Why Work at HALL Arts Hotel?
At HALL Arts Hotel, we celebrate art, culture, and luxury in the heart of Dallas’ Arts District. Featuring sophisticated design, curated art collections, and refined accommodations, our hotel is a sanctuary for creativity and hospitality excellence. Curatorsat HALL Arts thrive in a high-end, inspiring environment, where exceptional service and artistic expression go hand in hand.
The Assistant Director of Engineering plays a vital leadership role in supporting the Director of Engineering in the daily operations of the Engineering Department. This position is responsible for supervising engineering staff, managing maintenance systems, and ensuring the overall safety, functionality, and comfort of the hotel. The Assistant Director of Engineering also leads the implementation and oversight of the work order management system, ensuring departmental compliance with brand standards and operational excellence.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to expertly paint, patch and repair walls and fixtures
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment
• Ability to communicate and cooperate positively with peers and supervisor.
• Ability to keep accurate accounts of all parts and equipment orders.
• Strong project management skills/ability to create processes/keep deadlines.
• Ability to read and translate blueprints, electrical diagrams, and schedules.
• Knowledge of codes and specifications. Ability to research and learn regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of general work safety practices.
• Knowledge in operation of power tools and maintenance equipment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to remain mobile, walk and stand during entire shift. Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather as the business dictates.
• Able to use a computer and sit for extended periods of time.
• Continually reaches, bends, lifts, carries, stoops, and wipes during entire shift.
• Able to work a varied schedule including holidays, weekends, and nights as the Business dictates.

• Facilitates the daily maintenance operation. Conducts regular walk-throughs and visually assesses the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure of the hotel, restaurant and all banquet/private dining spaces including all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems and any other related equipment.
• Monitors property throughout the year through detailed property walks/checklists to ensure budgeted and emergency capital needs are met.
• Informs on a regular basis regarding the specific and overall condition of the building structures, related systems and equipment, offering prudent, cost effective proposals for maintaining these systems or improving safety.
• Develops and oversees the preventative maintenance process and manages the repair work order process. Ensures all work orders are processed in an efficient, priority-oriented manner.
• Implements and manages procedures and practices that ensure quality assurance for work performed by Company maintenance teams, as well as outside vendors.
• Serves as a Project Manager of all major projects, including routine maintenance, repairs, replacements, renovations, and capital improvement projects. Ensures all projects are completed on time and according to specifications. Reports on progress on a regular basis to Senior Leadership of the Company.
• Ensures that there is an adequate inventory of parts, supplies, tools, and materials available through effective ordering. Orders supplies in accordance with prepared budget.
• Advises of new developments which may affect profit, schedule, costs, customer relations, and/or inter-departmental relations
• Maintains a working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner. Be aware of hazardous areas. Works to ensure the safety of our guests and associates. Strictly enforces safety procedures.
• Assists with bidding out projects to multiple vendors and getting competitive quotes.
• Provides training to property leadership in all areas related to engineering.
• Manages maintenance staff while maintaining the integrity of facilities and systems.
• Manages hourly maintenance team to include hiring, scheduling, payroll, performance reviews, etc.
• Additional duties on request by the Director of Engineering and Director of Operations. On occasion, may be asked to perform functions of a higher or lower skill.