Chief Engineer

Island Hospitality Management; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare including Medical, Dental,

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Free room nights

Training & development

Job summary

Island Hospitality Management is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead hotel maintenance, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, and ensure safety and code compliance. The role includes coordinating with vendors, supervising staff, and delivering reliable facility operations across the property.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on skills, the ability to manage preventive programs, and a focus on guest satisfaction while maintaining brand standards.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to troubleshoot hotel systems and resolve malfunctions.
• Experience with electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general facilities maintenance is preferred.
• Ability to manage maintenance tasks and coordinate with staff and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctions in hotel systems and equipment.
• Conduct ongoing room preventative maintenance.
• Prioritize and schedule work orders to meet deadlines.
• Inspect property to identify current and future maintenance needs.
• Coordinate with inspectors to ensure codes and regulations are met.
• Supervise and schedule maintenance staff and projects.
• Maintain guest satisfaction and uphold brand standards.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Preventative maintenance

Carpentry & painting

Plumbing knowledge

Team supervision

Job description

Chief Engineer

We are currently seeking a Chief Engineer for our hotel that enjoys resolving problems, working with their hands, and general building maintenance.

This position may require flexible scheduling availability.

Requirements

• Troubleshooting and repairing malfunctions in electrical/mechanical/plumbing systems & other hotel equipment
• Conducting ongoing room preventative maintenance
• Resolving maintenance problems, complaints, and work orders to prioritize and schedule work
• Carpentry and painting skills, as well as drywall and carpet repair work, is a plus
• Inspecting property to identify potential and current needs
• Ensuring department expenditures meet budget requirements
• Soliciting bids from contractors and evaluating their proposals with hotel management
• Coordinating with local health, safety, fire, and building inspectors to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations
• Ensure pool is properly maintained to include cleanliness and chemical content
• Maintaining the building exterior if not serviced by a contractor (e.g. lawn care, painting, etc)
• Supervising and scheduling of maintenance staff
• Maintain guest satisfaction scores at brand standard or higher and all Internal Audit/Corporate standards set forth by Island Hospitality

Job Qualifications

• Highly motivated team player with strong initiative and desire for achievement
• Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary
• Ability to work well in stressful situations and follow all safety procedures while working
• Ability to extend professionalism and courtesy to guests at all times
• Prior hotel maintenance experience of at least 4 years or more is a plus
• Previous experience in management of maintenance/engineering specific to electrical, plumbing,
• HVAC system, ventilation system, and carpentry.
• Working knowledge and experience with swimming pool maintenance.
• Experience ordering supplies and inventory
• Valid Driver's License required

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit or walk for an extended period of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Training

Island Hospitality is committed to employee development and displays that commitment with a formalized training and development program providing a clear path for any employee with a desire and aptitude to thrive in the hospitality business. As team members join Island Hospitality from other organizations they too can build on that prior experience and find further growth opportunities within our company by utilizing the tools and resources offered.

Team Member Wellness Program:

How We Thank You For All You Bring To The Team

Rewarding Benefits Package

• Healthcare including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA & FSA plans available!
• Dependent care FSA
• Identity Theft Protection Insurance Commuter benefits including transit & parking
• Pet Insurance
• PTO and Payroll Incentives for Annual Wellness Exams
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Subscriptions including access to gyms, financial planning, counseling, and legal services
• Paid Sick and Vacation Time
• Family Leave
• 401(k) Retirement plan - IHM Matches 100% up to 3% of your salary and an extra 50% on the next 2% of your salary. 401(k) is fully vested upon the first contribution

Rewarding Hard Work

• Incentive based bonus program
• Free room nights at our hotels and employee discounts within your hotel brand
• Discounts for friends and family within your hotel brand
• Team Member recognition and bonus
• Discounted tickets to theme parks, musical, movies, and more through Tickets at Work
• Career Growth through our in-house training program with a path personalized to your desired goals
• Referral bonus program to ANY of our locations

Equal Opportunity Employer

Island Hospitality uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization in all municipalities where it is required by law.