Chief Engineer

TPG Hotels and Resorts; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off, Vacation and Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Hotel Discounts

Job summary

TPG Hotels and Resorts is seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee maintenance operations across hotel systems, ensuring safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. You will lead a team, manage the preventive maintenance program, and coordinate renovations with external partners.

Strong knowledge of building systems, codes, and budgeting is essential. The role requires extensive experience in hospitality maintenance, with the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a similar hospitality maintenance role.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, codes, and regulations.
• Budgeting and cost-control expertise.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute a preventive maintenance program for hotel systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and structural elements.
• Lead, train, and supervise the maintenance team and assign tasks.
• Develop and manage the maintenance department budget; negotiate with vendors to control costs.
• Ensure safety codes, regulations, and industry standards are met; oversee inspections and audits.
• Coordinate renovations with architects, contractors, and suppliers to meet timelines and budgets.
• Maintain accurate records ofmaintenance activities, inspections, manuals, and warranties; generate expense reports.
• Promptly address maintenance issues reported by guests to ensure high guest satisfaction.

Skills

Engineering degree

Facilities management

Hospitality experience

Building systems knowledge

Budgeting

Flexible hours

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Facilities Management

Job description

Job Overview

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall maintenance and efficient operation of all building systems in a hotel including its mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. This role ensures that the hotel's facilities are in good working condition, safe for guests and staff, and compliant with local regulations. This includes managing a team of maintenance personnel, overseeing repairs and renovations, and ensuring that the property is compliant with all safety and regulatory standards.

What You'll Be Doing

• Maintenance Management:
  • Plan and execute a preventive maintenance program for all hotel systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and structural elements.
  • Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance needs and prioritize repairs.
  • Ensure that maintenance tasks are completed promptly and efficiently.
• Team Leadership:
  • Recruit, train, and supervise a team of maintenance staff.
  • Assign tasks and responsibilities to maintenance personnel.
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to team members.
• Budget Management:
  • Help in the development of and manage the maintenance department's budget.
  • Control costs by optimizing maintenance processes and negotiating contracts with vendors.
• Safety and Compliance:
  • Ensure that the hotel complies with all safety codes, regulations, and industry standards.
  • Oversee regular safety inspections and audits.
  • Implement emergency response plans and procedures.
• Renovations and Projects:
  • Coordinate and oversee renovation projects within the hotel.
  • Collaborate with architects, contractors, and suppliers to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Record-Keeping:
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, required inspections, equipment manuals, and warranties.
  • Generate reports on maintenance and repair expenses for management.
• Guest Satisfaction:
  • Ensure that maintenance issues reported by guests are resolved promptly and effectively.
  • Implement a guest-focused approach to maintenance to enhance the guest experience.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, codes, and regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Budgeting and cost control expertise.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when needed.

Working Conditions & Physical Effort

Physical work is a primary part of many of our hotel and resort jobs. Physical requirements include extended standing and walking, climbing, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, kneeling, and lifting to 50 lbs. Some work is performed in an interior hotel environment with equipment and machines.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurances
• Disability Insurances
• Supplemental Life Insurances
• Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off, Vacation and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hotel Discounts to any property in the TPG portfolio and more

Benefits vary by location.

Part-Time Benefits Also Available!

EEO/VET/DISABLED