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Chief Engineer Hampton Inn - Kirksville, MO Working somewhere you’d rather not be? Are you looking for your next opportunity? We offer a fun place to work, an extraordinary team with decades of service and stability, and the ability to grow your career…with a starting hourly rate between $16.00 and $17.50/ hr. Hampton Inn - Kirksville, MO is a franchised hotel, managed by First Call Hospitality. As an established hotel management company, First Call Hospitality has developed, owned or managed over 50 properties that offers its employees great training, development opportunities, and a long-term home-base for those who like to work hard with and for a quality organization. We are known for the great care we take with our hotels as well as for the owners, the guests and associates alike. * We know we work in an increasingly competitive industry and guests and associates have more options than ever before. We also know that our success is directly tied to the performance and behaviors of our associates. You are more than an employee! Our unique culture gives you the opportunity to impact our continuously evolving company but most importantly we give you room to be yourself! * We believe in “Bringing Our Best” every day and “Know that we work better when we work together” – which are two of our core values. * Finally, we work hard – and CELEBRATE our success together!! The Position: We’re looking for a Chief Engineer who is responsible for all areas of maintenance and the overall management of the maintenance department. A well-maintained room that is clean, and in good working order, allows us to deliver on an exceptional experience for our guests. Additionally, Chief Engineers contribute to the overall safety and security of the hotel by maintaining fixtures and equipment, following safety rules, and assisting in emergency situations. The Perks: In return for your hard work we offer a competitive benefits package which can be tailored to your needs. * We Invest in Your Future Success! Training and development programs available. * Enjoy the Holidays! We offer Six (6) paid holidays throughout the year - paid at time and a half for hours worked * Employee Social Events! Who can’t use a great party!? * Exceptional benefits including elective Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurance. * Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual starting on your first day of work. The Responsibilities * Responsible for all general and preventive maintenance programs for the hotels, performing much of the work themselves with limited staff * Manage all records of maintenance performed on all equipment, in rooms and public spaces, for safety, insurance and warranty purposes * Accountable for the budgeting and expenses of the maintenance department * Responsible for purchasing of major parts and equipment * Must obtain multiple bids for work being completed by outside vendors to ensure most cost-effective vendors are being utilized * Responsible for maintaining the fire and health requirements for the hotel and reporting any discrepancies to the General Manager * Oversee and provide direction for all maintenance employees. * Supervise tasks to ensure they are carried out correctly and performed with proper workmanship and cleanliness. Guest perception is always crucial. * Ensure proper staffing levels and training of each employee to maximize guest satisfaction * Maintain proper dress code for oneself and the maintenance department * Keep up to date on all safety and performance policies and procedural changes and effectively implement them into the department * Work closely with all other departments of the hotel to promote teamwork * Practice proper safety and care when working with chemicals and equipment * Complete all other duties as assigned * Respond to guest inquiries and requests as appropriate * Report any damage, mechanical problems, or missing room equipment/items The Requirements: * Must be able to successfully complete tasks in prescribed timeframe * Ability to work alone to maintain all areas of the hotel * Effectively communicate with our guests * Good eye for detail * College Degree or 4 years of equivalent maintenance experience and ability to manage multiple types of maintenance repairs and equipment or parts installations. * Certificates in various mechanical equipment repair and/or construction field experience preferred. Why Should You Apply? * We offer competitive pay * We are small enough to be like family…and large enough to be the support you need in what can be a challenging position! * We have multiple hotels that offer endless advancement and professional development opportunities. Equal Employment Opportunity We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we have facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training. We expressly prohibit any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of our employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including termination. Apply…come on…see if this position is a good fit?

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