Chief Engineer

Tandem Hospitality Group•Lakewood, CO

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Origin Hotel Red Rocks is seeking a hands-on Chief Engineer to lead engineering efforts at their unique hotel, located near Red Rocks Amphitheatre. This is a leadership role focused on maintaining the property, supporting operations across various departments, and contributing to the guest experience. The hotel is a 124-room boutique lifestyle property with a full-service restaurant, event spaces, and an outdoor beer garden, operating in a market influenced by the Red Rocks Amphitheatre schedule. The role involves leading the preventative maintenance program, supporting capital improvement projects, and ensuring the overall condition and appearance of the hotel.

Requirements

2+ years of building maintenance, facilities, or engineering experience.
Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and general building systems.
Ability to perform general repairs, including carpentry, drywall, painting, and basic mechanical work.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and effectively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Hospitality or hotel engineering experience strongly preferred.
HVAC certification and/or EPA certification preferred.
Experience managing or executing preventative maintenance programs.
Experience coordinating vendors, contractors, and service providers.
Experience in a lifestyle, boutique, or high-occupancy hotel environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain the overall condition and appearance of the hotel, including guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house spaces, and exterior grounds.
Perform repairs and maintenance on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
Respond to maintenance requests and work orders in a timely and efficient manner.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues that impact guest comfort or hotel operations.
Oversee and execute the hotel's preventative maintenance program for guest rooms and building systems.
Conduct routine inspections to proactively identify maintenance needs and potential safety concerns.
Ensure preventative maintenance schedules are consistently followed and documented.
Maintain accurate logs and records for repairs, inspections, and equipment.
Track and manage maintenance supplies, tools, and operational inventory.
Support property leadership with capital improvements, renovations, and facility upgrades.
Assist in identifying opportunities to improve building efficiency, longevity, and guest experience.
Provide structure and accountability to maintenance operations, ensuring priorities align with business needs.
Coordinate with external vendors and service providers for specialized repairs, inspections, and compliance requirements.
Ensure work is completed to standard, on time, and within scope.
Assist in managing vendor relationships and service schedules.
Partner closely with Housekeeping and Front Office teams to ensure rooms are fully functional and guest-ready.
Support hotel leadership in maintaining a positive, safe, and efficient work environment.
Respond promptly to urgent or emergency maintenance issues impacting operations.
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal safety regulations and building codes.
Maintain adherence to life-safety systems, including fire, sprinkler, and alarm systems.
Promote safe working practices when handling tools, equipment, and materials.
Support inspections and ensure timely resolution of any deficiencies.
Other tasks as needed.