Chief Engineer (Hotel Maintenance)

Hersha Hospitality Management LP • Marina, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Engineer manages general and preventative maintenance functions to ensure guest service and sustainability standards are achieved and maintained throughout the hotel. The role includes leading and supporting associates, managing vendor bids and contracts, overseeing small projects and Property Improvement Plans, performing and supervising repairs, maintaining equipment and building systems, and ensuring compliance with applicable codes and safety standards. The Chief Engineer also maintains the building exterior and curb appeal in accordance with EarthView sustainability guidelines and works to increase guest satisfaction scores.

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.
• High school diploma and/or trade-school coursework in a related field is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma and/or trade-school coursework in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Interview, select, train, schedule, coach, and support associates to ensure 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 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 preventative-maintenance records for all rooms and equipment.
• Test and maintain life-safety systems to ensure they are fully operational.
• Coordinate service-contract compliance and ensure work meets local, state, and federal codes.
• Maintain the building exterior and curb appeal while following EarthView sustainability guidelines.
• Practice safe work habits in accordance with MSDS and OSHA standards and 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED