Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager

We expect leaders to focus on creating amazing moments for guests and team members and dig deep to find ways to create success for their team.

Under the general guidance of the Director of Engineering, responsible for the direct supervision of the Engineering crew, adhering to budgetary constraints for purchasing, and maintaining equipment inventory. He / she is also responsible for the safe and profitable operation of the hotel.

Sonesta managers are charged with providing strategic vision, ensuring tactical execution, and actively managing their department to achieve the company's revenue and profitability goals and objectives.

The ideal candidate has a passion for building and motivating teams that achieve results. Sonesta managers are guest-focused (both internal and external) and achievement-oriented leaders.

Work Environment

Work is performed both inside and outside. Outside work can be performed in rain and warm temperatures. Work is also performed in both guest contact and non-guest contact areas.

Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate except in mechanical areas and when using certain equipment. Work involves using various tools, including tools that may be considered dangerous. Protective equipment and clothing will be required. Proper safety precautions specified by the tool manufacturer and / or OSHA must be followed.

Work may involve high voltage equipment and electric panels. Proper safety equipment includes but is not limited to the use of gloves that must be worn, at times for an extended period. All applicable OSHA and national and local electrical codes must be adhered to.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis
• Must be able to lift, push and / or pull up to 50 lbs. frequently
• Must be able to lift, push and / or pull up to 100 lbs. occasionally
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping
• Requires manual ability to use, carry, and operate all necessary equipment
• The worker is subject to hazards : includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals
• The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions : one or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin : fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation
• The worker is subject to oils : there is air and / or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids
• Machine operators : (without inspection), Mechanics, skilled trades people. Works with lathes, drill presses, power saws and mills where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach. Also, mechanics and skilled tradespeople and those who do work of a non repetitive in nature such as carpenters, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc
• Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space and to reach other locations of the hotel on a timely basis
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks occasionally

Expected Hours of Work

Education and Experience

Principle Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Include :

Qualifications and Skills

A candidate for this position must possess the following applicable knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to demonstrate and provide applicable examples to support his / her competency.