Chief Engineer $80K: Hilton Garden Inn BWI

Remington Hospitality • Linthicum, MD

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About The Position

The Chief Engineer ensures the hotel is in good working order and meets operational standards for the Engineering Department. The role assesses the maintenance and operation of the hotel structure, systems, and equipment, and oversees the Rooms and Public Area Preventive Maintenance Program, keeping records consistently updated. The Chief Engineer works with the hotel management team and property General Manager; hires, trains, supervises, coaches, and counsels associates, including managers; and maintains the grounds to provide a good arrival experience. The role implements hotel safety and emergency policies and procedures, including evacuations and first aid, removes safety hazards, follows the company's OSHA Hazcom program, and uses safe lifting techniques.

The position requires prior hotel engineering experience across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, commercial kitchen, and general building construction. The candidate must be able to read drawings, diagrams, and blueprints and understand test equipment and measuring devices. Work takes place in a standard office environment and may involve standing, walking, bending, reaching, carrying items, and lifting or moving 10–25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Requirements

• Previous hotel engineering experience, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, commercial kitchen, and general building construction.
• Vocational training, an associate's degree, certification, and/or apprenticeship in one or more relevant areas; state certification or licensure where required.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, diagrams, and blueprints.
• Ability to read and understand test equipment and measuring devices.
• Strong verbal and written business communication skills.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work in a standard office environment and perform the stated physical functions, including lifting and/or moving 10–25 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the hotel is in good working order and meets Engineering Department operational standards.
• Conduct walkthroughs and assess maintenance and operation of the hotel structure, systems, and equipment.
• Manage the Rooms and Public Area Preventive Maintenance Program and keep records updated.
• Work with the hotel management team and property General Manager.
• Hire, train, supervise, coach, and counsel associates, including managers.
• Ensure the grounds are maintained to provide a good arrival experience.
• Implement hotel safety and emergency policies and procedures, including evacuations and first aid.
• Remove safety hazards, follow the company's OSHA Hazcom program, and use safe lifting techniques.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed