CHIEF ENGINEER

Dimension Hospitality, LLC; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dimension Hospitality, LLC is seeking a hands-on Chief Engineer to lead the maintenance department and oversee all building systems, equipment, and property upkeep. You will ensure safety, preventive maintenance, and repair standards while supervising a team of maintenance professionals.

This role requires strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems, plus the ability to troubleshoot, manage multiple priorities and coordinate with hotel leadership to minimize guest

Qualifications

• Previous engineering or maintenance leadership experience required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Organized, dependable, and safety focused.
• Able to lead, train, and motivate a maintenance team.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Comfortable working hands on and managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to lift, move, climb, and work with tools and equipment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible to work any shifts including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the maintenance and engineering team.
• Oversee daily repairs, work orders, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Ensure proper operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life safety systems.
• Conduct regular property inspections and identify maintenance needs.
• Manage department budgeting, inventory, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with safety, fire, and regulatory standards.
• Support maintenance team with troubleshooting and project work.
• Respond quickly to urgent issues and guest impact situations.
• Coordinate effectively with hotel leadership and all departments.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized engineering shop and work areas.

Skills

Leadership

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Hands-on

Job description

You are a hands-on leader with strong technical knowledge and a commitment to maintaining a safe, efficient, and well‑operated hotel. You understand building systems, lead by example, and take pride in creating a reliable, well-maintained environment for guests and staff. If you enjoy solving problems, guiding a team, and overseeing operations, keep reading.The RoleAs the Chief Engineer, you lead the maintenance department and oversee all building systems, equipment, and property upkeep. You ensure safety, preventive maintenance, and repair standards are met while supervising a team of maintenance professionals.What You Will Be DoingLead and manage the maintenance and engineering teamOversee daily repairs, work orders, and preventive maintenance schedulesEnsure proper operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life safety systemsConduct regular property inspections and identify maintenance needsManage department budgeting, inventory, and vendor relationshipsEnsure compliance with safety, fire, and regulatory standardsSupport maintenance team with troubleshooting and project workRespond quickly to urgent issues and guest impact situationsCoordinate effectively with hotel leadership and all departmentsMaintain a clean, safe, and organized engineering shop and work areasWhy You Will Love It HereLeadership role with daily operational impactA supportive team environmentOpportunities to grow your technical and management skillsA role where you directly influence guest satisfaction and hotel performanceReady to Join the TeamIf you are ready to lead the engineering department and ensure a safe, well maintained hotel environment, we would love to meet you.Apply now.EOEWhat Makes You YouPrevious engineering or maintenance leadership experience requiredStrong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systemsOrganized, dependable, and safety focusedAble to lead, train, and motivate a maintenance teamSkilled in troubleshooting and problem solvingComfortable working hands on and managing multiple prioritiesAbility to lift, move, climb, and work with tools and equipmentStrong communication and teamwork skillsFlexible to work any shifts including holidays and weekends