Hotel Chief Engineer

Commonwealth Hotels•Greensboro, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Doubletree by Hilton Greensboro Airport in Greensboro, North Carolina is seeking a hotel maintenance or hotel engineer to help maintain the hotel's equipment, systems, infrastructure, and facilities. The role oversees routine maintenance and emergency repairs, performs or supervises preventive maintenance, and helps ensure guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces meet property and brand standards. The position also supports safety and regulatory compliance through inspections and recordkeeping, manages energy use and efficiency initiatives, and collaborates with housekeeping, front desk, and food and beverage teams to address maintenance needs promptly and support guest satisfaction. Applicants must be flexible to work weekends and holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
In-depth knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems, as well as elevators and fire safety equipment.
Ability to develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules.
Ability to diagnose and repair issues across a variety of hotel systems.
Flexibility to work weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

HVAC Technician certification, an electrician license, or OSHA safety training.
Understanding of energy-efficient practices and systems to reduce costs and improve sustainability.
Awareness of how maintenance activities can affect guests and how to minimize disruptions.

Responsibilities

Oversee routine maintenance and emergency repairs for hotel equipment, systems, and infrastructure, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, and elevators.
Perform or supervise preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
Ensure guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces are maintained in excellent condition.
Maintain compliance with brand standards for property upkeep and appearance.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, including fire safety and building codes.
Conduct regular safety inspections and maintain records of certifications and inspections.
Monitor and manage energy consumption to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Implement energy-saving initiatives and sustainable practices.
Collaborate with housekeeping, front desk, and food and beverage teams to address maintenance needs promptly and support guest satisfaction.
Minimize guest disruption when carrying out maintenance activities.