PM Assistant Chief Engineer

DRIFTWOOD HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT•Cocoa Beach, FL

About The Position

The PM Assistant Chief Engineer assists the Chief Engineer in overseeing the hotel's daily engineering operations, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and building systems, with a primary focus on afternoon and evening operations. The position coordinates maintenance activities, responds to operational needs, ensures timely completion and documentation of work orders, and helps maintain the condition, safety, and functionality of guest rooms, public areas, equipment, grounds, and facilities. The role provides direction and technical support to Engineering associates, assists with preventive maintenance and inspections, responds to maintenance emergencies, and supports compliance with safety procedures, company policies, and hotel standards. It also coordinates with other hotel departments and communicates shift updates and outstanding maintenance issues to the Chief Engineer and hotel leadership. The hotel operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so operational demands may affect shift days, start times, and hours worked. A flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, may be required. The position requires physical work across the property and in varying indoor and outdoor conditions. Duties may involve climbing ladders and working at heights up to 30 feet, and moving equipment or materials weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance or lifting equipment when necessary.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of hotel maintenance operations, including electrical, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, drywall, and general building repairs.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair hotel equipment and building systems.
Previous experience in hotel Engineering or facilities maintenance.
Ability to assist with coordinating daily maintenance operations, assigning work, and ensuring timely completion of maintenance requests.
Ability to provide leadership, guidance, and technical support to Engineering associates.
Understanding of preventive maintenance programs, equipment inspections, and maintenance documentation.
Ability to independently assess maintenance concerns, prioritize repairs, and make sound decisions during PM operations.
Knowledge of building safety procedures, emergency response protocols, and applicable maintenance regulations.
Ability to recognize safety hazards, security concerns, and equipment failures and take appropriate corrective action.
Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and materials commonly used in hotel maintenance.
Ability to communicate maintenance concerns, operational updates, and outstanding work orders to the Chief Engineer and hotel leadership.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple requests in a fast-paced hotel environment.
Ability to coordinate effectively with other hotel departments to minimize operational disruptions.
Ability to interact professionally with guests and associates, demonstrating patience, tact, diplomacy, and commitment to guest service.
Ability to remain calm, flexible, and solution-oriented during emergencies, equipment failures, and time-sensitive concerns.
Working knowledge of the hotel's physical layout, including guest rooms, meeting spaces, public areas, mechanical rooms, and back-of-house facilities.
Ability to follow hotel policies and procedures, including grooming, safety, security, key control, and emergency protocols.
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively in English as required for essential responsibilities.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on hotel operational needs.
Ability to stand, walk, and perform essential job functions for extended periods.
Ability to work in hot, cold, humid, and wet environments, indoors and outdoors.
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, twist, reach, and climb frequently.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders safely, including working at heights up to 30 feet when required.
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and move equipment, tools, and materials weighing up to 100 pounds, with assistance or lifting equipment when necessary.
Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate tools and maintenance equipment safely.
Visual and hearing abilities sufficient to inspect equipment, identify maintenance concerns, and recognize emergencies, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to walk significant distances throughout the property and perform physically demanding maintenance activities while following safety procedures and using required PPE.
Ability to respond promptly to urgent maintenance needs and emergencies throughout the property.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory or leadership experience.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Additional technical training, trade certifications, or equivalent experience in Engineering or facilities maintenance.

Responsibilities

Assist the Chief Engineer in overseeing daily Engineering Department operations, with primary responsibility for PM-shift maintenance activities.
Provide direction, guidance, and support to Engineering associates and help ensure assigned tasks and maintenance requests are completed efficiently and according to hotel standards.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other building systems and equipment.
Perform and help coordinate scheduled preventive maintenance, including guest room maintenance, equipment inspections, and routine building upkeep.
Monitor and respond to maintenance requests from guest rooms, public areas, and hotel departments, prioritizing urgent issues.
Complete and document maintenance work orders, preventive maintenance assignments, and equipment service records.
Assist in maintaining the swimming pool and related equipment, water chemistry, filtration systems, and maintenance logs, as applicable.
Inspect and maintain the appearance and condition of the property, including exteriors, grounds, public spaces, and back-of-house areas.
Respond to after-hours maintenance emergencies, equipment failures, and operational concerns, coordinating with hotel leadership and the Chief Engineer as needed.
Communicate outstanding maintenance issues, equipment concerns, and shift updates to the Chief Engineer and appropriate hotel management.
Monitor equipment performance, identify potential concerns, and recommend corrective actions to prevent service interruptions.
Support compliance with applicable safety regulations, company policies, and hotel operating standards; ensure associates follow safety and security procedures, including proper PPE use.
Maintain knowledge of fire prevention procedures, emergency response protocols, and building safety systems.
Identify and promptly report unsafe conditions, accidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage, and equipment failures to appropriate management.
Coordinate with Front Office, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, and other departments to address maintenance needs and support hotel operations.
Help maintain appropriate inventory levels of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment, and communicate replenishment needs to the Chief Engineer.
Maintain a neat, clean, professional, and well-groomed appearance in accordance with company standards.
Assist other Engineering personnel with maintenance assignments and special projects as operational needs require.
Perform additional related duties as assigned by the Chief Engineer or hotel management.