Airport Engineer jobs in New York

Vista is the premier hospitality management company of the Americas. As owners and operators of hotels, Vista has carved a remarkable story of success. Vista encourages employee growth as a contributing factor to both the success of the individual as well as the success of the team. Vista owns and manages several properties throughout the Eastern United States and Canada.

Radisson JFK, one of Vista Property Management’s portfolios of hotels, is looking for an experienced Assistant Chief Engineer to support the hotel engineering operations. Radisson JFK offers a competitive compensation package and a working environment that’s all about hospitality! Take the next step in your career and join our team!

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Assistant Chief Engineer has the overall responsibility to supervise, administer and coordinate the Hotel’s mechanical services which include HVAC, steam, plumbing, and electrical. Assist the Chief Engineer in establishing, implementing, monitoring all energy conservation programs, monitoring maintenance personnel, and ensure the property is maintained properly.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES

• Review all open work tickets daily. Review report with Chief Engineer weekly
• Achieve optimal operating efficiency of building equipment
• Assist Chief Engineer in coordinating daily operations of the department
• Maintain a schedule of regular walk throughs of the facility and issue work orders as required
• Maintain inventories of material in a secure and organized environment
• Ensure repair and maintenance is completed in a timely fashion. Communicate regularly with department areas in respect to their areas of responsibility.
• Manage an HVAC preventative maintenance program
• Co-Chair monthly communications meetings
• Provide 24-hour emergency support
• Maximize opportunities to reduce cost through the use of information systems
• Perform all duties as assigned by management
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Oversee various renovation projects as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATIONAL – 2 year Associates Degree and/or Technical College/Certification

EXPERIENCE – Technical, Management, Customer Service

SKILLS – Technical, Strong interpersonal skills, written & oral communications, analytical skills, ability to perform well under pressure

WORK CONDITIONS:

• PHYSICAL DEMAND - Ability to lift heavy objects, full functionally for long periods of time. Ability to climb, works in a prone position, access equipment from floor to ceiling, use computer and hand tools.
• ANALYTICAL DEMANDS – Ability to figure out possible solutions to complex problems quickly
• AVAILABILITY- Ability to work flexible work schedule, which may include weekend and holiday hours.

Radisson JFK Airport, Jamaica, Queens is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Hotel Maintenance: 1 year (Required)
• Management: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person