Chief Engineer

Hyatt

• $80K — $95K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-3 years of engineering management experience, ideally in a luxury hotel setting.
  • High school diploma required; technical degree or bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and electrical systems essential.
  • Experience with hotel building systems and techniques like soldering and brazing preferred.
  • Universal Refrigeration Certification and CPO certification are advantageous.
  • Demonstrated leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills necessary.
  • Capacity to train and mentor engineering team members effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the hotel's interior, exterior, and building systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
  • Lead the Engineering team in daily operations and maintenance tasks, including urgent situations.
  • Manage preventive maintenance schedules and documentation for all hotel systems.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, fire, environmental, and local safety regulations.
  • Support capital projects and plan for equipment replacements as needed.
  • Respond promptly to emergencies and coordinate with other hotel departments to preserve safety and service quality.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to manage diverse building systems in a luxury hotel environment.
  • Engagement in preventive maintenance and safety compliance, enhancing operational integrity.
  • Leadership role with a focus on team development and mentorship.
  • Possibility of contributing to significant capital projects, affecting long-term hotel infrastructure.
  • Dynamic work environment with varied indoor and outdoor conditions.
Full Job Description
Summary:
The Chief Engineer oversees the hotel's interior, exterior, and building systems, including HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and electrical. This role leads the Engineering team, manages daily operations, and directs routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable hotel operations.

The Chief Engineer also manages preventive maintenance records. This position assists with compliance with OSHA, fire, environmental, and local safety regulations; supports capital projects and equipment replacement planning; and responds to emergencies as needed.

Qualifications:
  • 2-3 years of engineering management experience, preferably in a luxury hotel
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or bachelor's degree preferred
  • Knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical systems
  • Experience with hotel building systems, soldering, and brazing preferred
  • Universal Refrigeration Certification and CPO certification preferred
  • Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to train and mentor team members
  • Proficiency with mechanical equipment, maintenance tools, and work-order systems
  • Fluent English communication skills; bilingual abilities are a plus
  • Ability to work on-call, respond to emergencies, and coordinate with hotel departments
  • Ability to lift, climb, stand, walk, and work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions

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