CHIEF ENGINEER

TEXAS WESTERN MANAGEMENT PARTNERS; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

TRU by Hilton in Austin, TX is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee facility operations, safety programs, and a team of staff. You will coordinate preventive maintenance, manage vendors, and ensure high standards of safety and service across hotel systems.

The role requires strong leadership, hands-on maintenance experience in hotel environments, and the ability to train staff and manage work orders efficiently. On-site position with a focus on reliability and guest safety.

Qualifications

• 2 years: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Two years of college or vocational training in electrical or mechanical engineering or plumbing plus six years of work experience in facilities maintenance, plant operations or engineering services for a hotel or hotels.
• Proven ability to supervise, train and evaluate maintenance staff and coordinate with vendors.

Responsibilities

• Communicates effectively with co-workers and supervisor.
• Ensures all fire and safety inspections are completed and any discrepancies are corrected.
• Administers the preventative maintenance program and completes work orders on time.
• Supervises and assists engineering staff in maintaining and repairing fire and life safety systems, room equipment, HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems.
• Meets with vendors to discuss scope, products and materials used in repair activities.
• Obtains pricing and bids or develops cost estimates as directed.
• Monitors tool inventories and places orders with approved vendors as needed.
• Maintains working spaces in safe and clean condition.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Preventive maintenance

Vendor management

Safety compliance

Facility operations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or vocational training in electrical/mechanical/plumbing

Tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: TRU by Hilton- Austin TX - Austin, TX 78705

Effectively and professionally communicates with co-workers and supervisor.

Follows company policies and procedures.

Ensures all fire and safety inspections are completed and any discrepancies are corrected.

Responsible for the safety of the department and building.

Administers the preventative maintenance program as required, properly completing work orders on time.

Completes training regarding safety, security, department procedures and service guidelines. Conducts training of co-workers and subordinates as required.

Provides a professional image at all times through appearance and dress.

Meets with vendors and suppliers to discuss scope of, and products and materials used in, repair activities.

Obtains pricing and bids, or develops cost estimates as directed.

Supervises and assists engineering staff in maintaining and repairing fire and life safety systems, room equipment, HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems, kitchen appliances, refrigeration equipment, pool equipment, lighting, laundry equipment and other systems/equipment as directed.

Manages or assists in hiring, firing, training, assisting with career development and performance evaluations for maintenance staff.

Performs skilled repair and maintenance operations using power tools, hand tools, welding equipment, etc.

Monitors tool inventories.

Monitors supplies, places orders with approved vendors as needed.

Maintains working spaces in safe and clean condition.

Note: Other duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Qualifications

Experience

Required

2 years: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Two years of college or vocational training in electrical or mechanical engineering or plumbing plus six years of work experience in facilities maintenance, plant operations or engineering services for a hotel or hotels.

Qualifications