Chief Engineer

Chief Engineer

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Chief Engineer to oversee all aspects of hotel maintenance, engineering, and preventative maintenance for our full-service hotel. The Chief Engineer is responsible for maintaining the hotel’s physical assets, ensuring a safe environment for guests and associates, and leading the engineering team to provide exceptional service while maintaining brand standards.

Essential Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the Engineering Department.


• Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate engineering and maintenance team members.


• Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all guest rooms, public areas, mechanical equipment, and hotel systems.


• Ensure the safe and efficient operation of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, fire life safety, kitchen equipment, and building automation systems.


• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency situations.


• Coordinate repairs and projects with outside contractors and vendors.


• Monitor maintenance expenses and assist in managing the department budget.


• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local safety regulations, including OSHA requirements.


• Ensure compliance with brand standards and property maintenance requirements.


• Perform routine inspections of guest rooms, public spaces, meeting rooms, back-of-house areas, and building equipment.


• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, equipment logs, and preventative maintenance documentation.


• Participate in capital improvement planning and equipment replacement recommendations.


• Work closely with all hotel departments to ensure an exceptional guest experience.


• Participate in the manager-on-duty schedule as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of engineering or maintenance leadership experience in a hotel or comparable commercial facility.


• Prior supervisory experience required.


• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, mechanical systems, and general building maintenance.


• Experience with preventative maintenance programs and work order systems.


• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and building systems efficiently.


• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.


• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced hospitality environment.


• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call emergency situations.


• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or trade certifications preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds.


• Ability to work in mechanical rooms, rooftops, confined spaces, and varying weather conditions as needed.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, vision.


• Matching 401K.


• Marriott discount.


• Free parking.


• Free gym membership.

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