Chief Engineer

Hyatt House Columbus OSU/Short North; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short/Long-term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Assistance

Discounted Room Rates

Career Advancement

Job summary

Concord Hospitality seeks a Chief Engineer to lead the hotel’s engineering team, ensuring safety, functionality, and quality of infrastructure and systems. This leadership role oversees maintenance operations, compliance, and team development in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

The Chief Engineer will drive preventive maintenance, energy conservation, and safety programs while aligning with brand standards and corporate expectations.

Qualifications

• Seasoned leader with experience in hotel maintenance/engineering management.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, life safety, fire protection, and HVAC operations.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and develop maintenance staff in hospitality.
• Effective communicator with strong organizational skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with OSHA and local safety codes.

Responsibilities

• Manage repairs and routine maintenance of hotel systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical).
• Oversee inventory, procurement, budgeting, safety compliance, inspections.
• Ensure safety standards for guests and secure work environment for associates.
• Hire, train, motivate, evaluate engineering staff; promote development.
• Maintain Concord Hospitality standards and protocols.
• Communicate property conditions and safety needs to General Manager and ownership.
• Lead safety programs, preventive maintenance, and energy conservation initiatives.
• Support Leadership Development Training and growth culture.

Skills

Hotel engineering leadership

Building systems knowledge

Life safety & fire protection

HVAC operations

Training & development

Communication & organization

Safety/compliance (OSHA)

Emergency response management

Job 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.

As a Concord Leader you will be responsible to:

• Inspire greatness in your team.
• Encourage and support team members to reach their full potential.
• Create a work environment that is a Great Place to Work for all.
• Lead with integrity, transparency, respect, and professionalism.
• Care for your team and their families.

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.

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
• Career advancement within our growing portfolio

Why Join Concord?

At Concord Hospitality, we invest deeply in our associates through training and development at all levels, from interns to executives. Our “Associate First” culture nurtures personal and professional growth within the workplace and beyond. We value work-life balance, diversity, and our commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and quality accommodations in every market we serve.

Concord Hospitality is built on five Cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and FUN! Our associates embody these values and proudly cheer our company motto heard across North America:

"We Are Concord!"

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly support diversity and inclusion through our mission to be a “Great Place to Work for All.”

Equal Opportunity Employer

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