Chief Engineer

LBA Hospitality; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Insurance

PTO & holidays

401k with match

DailyPay

Hotel discounts

Job summary

LBA Hospitality is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead hotel maintenance operations in Saint Augustine, FL. You will oversee repairs, preventative maintenance, and safety programs while supporting exceptional guest service.

This on-site leadership role requires strong technical knowledge and staff supervision. The ideal candidate will guide maintenance teams, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with brand standards.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years in maintenance engineering or a similar role.
• Working knowledge of electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems.
• HVAC and Pool certifications preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, supervise, and develop maintenance staff.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and related systems.
• Manage and document the preventative maintenance program.
• Conduct property inspections and identify safety and facility needs.
• Respond to work orders and delegate repairs as needed.
• Maintain hotel interiors, exteriors, equipment, and grounds.
• Ensure tools and equipment are available and maintained.
• Participate in interviewing, training, and performance management of staff.
• Maintain maintenance logs and documentation.
• Manage activities within budget while upholding standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Preventive maintenance

Electrical

HVAC

Plumbing

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Hand tools

Power tools

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Description

LBA Hospitality is hiring! Benefits available for this leadership position include: a quarterly bonus program, insurance, paid time off (PTO and holidays), 401k with Employer Match, Option to be paid daily with DailyPay, competitive wages, hotel discounts, and so much more!

The Chief Engineer leads hotel maintenance operations, ensuring the property, equipment, and building systems remain safe, functional, and well maintained. This position performs and oversees repairs and preventative maintenance while supporting excellent guest service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, supervise, and develop maintenance associates.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, kitchen equipment, and other building systems.
• Manage and document the preventative maintenance program.
• Conduct property inspections and identify safety, security, and facility improvement needs.
• Respond promptly to work orders and delegate repairs when appropriate.
• Maintain hotel interiors, exteriors, equipment, and grounds.
• Ensure maintenance tools, materials, and equipment are available and properly maintained.
• Assist with interviewing, training, coaching, and performance management of maintenance staff.
• Maintain required maintenance logs, inspections, and documentation.
• Manage maintenance activities within budget while maintaining company and brand standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of maintenance engineer, technician, or similar experience.
• Working knowledge of preventative maintenance, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems.
• HVAC and Pool certifications preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Experience safely using hand and power tools.
• Must meet company security clearance requirements.

Physical & Scheduling Requirements

• Ability to push/pull up to 100 lbs. and lift/carry up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, climb ladders, bend, crawl, kneel, and reach.
• May work outdoors in hot or cold conditions.
• Flexible availability, including nights and weekends.
• Periodic overnight travel may be required.
• This is an on-site position.