Assistant Chief Engineer: Hotel Systems & Maintenance

Stonebridge Companies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stonebridge Companies is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer for a New York hotel. You will supervise maintenance staff, oversee refrigeration, heating, plumbing, and energy-control systems, and ensure projects are completed on time while maintaining guest satisfaction.

You will collaborate with Housekeeping and Security, manage inventory and vendor contracts, and maintain preventative maintenance programs. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in hotel engineering or maintenance operations.
• Strong knowledge of systems, including refrigeration, heating, plumbing, and energy controls.
• Experience supervising maintenance staff and coordinating projects.
• Ability to manage inventory, monitor energy consumption, and ensure compliance with maintenance standards.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills for working with staff, management, and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and courteous guest service at all times.
• Supervise maintenance operations, including refrigeration, heating, plumbing, A/C units, emergency generators, lighting, and kitchen equipment.
• Monitor energy consumption (electric, gas, oil, water) and manage resources efficiently.
• Oversee inventory levels, place supply orders, and maintain accurate records of usage and purchases.
• Ensure that all contracted services meet hotel standards and expectations.
• Assist with staff scheduling, training, and supervision of maintenance associates.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of maintenance projects according to specifications.
• Work closely with Housekeeping and Security to coordinate activities and maintain key inventory.
• Maintain ongoing preventative maintenance programs for all hotel spaces and equipment.
• Cover departmental responsibilities in the absence of the Chief Engineer.
• Interact with city agencies to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workspaces and storage areas.

Skills

Maintenance supervision

Systems knowledge

Energy management

Staff coordination

Problem solving

Communication skills

Job description

Stonebridge Companies is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer for a New York hotel. You will supervise maintenance staff, oversee refrigeration, heating, plumbing, and energy-control systems, and ensure projects are completed on time while maintaining guest satisfaction.

You will collaborate with Housekeeping and Security, manage inventory and vendor contracts, and maintain preventative maintenance programs. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability required.