Assistant Chief Engineer

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Since opening in 1928, our legendary property has been the preferred address for celebrities, royalty and the international elite - and it's easy to see why. Located at the intersection of Wilshire Boulevard and Rodeo Drive, we put you in the enviable heart of Beverly Hills, with designer shopping, fine dining and postcard-worthy views at our doorstep.

Assistant Chief Engineer

Full Time

Beverly Wilshire a Four Seasons Hotel

The Beverly Wilshire a Four Seasons Hotel is looking for a Assistant Chief Engineer who shares a passion for excellence and who infuses enthusiasm into everything they do. This position has the opportunity to shape employee experience by providing exceptional knowledge and service in support of our world-renowned hotels. The Assistant Chief Engineer reports to the Chief Engineer. Work authorization for the location is required.

Join a Diverse and Talented Team

Located at the intersection of Wilshire and Rodeo, an international cast of personalities comes together amid urban buzz, Hollywood glamour and a sophisticated California vibe. Experience CUT, Wolfgang Puck's, and become part of a iconic hotel of the Four Seasons Portfolio. Work on a team that is built on mutual respect, collaboration, excellent service and passion for providing above and beyond guest experiences. Four Seasons provides employees with the same level of care that we expect to be shared with our guests. We have been ranked in FORTUNE Magazine's 100 Best Companies to work for since 1998.

The Role

The Assistant Chief Engineer works closely alongside the Chief Engineer, overseeing a team of Engineering and Maintenance specialists responsible for all engineering operations for interior/exterior facilities including plumbing, refrigeration, heating/cooling, painting, carpentry, structural, recycling, electrical, ground care and parking areas. Manages other engineering work necessary to maintain the property in an efficient condition to ensure the safety and comfort of guests and employees. Experience required by position is from five to seven years of employment in the related position with Four Seasons or other organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the hiring, training, supervising, scheduling, motivating, positively disciplining and planning of the activities of engineering department team members.

• The ability to assist in the employee performance reviews and process.

• Ensure that effective and concise preventive maintenance schedules are followed.

• Assist in planning and implementing procedures, systems and controls to ensure an efficient, timely and pro-active engineering department.

• Directly supervise personnel in carrying out work schedules as well as spot-checking to verify quality and employee performance.

• Maintain logs on movement of stock items and tools.

• Maintain par stocks and the distribution of items.

• Ensure timely and accurate sub meter, chemical treatment and engine room logs.

• Handle the purchasing of equipment replacement parts and repairs. This includes contacting vendors for best prices, writing purchase orders, receiving goods and completing projects.

• Ensure that work order/request system is properly executed and that items from the log book are followed up on when necessary.

• Assist in developing and updating comprehensive departmental policies, procedures and manuals.

• Ensure that all meter readings on heat, light and power are taken on a daily basis and reviewed for consumption

• Assist in compiling a monthly consumption report on heat, light and power to include electricity, gas, steam and water.

• The ability to set-up fire life safety and protection systems, valve locations and other emergency procedures that involves the department.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

We are looking for individuals who have solid project management skills, evidence a strong work/ethic, adaptability and flexibility and leadership skills. A minimum of five to seven years of technical experience or equivalent in a recognized trade/apprenticeship program or participation in a formal education program such as Professional degree in an Engineering discipline, trade degree in a specific technical field relating to Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) or CEOE - Certified Engineering Operations Executive from the Hotel and motel Hospitality Association, Building Owners Management Institution (BOMI) designation, Real Property Administrator (RPA), Facility Management Administrator (FMA) or Systems Maintenance Administrator (SMA).

What to Expect: You Will…

• Be part of a cohesive team with opportunities to build a successful career with global potential

• Have access to a robust benefit plan

• Have the opportunity to engage in diverse and challenging work

• Derive a sense of pride in work well done

• Be recognized for excellence

Salary: $45.68/hr

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

Learn more about what it is like to work at Four Seasons - visit us:

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We look forward to receiving your application

Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive, only candidates being considered for the above position will be contacted for an interview.

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf