Chief Engineer

Hyatt Place Louisville East; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Place Louisville East is seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee hotel maintenance, safety, and operational performance. You will lead the engineering team, schedule shifts, and ensure facilities meet brand standards while controlling costs and protecting guest satisfaction.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on safety and reliable hotel operations within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum educational and supervisory requirements for hotel engineering leadership.
• Experience in overseeing maintenance and safety procedures.
• Strong communication and problem-solving under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Maintain guest rooms and public spaces to brand standards.
• Lead, train, and schedule the engineering team for shifts.
• Conduct fire safety inspections and drills.
• Respond to maintenance requests to enhance guest satisfaction.
• Patrol grounds and manage lost and found and safety concerns.
• Access sensitive areas responsibly and uphold company trust.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Financial arithmetic

Education

High school diploma

2-year degree + 3+ years

4-year degree + 2+ years

Supervisory experience

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Join Our Team as a Chief Engineer!

Ready to be the hero behind the scenes? Step up as our Chief Engineer and unleash your technical wizardry! In this pivotal role, you'll keep things humming by making sure our equipment is always in top shape - ensuring guests are happy, costs stay in check, and everything runs like clockwork. If you love cracking tough problems and leading a stellar crew, get ready to shine and make a real impact on our property's success!

KEY SKILLS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintenance Marvel: Keep every room and public space in tip-top shape - sparkling, shiny, and up to company standards!
• Team Captain: Lead, train, and cheer on the engineering squad, scheduling shifts and inspiring top performance.
• Safety Superhero: Run fire safety inspections and epic drills, making sure everyone stays safe and sound.
• Guest Service Star: Jump to the rescue for maintenance requests and boost those rave-worthy guest service scores!
• Property Guardian: Patrol the grounds, tackle debris, sort out the Lost and Found, and keep everything glowing.
• Trusted Ambassador: Access sensitive areas and represent the company with trust and sound judgment, every day.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 5+ years hotel/related experience, or 2-year degree with 3+ years, or 4-year degree with 2+ years
• Supervisory experience required
• Valid driver's license
• Strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Calm under pressure
• Financial and arithmetic proficiency

DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED

• Current certifications as required (e.g., HVAC, pool, electrical)
• Licensed to operate/repair boilers and chillers per local laws

Source: Hospitality Online