Fire Officer

• Assists in managing all engineering/maintenance operations, including maintaining the building, grounds, and physical plant, with particular attention to safety, security, and asset protection.
• Assists with managing the budget, capital expenditure projects, preventive maintenance, and energy conservation.
• Responsible for maintaining regulatory requirements.
• Assists with leading the emergency response team for all facility issues.

Candidate Profile:

• Education and Experience:
• High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in engineering and maintenance or a related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.
• OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or a related major; no experience required.

Core Work Activities:

• Assisting with the Management of Engineering Operations and Budgets:
• Assists with managing the physical plant, including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, and electrical systems.
• Assists with ensuring regulatory compliance with facility regulations and safety standards.
• Assists with managing and controlling heat, light, and power and recommends current best methods for energy conservation and economical facility operations.
• Assists with the development of specifications and requirements for service contracts and administers such contracts to support building needs.
• Distributes preventive maintenance and repair work orders and monitors timeliness and quality of completion.
• Assists with the oversight of the maintenance of grounds, guestrooms, public spaces, restaurants, property vehicles, and recreational facilities.
• Assists with the development of a long-term plan for preventative maintenance and asset protection and oversees the execution of the plan.
• Assists with the development of project plans in accordance with renovation or new construction needs.
• Coordinates with contractors for bids and construction to ensure timely completion of projects within budgetary guidelines.
• Builds positive relationships with external customers such as the city building/zoning department, fire prevention bureau, and vendors.
• Ensures fire crew has a complete understanding of all procedures, equipment, and alarms.
• Performs monthly property inspections to ensure buildings and grounds are maintained in excellent condition.
• Conducts guest room and common area inspections to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Inspects and evaluates the physical condition of facilities to determine the type of work required.
• Recommends or arranges for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment.
• Selects and orders or purchases new equipment, supplies, and furnishings.
• Manages parts and equipment inventory.
• Maintaining Property Standards:
• Ensures building and equipment licenses and certifications are current.
• Maintains property life safety systems (fire fighting equipment, sprinkler systems, and alarm systems).
• Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service:
• Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifying excellent customer service and creating a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
• Establishes guidelines so employees understand expectations and parameters.
• Reviews comment cards, guest satisfaction results, and other data to identify areas of improvement.
• Shares plans with property leadership and ensures corrective action is taken to continuously improve guest satisfaction.