting space and 367 rooms required. Relevant military experience in a comparable capacity. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to satisfactorily communicate in writing and verbally with guests, management and co-workers in English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, safety rules, safety awareness information (such as Safety Data Sheets), operating and maintenance instructions in English. Ability to write routine reports, keep logs and correspondence in English. COMPUTER SKILLS 6 months computer experience preferred. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Ability to understand guests' service needs. Ability to be well organized, maintain concentration and think clearly when providing service to guests. Ability to focus attention to performance of tasks despite frequent, stressful or unusual interruptions. Ability to converse calmly with irate guests, co-workers or supervisors in sometimes tense situations. Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision. Ability to work cohesively with co-workers and other departments as part of a team. Ability to analyze reports and numbers. Ability to follow director's instructions. Ability to arrive at work on time in full uniform prepared with tools and all equipment needed for service. Clock in and out; sign in and out for each shift. Ability to keep work area clean and neat, free from dust and litter. Ability to adhere to all hotel policies and procedures. Ability to adhere to all safety and emergency policies and procedures. Position requires basic skills in the following: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Heating systems Ventilation systems Air conditioning systems Supply fans Fan coil units Refrigerators & Walk In Boxes Ice makers Dryer systems Condenser loops Electrical Troubleshoot Equipment controls Maintain in safe condition all power distribution and electrical systems throughout hotel Applicable codes Read schematics and blue prints Set up electrical systems for guest functions Install conduit runs Generator transfer switch Mechanical Motors Pumps Exhaust fans Laundry Equipment Machinery (large & small) Related equipment Generators Read and understand blueprints Plumbing Weld Braze Solder Assemble piping Applicable codes Water treatment and related chemicals Water distribution and balance Read and understand blueprints Pneumatic/Electronic Systems & Controls Compressors Relays Receiver controllers Energy Management System computers Energy Management System modules & field wiring Adjustment and calibration of controls, stats and devices Flow restrictors Related test equipment Direct digital Read and understand blueprints Failure modes Carpentry & Finishing Skills Rough & finish carpentry Laminate Drywall/Taping/floating Tile (ceramic, quarry, marble) Wall Vinyl Carpet Furniture touch up & repair Painting Kitchen Equipment Dish machines Steamers Boilers Warmers Ansel/fire suppression systems Urns Choppers Mixers Kettles Ovens Kitchen exhaust systems Energy conservation Chart & graphic utility consumption Application of Variable Frequency Drives Lighting efficiencies Lighting controls Programming of Energy Management System General Building Preventative Maintenance and repairs Pavers and concrete repairs Masonry repair Landscape and grounds Siding and facade (coatings, caulking, inspections) Maintain fitness equipment. JOB DUTIES Guest Rooms: plunging toilets, unclogging drains, repairing all types of hardware, plumbing, electrical equipment including lamps, air conditioners, cosmetic items, replacing electrical switches and outlets, assisting with high speed internet problems, HVAC problems and programming TV's. Public Areas: plunging toilets, unclogging drains, repairing all types of hardware, plumbing, electrical, HVAC equipment and cosmetic items. Fire alarm/Life safety system: monitor systems as necessary, to be fully informed of the system operation and to handle emergencies involving the systems. To have a working knowledge of fire sprinkler and emergency power systems. Energy Conservation: to observe energy and utilities usage in the hotel and on the grounds. To look for ways to conserve energy and report any ideas to the Director of Engineering. Tools: clean, lubricate, protect and otherwise maintain all tools and equipment in the hotel. To see that all tools used are returned to the shop and secured in proper storage area. Emergencies: Be available for any emergencies and act in an engineering capacity to protect our guests and associates and preserve the building and its systems during the emergency. To act as quickly and responsibly as possible to return the building to its normal operating status. To inform Director of Engineering of any such emergencies. Accident Prevention and Safety: to strive to work in an accident free manner and to create a safe work environment for others. To continuously look for conditions which may endanger associates or guests of the hotel and to take immediate action to correct any hazardous conditions found. Records: to read, log, track and interpret reading from meters, gauges and other measuring units. To maintain a thorough log of each day's activities and problems that occur and to ensure this information is passed on to other shifts. Departmental Duties: to clean all engineering areas as directed by the Director of Engineering. To work in a neat and efficient manner, keeping work areas clean and well organized. To serve as otherwise directed or needed to help maintain the effective and efficient operation of the hotel. General: Complete all work assigned in a safe and professional manner. Maintain communications with supervisors to ensure that all needed materials, tools and supplies are available or on order. Follow up on any items that may be on back order. Keep supervisor updated on assignments. Provide training and technical advice to other engineers as needed or requested. Conducts room preventative maintenance on all hotel rooms, buildings and equipment. Responsible for swimming pool basic maintenance. Assists guests as needed. Assists with security and safety checks for the property through visual checks. Assist in safety and maintenance by tracking items in HotSos for relevant department. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The frequency codes assigned in these job descriptions are: Rarely less than 1% Occasionally 1-33% Frequently 34-65% Constantly 66-100% SITTING: Occasionally. STANDING/WALKING: Constantly on a variety of surfaces (carpet, tile, granite, etc.) CROUCHING (BENDING AT KNEES): Constantly. Lifting and completing tasks performed at low levels. KNEELING/CRAWLING: Frequently. Lifting and completing tasks performed at low levels. STOOPING (BENDING AT WAIST): Constantly. Lifting and completing tasks at different levels. TWISTING/TURNING AT KNEES, WAIST & NECK: Constantly. CLIMBING: Constantly. LEG/FOOT USE: Constantly. REACHING (OVERHEAD/EXTENSION): Constantly. Lifting and completing tasks at different levels. HANDLING/GRASPING: Constantly. FINGERING/FEELING: Constantly. PUSHING/PULLING: Constantly. Pushing carts. LIFTING/CARRYING: Constantly lifting/moving up to 10 pounds. Frequently lifting/moving up to 50 pounds. SPEECH REQUIREMENTS: Constantly required to speak to others in person and on the telephone in English. HEARING REQUIREMENTS: Constantly required to listen to others in person and on the telephone in English. VISION: Constantly required to see up close and ability to adjust focus. Occasionally required to see distances. Color vision required. WORKING CONDITIONS Safety Requirements: Follow Safety Data Sheets that are applicable to chemicals used in your work area. Personal Protective Equipment must be worn as directed by Safety Data Sheets or trainings. Must wear slip resistant shoes. Follow all Safety precautions outlined in Safety Meetings and Trainings. Exposure to chemicals, noise, vibrations: Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals; Exposure to moderate noise; exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. Operation of equipment/tools/vehicles: Frequently works near moving mechanical parts. Equipment to include power tools, manual tools, machinery, and office equipment. Work is indoors and outdoors. Occasionally works in high, precarious places. BENEFITS Our healthcare package includes medical, dental, vision and other benefits. The Hilton DC National Mall provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Alesia Green at alesia.green@hiltondcnationalmall.com to let us know the nature of your request.

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