Assistant Chief Engineer

Jobtailor; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Hotel Engineering and Maintenance Manager in Los Angeles, CA to oversee all engineering and maintenance operations across a full-service property. You will lead a team, manage budgets, coordinate with vendors, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and life-safety systems, and a proven track record in preventive maintenance and capital projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Hospitality Management, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years progressive experience in engineering or facilities management with supervisory experience.
• Experience in a full-service hotel or high-volume commercial property preferred.
• Proven track record managing building systems and preventive maintenance programs.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all engineering and maintenance operations across the property, including guestrooms, public areas, back-of-house spaces, kitchens, laundry, and grounds.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and record and distribute minutes.
• Develop, standardize, and maintain internal documentation, logs, and operational procedures.
• Utilize and administer the Computerized Maintenance Management System to track work orders, asset history, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Ensure the proper functioning of all building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and life-safety systems.
• Establish and manage preventive and routine maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
• Supervise and coordinate repairs, renovations, and capital improvement projects.
• Lead, train, and supervise engineering team members and manage shift operations.
• Prepare weekly schedules to ensure adequate coverage.
• Support employee development and conduct performance evaluations.
• Oversee third-party contractors and service vendors and ensure on-time, within-budget completion.
• Coordinate parts and supply procurement for maintenance and projects.
• Maintain up-to-date records of facility licenses, certifications, and permits and renewal tracking.
• Enforce safety procedures and OSHA compliance; manage PPE and maintenance supplies.
• Respond promptly to guest and internal requests and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Act as a key responder for emergencies on a 24/7 on-call basis.

Skills

Engineering Management

Preventive Maintenance Programs

Building Systems Management

OSHA Compliance

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Hospitality Management, or related field

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System

Microsoft Office Suite

Maintenance Management Software

Job description

• Direct and oversee all engineering and maintenance operations across the property, including guestrooms, public areas, back-of-house spaces, kitchens, laundry, and grounds.


• Manage departmental administrative functions, including typing, filing, reporting, communications, and recordkeeping.


• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and record and distribute minutes.


• Develop, standardize, and maintain internal documentation, logs, and operational procedures.


• Utilize and administer the Computerized Maintenance Management System to track work orders, asset history, and preventive maintenance schedules.


• Ensure the proper functioning of all building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and life-safety systems.


• Establish and manage preventive and routine maintenance programs to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimize downtime.


• Conduct regular walk-through inspections to assess the safety, efficiency, and condition of the property and its systems.


• Verify timely completion of maintenance tasks and work orders across all areas of the hotel.


• Supervise and coordinate repairs, renovations, and capital improvement projects.


• Lead, train, and supervise engineering team members, including assigning daily work orders and managing shift operations.


• Prepare weekly schedules to ensure adequate coverage aligned with business demands.


• Participate in recruitment efforts, including interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and training new team members.


• Support employee development and conduct performance evaluations, providing ongoing coaching and feedback.


• Oversee third-party contractors and service vendors, ensuring work is completed to standard, on time, and within budget.


• Manage bidding processes, contracts, and service agreements in accordance with corporate purchasing policies.


• Coordinate parts and supply procurement, ensuring timely availability of materials for maintenance and projects.


• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA standards and safety protocols.


• Maintain up-to-date records of all facility licenses, certifications, and permits, including renewal tracking.


• Enforce safety procedures for personnel, equipment, and property.


• Maintain inventory and proper usage of PPE, tools, and maintenance supplies.


• Respond promptly to guest and internal requests, ensuring a high level of service and timely resolution of issues.


• Address maintenance-related concerns and escalate when necessary to ensure guest satisfaction.


• Maintain a visible presence in the hotel to proactively identify and resolve issues.


• Serve as a key responder for emergency situations on a 24/7 on-call basis, coordinating resources and support as needed.


• Collaborate with hotel leadership to support overall operational goals, special projects, and departmental initiatives.


• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Hospitality Management, or a related field preferred.


• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in engineering or facilities management, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.


• Prior experience in a full-service hotel or high-volume commercial property strongly preferred.


• Proven track record managing building systems, preventive maintenance programs, and capital improvement projects.


• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and life-safety systems.


• Excellent organizational and time management skills.


• Effective communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with guests, team members, and vendors.


• Solid problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.


• Working knowledge of safety standards, OSHA regulations, and risk management practices.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and maintenance management software systems.


• Ability to respond calmly and effectively in emergency situations, including after-hours availability.


• Detail-oriented with strong recordkeeping and documentation skills.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing engineering and maintenance operations, including building systems and preventive maintenance programs, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations. Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and maintain high levels of service and guest satisfaction.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Engineering Management


• Preventive Maintenance Programs


• Building Systems Management


• OSHA Compliance


• Team Leadership

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Mechanical Systems


• Electrical Systems


• Plumbing Systems


• HVAC Systems


• Life-Safety Systems


• Project Management


• Recordkeeping


• Documentation


• Problem-Solving


• Decision-Making

Soft Skills

• Organizational Skills


• Time Management


• Effective Communication


• Proactive Mindset


• Detail-Oriented

Industry Keywords

• Facilities Management


• Hospitality Management


• Safety Standards


• Risk Management


• High-Volume Commercial Property

Tools & Technologies

• Computerized Maintenance Management System


• Microsoft Office Suite


• Maintenance Management Software