Canoe Place Inn & Cottages Hiring for Hotel Chief Engineer at Hamptons Bays, New York Full Time

CANOE PLACE INN & COTTAGES:

New York’s iconic “first stop out East,” Canoe Place in Hampton Bays is a beautifully restored boutique hotel opening this summer. The refreshed destination is home to an inn and cottages, restaurants and bars, a full-service spa and inspiring historic event spaces with countless job opportunities.

Canoe Place Inn & Cottages is part of the Main Street Hospitality collection of boutique hotels and restaurants. Built on three generations of hospitality leadership, we are deeply committed to genuine experiences for our guests and business partners. Our hotels are destinations, each with their own voice.

For more information please visit: Hotel Management Company New England | Hospitality Management MA

CHIEF ENGINEER:

The Chief Engineer manages all engineering/maintenance operations, including maintaining two buildings, grounds and physical plant with particular attention towards safety, security and asset protection. They will be accountable for managing the budget, capital expenditure projects, preventative maintenance and energy conservation. Responsible for all maintenance, repairs and engineering personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversees the Canoe Place Inn and Cottages and the Boathouses at Canoe Place Inn, which include 18 bright and airy two- and three-bedroom residences in 2022 followed by an additional 19 residences set to launch in 2023.
• Manages the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical and life safety systems.
• Maintains and operates equipment at optimum effectiveness, efficiency and safety.
• Establishes and manages an effective preventive maintenance program.
• Ensures compliance with all Engineering departmental policies, standards and procedures.
• Manages the department’s expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.
• Select and order or purchase new equipment, supplies, and furnishings.
• Inspect and evaluate the physical condition of facilities in order to determine the type of work required.
• Recommend or arrange for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment.
• Supervises the day-to-day operations of Engineering employees by providing direction and guidance, ensuring quality standards are achieved.
• Working knowledge and experience with swimming pool maintenance.
• Proficient with safety protocols with state and federal code understanding.  

REQUIREMENTS:

• Four-year college degree preferred
• Previous hotel engineering experience preferred
• Scheduling flexibility (this position is on call 24 hours a day). Must be willing to work extended hours to ensure the smooth operation of the Engineering department.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal.
• Strong financial knowledge and computer skills required.
• Professional Certification and license if required by law.
• Project management skills
• Valid driver’s license from appropriate state and MVR in good standing.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Warm and engaging personality with good communication and interpersonal skills, especially verbal, with management, co-workers, guests, and other parties
• Very self-confident and mature; able to manage systems, employees, and demanding guests
• Extremely self-sufficient with good analytical, administrative, and problem-solving skills
• Good discretion and independent judgement in evaluating data and determining courses of action
• Ability to interpret, and implement management policies or operating practices
• Good self-discipline with an ability to complete tasks independently
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, issues, co-workers, and guests in stressful situations and take responsibility in a professional manner

BENEFITS:

Canoe Place Inn & Cottages offers a thoughtful package of benefits for eligible employees:

• Group insurance, including medical, dental and vision, in addition to company-paid life insurance
• Optional insurance plans include Short and Long-term disability, Accident and Critical Illness
• 401K retirement program with employer match
• You work hard and deserve time to unwind and relax. That’s why we offer paid time off including vacation days, personal days and holidays
• Hotel discounts throughout Main Street Hospitality’s hotel portfolio
• Career development, child reimbursement and more!

Canoe Place Inn & Cottages is equal opportunity employer. EOE M/F/D/V