Chief Engineer

CONCORD HOSPITALITY$75K — $95K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years in hotel engineering or maintenance leadership role
  • Strong understanding of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems
  • Experience in staff training and development
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Knowledge of safety and compliance regulations, including OSHA
  • Flexibility to respond to emergencies outside normal hours

Responsibilities

  • Manage repairs and routine maintenance for hotel systems
  • Oversee inventory, budgeting, and safety compliance
  • Ensure safety standards for guests and staff
  • Hire, train, and motivate engineering team
  • Maintain compliance with corporate and brand standards
  • Communicate property conditions and needs to management
  • Lead safety programs and preventive maintenance initiatives

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance with disability options
  • 401(k) program with company match
  • Tuition assistance
  • Discounted room rates at Concord-managed hotels
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Career advancement within growing portfolio
Full Job Description
Description
Concord Hospitality is seeking a skilled and proactive Chief Engineer to lead our property engineering team and ensure the safety, functionality, and quality of the hotel's infrastructure and systems. This is a key leadership role responsible for all maintenance operations, compliance, and team development in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Responsibilities:
  • Manage and perform repairs and routine maintenance of hotel systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical operations.
  • Oversee inventory, procurement, department budgeting, safety compliance, and annual inspections/certifications.
  • Ensure all hotel accommodations meet safety standards for guests and provide a secure working environment for associates.
  • Hire, train, motivate, and evaluate engineering staff; promote team development and continuous improvement.
  • Maintain full compliance with Concord Hospitality and brand-specific standards and protocols.
  • Communicate effectively with the General Manager, corporate leaders, and ownership regarding property conditions, needs, and safety concerns.
  • Lead safety programs, preventive maintenance schedules, and energy conservation initiatives.
  • Support the hotel's Leadership Development Training and actively contribute to a culture of growth and accountability.
Qualifications:
  • Prior experience in a hotel engineering or maintenance leadership role required.
  • Strong knowledge of building systems, life safety, fire protection, and HVAC operations.
  • Proven ability to lead, train, and develop maintenance staff in a hospitality setting.
  • Effective communicator with strong organizational and troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience with safety and compliance standards, including OSHA and local codes.
  • Ability to work flexible hours and manage emergency response situations.
Benefits

We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time associates, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and short/long-term disability options
  • 401(k) program with company match
  • Tuition assistance
  • Discounted room rates at Concord-managed hotels
  • Training & development opportunities
  • Career advancement within our growing portfolio
Qualifications
Maintenance experience required
Behaviors
  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group (Preferred)
  • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well (Required)
  • Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them (Preferred)
  • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity (Required)
Motivations
  • Preferred
    Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
  • Preferred
    Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
  • Required
    Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
  • Required
    Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Experience
  • Required
    Maintenance experience required

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