Driven Chief Engineer offering 10+ years of supervising and executing direct preventive and corrective maintenance. In-depth knowledge of general repairs and new system installations combined with business-oriented perspective.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Chief Engineer
Sable Hotel (Curio Collection By Hilton)
02.2021 - Current
Completed frequent inspections, identified concerns and corrected problems independently.
Managed budgets effectively, prioritizing essential repairs and upgrades to optimize resources allocation.
Performed or participated in emergency drills as required.
Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
Maintenance Engineer
Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center
08.2018 - 11.2020
Utilized advanced technical skills to install, maintain and repair equipment which include, but are not limited to, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems
Responded to work orders and assure timely resolution of requests
Troubleshooted and performed repairs on all types of equipment (e.g., pump and motor replacement), plumbing (e.g., plunge toilets and unclog drains), electrical equipment including lamps, air conditioners, HVAC equipment, cosmetic items, extension cords, vacuum cleaners, internet devices, replace electrical switches and outlets, and program TV's
Trained and mentor other engineers as necessary
Followed all company and safety and security policies and procedures; reported any maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries; completed safety training and certifications; and properly store flammable materials.
Maintenance Engineer
Sheraton O'Hare Airport Hotel
10.2012 - 05.2017
Performed daily maintenance tasks and duties in the building including daily checkups to make sure everything is functioning properly, report any issues to the engineering staffing to start the fixing process
Maintained the major hotel mechanical systems, including electrical, HVAC, TV, satellite, elevators, plumbing, fire and safety systems
Trained new employees to effectively carry out their respective job duties
Performed room innovations as requested by engineering staffing in terms of painting, installing wallpaper, installing new dry walls, bathroom and floor tiles.
Chief Engineer
Wyndham Hotel Suites
05.2005 - 05.2010
Inspected and monitored the building, equipment and grounds to determine maintenance and preventative maintenance requirements
Prepared and submitted cost estimates and repair options including, suggestions as to feasibility, logical solution and actual needs of a departmental maintenance request
Developed work procedures and assigned staff to ensure the best service and productivity
Kept records of work accomplished, operating statistics, costs, utilities and preventative maintenance
Established standards and procedures for engineering staff.
Maintenance Supervisor
Wyndham Hotel Suites
01.2001 - 05.2005
Assigned daily work activities for a team of 5 maintenance personnel and scheduled assignments based on priorities and work conditions
Arranged training for maintenance team in safety, repair, and maintenance
Ordered materials needed to repair or replace damaged or broken fixtures appliances, doors, windows
Seeks out cost reduction methods, which do not negatively impact guest's perceptions of the hotel
Supervised engineering staff in the maintenance and repair of plumbing, hotel rooms, A/C and heating, ice machine, swimming pool, lighting, kitchen equipment, refrigeration, laundry, emergency generators, switch rooms, etc
Ensured all fire and safety inspections completed and any discrepancies corrected.
Education
High School
Iraq
Skills
HVAC Training of Engineering Team
Carpentry
Repair Electrical systems
Repair Mechanical Systems
Repair Plumbing systems
Project/Time Management
Inspection
Renovation
Metal Cutting and Shaping
Equipment testing
Building Maintenance
Equipment maintenance and repair
Timeline
Assistant Chief Engineer
Sable Hotel (Curio Collection By Hilton)
02.2021 - Current
Maintenance Engineer
Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center
08.2018 - 11.2020
Maintenance Engineer
Sheraton O'Hare Airport Hotel
10.2012 - 05.2017
Chief Engineer
Wyndham Hotel Suites
05.2005 - 05.2010
Maintenance Supervisor
Wyndham Hotel Suites
01.2001 - 05.2005
High School
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