Director of Engineering

Do you consider yourself a “busy body”? Find yourself always thinking about the way things work? Our engineers are always on the move & this position provides oversight of our Engineering Department. It helps to ensure that all building and equipment remains in good repair with a minimum of down time by overseeing and assisting with day-to-day maintenance and preventative maintenance of the hotel. This integral part of Hilton Milwaukee’s leadership team will also serve on the Executive Committee.

Are you driven to work for the most recognized name in the hospitality industry? If you strive to grow your career at the largest hotel in the downtown area, the Hilton Milwaukee City Center is the place for you. Our property and brand pride itself on continuous innovation through our approach to world-class service, upscale amenities and superior style.

What will you be doing?

• Supervise, direct, and inspect the Engineers, Painters and Carpenter on a daily basis to insure their work productivity and quality meets standards and deadlines.
• Complete weekly work schedule for the department.
• Process daily payroll edits/reports in a timely manner.
• Counsel and discipline associates as needed.
• Conduct performance appraisals for associates to include skills testing of Engineers.
• Responsible for coordination and roll-out of projects as directed.
• Interact as needed with guests, contractors, vendors, peers and corporate executives.
• Assists department staff with all of their tasks as needed to include trouble shooting, regular maintenance and repairs.
• Conduct regular inspections via walk-thrus of public areas, back of the house areas, guest rooms and exterior areas.
• Ensure compliance to collective bargaining agreement as applicable for Engineers and Painters.
• Assist Building Superintendent with creation of budget to include capital items.  Assumes responsibility with Building Superintendent to insure departmental spending and payroll remains within budgeted guidelines.
• Act in capacity of Manager On Duty, Lobby Ambassador and any other management capacity as assigned.
• Any other duties as assigned.

What do you bring to the role?

• Must be able to read and interpret documents including:  Blueprints/Schematics, Procedural manuals, Budgets/Financial Statements, OSHA standards such as LockOut/TagOut, MSDS, etc.
• Possess the ability to troubleshoot, repair and/or maintain:
  • Physical building to include all FF&E
  • A/C and refrigeration equipment
  • Electrical systems
  • Mechanical equipment (i.e. motors, starters, pumps, fans, etc.)
  • Plumbing and drains
  • Pneumatic and electronic systems and controls
  • Fire Alarm and Life Safety equipment
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as a team.
• Analytical skills in order to be able to assess and identify problems and then implement solutions.
• Represent the company in a courteous and well-groomed manner.
• Must be able to use and understand hand and power tools.
• Must have computer proficiency.
• Requires prior supervisory and/or management experience in a similar environment.

Benefits & Perks!
Along with being a Marcus Hotels & Resorts associate, you will receive amazing benefits!

• Free meal each shift
• Room discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts properties and Hilton properties
• Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts cafes, bars, restaurants and lounges - not to mention, great deals on golfing, skiing and spa
• Free parking
• “Two for one” movie theater coupons at Marcus Theatres
• Ability to grow your career, and transfer from one property to another while maintaining your service with the company
• Paid time off
• Annual wage increases
• Holiday, jury duty and bereavement pay
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, employee assistance program and additional retirement benefits
• Recognition programs

Hilton Milwaukee City Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.