Chief Engineer

JSK Hospitality LLC; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental and Vision Health Ins

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

JSK Hospitality LLC seeks an experienced Dual-Property Chief Engineer to lead engineering and maintenance across two adjacent Hammond, IN hotels. You will oversee a hands-on technical team, manage budgets, and ensure guest-ready facilities that meet Marriott/Hilton brand standards and codes.

Responsibilities include directing a preventive maintenance program, coordinating with vendors, and driving safety, energy management, and asset protection across both properties.

Qualifications

• Previous hotel Chief Engineer, Assistant Chief Engineer, or Engineering Manager experience required; dual-property or multi-building experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, refrigeration, and life-safety systems in hospitality.
• EPA Section 608 Universal certification strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with work-order or CMMS systems and maintenance documentation for brand audits.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between the two properties; nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and maintenance operations for two hotels, overseeing HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, kitchen and laundry equipment, pools (as applicable), and life-safety systems.
• Own and execute a documented preventative maintenance program meeting brand standards and local codes.
• Supervise, train, and develop maintenance technicians; manage work orders and set priorities for timely completion.
• Manage budgets, parts inventory, vendor contracts, and capital projects while protecting asset condition and guest satisfaction.
• Ensure OSHA, fire and life-safety, ADA, water treatment, and regulatory compliance across both properties.
• Serve as primary emergency response lead for facility issues, including after-hours and weekends.

Skills

HVAC Systems

Electrical Systems

Plumbing Systems

Maintenance Leadership

Vendor Management

CMMS Proficiency

Tools

CMMS

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Dual-Property Chief Engineer to lead engineering and maintenance operations for two adjacent JSK Hospitality hotels in Hammond, IN. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader with strong hotel engineering experience, a command of building systems, and a commitment to guest-ready, brand-compliant facilities. This role directs preventative and corrective maintenance across both properties, manages the engineering team and vendors, protects assets, and keeps rooms and public spaces safe, comfortable, and operationally excellent.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all engineering and maintenance operations for both hotels, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, kitchen and laundry equipment, pools (as applicable), grounds support, and life-safety systems
• Own and execute a documented preventative maintenance program for guest rooms, public areas, and building systems that meets Marriott and Hilton brand standards and local code
• Supervise, schedule, train, and develop maintenance technicians across both properties; set clear priorities and hold the team accountable for work-order response and quality
• Manage engineering budgets, parts inventory, vendor contracts, and capital projects; control costs while protecting asset condition and guest satisfaction
• Ensure full compliance with OSHA, fire and life-safety, ADA, water treatment, and all regulatory inspection and certification requirements
• Serve as primary emergency response lead for facility issues at both hotels, including after-hours, weekend, and holiday coverage as required
• Partner with each General Manager on energy management, out-of-order room reduction, brand quality audits, and planned renovations or FF&E work
• Track work orders, PM completion, and key engineering metrics; report results and risks clearly to property and ownership leadership

Qualifications

• Previous hotel Chief Engineer, Assistant Chief Engineer, or Engineering Manager experience required; dual-property or multi-building experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of commercial HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, refrigeration, and life-safety systems in a hospitality environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a maintenance team, manage vendors, and run a preventative maintenance program to brand and code standards.
• Technical training in HVAC-R, electrical, or plumbing preferred; EPA Section 608 Universal certification strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with work-order or CMMS systems, basic computer applications, and maintenance documentation required for brand audits.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between the two Plaza Court properties throughout the shift; flexibility for nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call response.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and guest-service skills with a professional, results-focused demeanor.
• This position offers an opportunity to lead an amazing engineering team across two thriving hotels dedicated to providing memorable guest experiences through outstanding service and well-maintained facilities

Benefits and Perks

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Join One of Northern Indiana's Leading Hospitality Groups

We are a rapidly expanding hospitality group in Northern Indiana, operating Marriott, Hilton, and IHG brands. With new properties in Kentucky and Mishawaka, we offer numerous opportunities for growth. If you’re passionate about service and career development, we promote from within and invest in our people—so you can build your future with us.

JSK Hospitality is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other group protected by law.