Job Description
Our Story
The Standard is anything but standard. Since 1999, we've redefined hospitality by blending bold design, immersive experiences, and local culture. Rising above the High Line in NYC’s Meatpacking District, The Standard, High Line features 338 rooms with floor-to-ceiling views, a vibrant beer garden, the legendary Top of The Standard, Le Bain rooftop discothèque, and The Standard Grill—an NYC dining staple.
Mission
We create memorable experiences by fostering a diverse and inclusive community of team members, collaborators, and guests who call The Standard home.
Position: Director of Engineering
Salary: $150K – $200K / Year
- Financial Oversight: Develop and manage department budgets, analyze costs, and participate in monthly P&L meetings.
- Leadership & Communication: Serve on the Executive Committee, collaborate with senior leaders, and oversee Engineering staff recruitment, training, and performance.
- Facilities & Maintenance: Ensure the hotel’s building systems, equipment, and infrastructure are well-maintained, implementing preventative maintenance programs.
- Guest Service Support: Address and resolve room maintenance requests efficiently to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Safety & Compliance: Enforce OSHA regulations, ADA compliance, and company safety standards.
- Vendor & Inventory Management: Oversee procurement, vendor contracts, and inventory of parts and supplies.
- Technical Operations: Manage HVAC, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, and mechanical systems. Oversee repairs, carpentry, and locksmith tasks.
- Property Inspections: Conduct routine walk-throughs, ensuring all systems operate efficiently.
- Special Projects: Assist with renovations and other capital improvement initiatives.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- At least 5 years of training as an Engineer.
- At least 3 years of facilities management in a resort experience or multi unit/outlet experience.
- Working knowledge of local and national plumbing codes, local and national electrical codes, local and national /local fire codes, local mechanical codes, local and national water treatment programs and blueprints, and plumbing and wiring schematics.
- Power and hand tools, meters, etc. as it relates to the technical trades
- Knowledge of all mechanical equipment critical to the operation of the building.
- Strong verbal and written communication in English.
- Provide legible communication and directions.
- Compute basic to advanced mathematical calculations (heating and cooling loads, power calls, etc.).
- Ability to develop and maintain positive and working relationships with the Executive Committee, employees, and other departments.
- Ability to work independently and to partner with others to promote an environment of teamwork.
- Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity and civil rights, occupational safety and health, and wage and hour issues.
Essential:
- Physical Abilities: Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing 50 pounds or less without assistance. Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability, and visual acuity. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period or an entire work shift. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Requires manual ability to use, carry, and operate all necessary equipment.
- Understanding: Ability to read, comprehend and carry out instructions according to established procedures.
- Comprehension: Fluent in the English language
- Organizational Skills: Work efficiently, utilize multi-tasking, prioritize tasks
- Hygiene and Sanitation: Adherence to uniform, grooming, and personal hygiene standards and expectations per SOP.
- Punctuality: Adherence to posted schedule and arrival time and attendance at mandatory meetings when scheduled
- Responsibility: Personal comportment in line with Standard, New York policies, standards, and expectations
Compensation and Benefits
- Pay Rate $ 150K-200k / Year
- Excellent and Affordable Health care coverage.
- Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Pet Insurance.
- 401k with Company match.
- 160 hours of PTO / year and Company recognized holidays.
- Employee Discounts on Rooms, F&B, Retail, and The Standard Marketplace.
- Employee Meals, Employee Referral Program, Commuter Discounts.
- Regular fun staff events and celebrations!!!
Job Tags
Holiday work, Local area, Shift work,