Chief Engineer

Hampton Inn Waldorf • Waldorf, MD

13d • Onsite

About The Position

As Chief Engineer, you are the strategic business leader of the hotel’s Engineering Department. Your mission is to maximize the hotel’s value and the owner’s return on investment by maintaining and protecting the asset’s long-term value. The Chief Engineer maintains the property’s physical condition, functionality, useful life, and life safety systems at an optimized cost. In this role, you will be responsible for the building, property maintenance and protection, grounds landscaping and maintenance, guest and associate satisfaction, and the financial performance of the department. You will lead the development and implementation of departmental strategies that align with the hotel’s brand standards and TLTsolutions’ organizational initiatives, ensuring operational excellence and exceptional guest experiences.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in building maintenance or trade-specific fields (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry) with relevant certifications (Certified Pool Operator, Fire and Safety, HVACR, OSHA, EPA, Certified Energy Manager).
• Proven experience managing an engineering team, with a focus on developing talent and ensuring consistent, high-quality work.
• Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting abilities, ensuring rapid response to maintenance issues and preventative problem-solving.
• Thorough knowledge of life safety regulations and the importance of maintaining up-to-date licenses, permits, and certifications to ensure compliance at all times.
• Attention to detail in maintaining records, managing tools, and ensuring a safe, clean, and well-organized workspace.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs., stand for extended periods, and handle tasks requiring physical effort and agility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the building, property maintenance, groundskeeping, and engineering functions.
• Establish and execute preventative maintenance programs for guest rooms, public areas, and all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems to maximize the value of the property.
• Train, supervise, and mentor engineers, technicians, and other staff, ensuring the team delivers consistently high-quality work.
• Collaborate closely with the Cleanliness and property leadership teams to implement strategies that ensure that “no guest checks into a dirty room with broken stuff”.
• Ensure that all life safety systems are properly installed, regularly inspected, and in full compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations to protect the well-being of our guests and associates.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of fire protection, emergency evacuation procedures, and other essential safety protocols.
• Serve as the on-call engineer for any emergent maintenance or engineering issues.
• Manage the renewal and compliance of all necessary licenses, permits, and certifications related to building operations, equipment, and life safety systems.
• Ensure that the hotel complies with all relevant regulations, preventing any lapses in operational legality.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage external vendors and contractors for any work that cannot be completed in-house.
• Review maintenance contracts for cost-effectiveness and alignment with company goals.
• Ensure all engineering practices comply with the latest insurance, local, state, and federal regulations.
• Work closely with the General Manager and ownership to manage budgets, control costs, and drive financial success, while maintaining the property’s optimal physical condition.
• Manage maintenance requests through technology platforms to ensure efficient operations.
• Conduct routine inspections of the property to identify hazards, equipment issues, and areas for improvement.
• Implement corrective actions immediately to ensure the property runs efficiently.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Discounted rates at partner hotel brands
• 1 week of paid time off for full-time employees
• Floating holiday for full-time employees if they work on any of our 8 core holidays
• 1.5x hourly rate for holiday pay for part-time employees

What This Job Offers

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