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Director of Property Operations / Engineering

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Embassy Suites Los Angeles - Downey
Downey, CA
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Oversees the upkeep, rehabilitation, and maintenance of the entire hotel facility, including the physical building structure, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC ystems, and related equipment in accordanc with energy conservation and preventative maintenance programs. 

What will I be doing?

As a Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing the upkeep, rehabilitation, and maintenance of the entire hotel facility, including the physical building structure, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems, and related equipment in accordance with energy conservation and preventative maintenance programs. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

  • Conducts walk-throughs to visually and physically assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure of the hotel, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems, and any other related equipment. 
  • Assigns and verifies completion of all routine maintenance on public spaces, meeting rooms, ballrooms, outlets, back of the house space and grounds. Assigns and verifies completion of all repairs, replacement, renovation projects to public and back of the house areas.
  • Hires, trains, supervises, allocates personnel, communicates departmental/individual job goals and criteria's of job performance, appraises, and if necessary disciplines department staff and all other staff under the direction of Property Operations, such as Panders, Carpenters Plumbers, Upholsterers ad Grounds Keepers, etc. 
  • Informs General Manager and hotel department heads, on a regular basis, regarding the specific and overall condition of the building structure(s), related systems and equipment offering prudent and cost-effective proposals for maintaining the same. Accesses and inputs information into a computer and generates reports. 
  • Adheres to all Corporate required budgets, purchasing policies and controls, to include all outside contractor bids, and schedules. 
  • Maintains and documents effective Energy Management and Preventive Maintenance programs. 

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What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

  • Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
  • Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
  • Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
  • Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
  • Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
  • Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

  • Quality
  • Productivity
  • Dependability
  • Customer Focus
  • Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

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Embassy Suites Los Angeles - Downey

8425 Firestone Blvd.
Downey, CA 90241-3843

(562) 861-1900

219 Room All Suite

embassysuites3.hilton.com

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At A Glance

Welcome to the Embassy Suites Los Angeles – Downey hotel, a newly renovated all-suite hotel providing a central location in Los Angeles County. Adjacent to the Downey Civic Center and only 14 miles from Long Beach Airport (LGB) and downtown Los Angeles, CA attractions, this stylish hotel in Downey, CA completed a multi-million dollar renovation of its public areas in February 2015 and features a newly redesign lobby, eight-story atrium, restaurant, and fitness center. This all-suite hotel features 219 spacious two-room suites, each designed with a private bedroom, separate living room, and plenty of room for family or work.

Host an elegant wedding, special event or business meeting in one of our beautifully decorated function rooms offering 6,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting and banquet space. Conduct business in the 24-hour BusinessLink™ business center and have complimentary internet access. Relax at the heated indoor pool and whirlpool, or rejuvenate in our well-equipped fitness center.

After an exciting day of discovering Los Angeles, unwind at our tropical and inviting Brickstones Grill. Enjoy continental cuisine and a casual atmosphere. Begin each day at our Embassy Suites Los Angeles – Downey hotel with a free cooked-to-order breakfast, and enjoy our complimentary Evening Reception featuring a variety of beverages and snacks, and a warm and welcoming atmosphere.