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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