Chief Engineer - Fairfield Inn Cambridge

The Fairfield Inn Cambridge is looking for an experienced and driven Hotel Chief Engineer to join our team. This is an outstanding opportunity to apply your maintenance leadership expertise and commitment to excellence in guest service at a company that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. If you’re passionate about creating safe, functional, and welcoming environments and want to grow with a forward-thinking hospitality group, we’d love to meet you.  If you’re passionate about creating safe, functional, and welcoming environments and want to grow with a forward-thinking hospitality group, we’d love to meet you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily engineering operations in line with Colwen and brand standards


• Recruit, train, and manage the Engineering team


• Set and achieve departmental goals to support guest satisfaction and operational success


• Drive team engagement, motivation, and recognition efforts


• Maintain a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive work environment


• Manage ordering and inventory of department supplies and uniforms


• Ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet guest and operational needs


• Supervise, schedule, and evaluate engineering staff; provide coaching and development


• Troubleshoot and repair systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and hotel equipment


• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards (e.g., lockout/tagout procedures, MSDS)


• Lead the property’s preventive maintenance program


• Prioritize and address maintenance issues and guest concerns promptly


• Conduct routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and improvements


• Assist with budgeting and capital project planning; review vendor bids and proposals


• Ensure proper documentation (e.g., vendor agreements, Certificates of Insurance)


• Coordinate with local officials for code compliance and property inspections


• Maintain property exterior where not contracted (e.g., snow removal, landscaping)


• Complete maintenance logs and documentation


• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in hotel engineering management


• Proven leadership and team-building abilities


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment, refrigeration, fire/life safety systems


• Reliable, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment


• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer applications


• Willingness to work a rotating schedule, including weekends and holidays

We’ve got you covered: Benefits & Perks

• Medical Insurance with Company-Funded HRA


• Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Wide-Array of Supplemental Insurance Offerings


• Paid Time Off Programs


• Employee Assistance Program


• 401K Plan – Traditional & Roth Options with Employer Match


• Hotel Discount Travel Program for Associates & Family


• Exclusive Associate Discounts – Travel, Entertainment, & Retail


• Training and Development Programs


• Career Advancement Opportunities

Compensation:

Salary Range:  $65,000 - $70,000

Colwen Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. EEO M/F/D/V