Chief Engineer (Hotel Maintenance)
About The Position
The Chief Engineer at The Strider Hotel, a new luxury lifestyle hotel in Hilton’s Curio Collection, will help prepare the property for opening and establish engineering practices. The role leads the engineering and maintenance function to support safe, efficient, and reliable hotel operations while fostering accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The Chief Engineer leads and supports associates, oversees vendor and project work, performs and supervises repairs, maintains equipment and life safety systems, and ensures compliance with applicable codes and safety standards. The role also supports the hotel’s exterior and curb appeal in accordance with EarthView sustainability guidelines and works to increase guest satisfaction.
Requirements
- Previous supervisory engineering or maintenance experience, or equivalent training, is required.
- HVAC certification is required.
- Other certifications may be required based on local needs.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma and/or trade school coursework in a related field is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Interview, select, train, schedule, coach, and support associates so they perform in accordance with brand standards and HHM core values.
- Manage and coordinate bids, quotes, and contracts for third-party vendors.
- Oversee small projects and Property Improvement Plans (PIPs), and report on work progress.
- Perform and oversee repairs and maintenance tasks, including sheetrock repair, painting, furniture refinishing, and replacement of electrical and plumbing fixtures.
- Troubleshoot kitchen equipment and repair heating and cooling pumps.
- Install and program televisions.
- Maintain accurate preventive maintenance records for rooms and equipment.
- Test and maintain life safety systems to ensure they are fully operational.
- Coordinate compliance with service contracts and ensure work meets local, state, and federal codes.
- Maintain the building exterior and curb appeal while following EarthView sustainability guidelines.
- Follow safe work practices in accordance with MSDS and OSHA standards.
- Work to increase guest satisfaction scores.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) company match
- Free basic life insurance
- Travel discounts
- Commuter transit and commuter parking benefits
- Employee assistance and wellness program
- Educational and professional development
- Technology reimbursements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
