Chief Engineer

Park Hyatt Los Cabos at Cabo del Sol; Salt Lake City, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary or discounted hotel room

Discounted room rates for colleagues'

On-site parking

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Hyatt is seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee the hotel’s interior, exterior, and building systems, including HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and electrical. This role leads the Engineering team, manages daily operations, and directs routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance to ensure safe, efficient hotel operations.

The Chief Engineer also manages preventive maintenance records, supports OSHA, fire, environmental, and local safety regulations; assists with capital projects and equipment

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of engineering management experience, preferably in a luxury hotel.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversees hotel interior, exterior, and building systems (HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical).
• Leads Engineering team; manages daily operations and preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA, fire, environmental, and local safety regulations; supports capital projects and equipment replacement planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team mentoring

Maintenance planning

Education

HS diploma / equivalent

Technical degree or bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Maintenance software

Building systems knowledge

Job description

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"Hyatt is a place of learning – similar to a university. The company offers so many ways for me to learn and grow, both professionally and personally."

Elevate Your Career at the Only True Ski-In/Ski-Out Hotel in Canyons Village

Imagine building your career where others come to vacation. Hyatt Centric Park City is the only true ski-in/ski-out hotel nestled at the base of Canyons Village, offering breathtaking mountain views, year-round outdoor adventure, and a culture built around exceptional hospitality.

The Chief Engineer oversees the hotel’s interior, exterior, and building systems, including HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and electrical. This role leads the Engineering team, manages daily operations, and directs routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable hotel operations.

The Chief Engineer also manages preventive maintenance records. This position assists with compliance with OSHA, fire, environmental, and local safety regulations; supports capital projects and equipment replacement planning; and responds to emergencies as needed.

Hyatt has a very competitive benefit package for colleagues, which may include:

• Complimentary or Discounted hotel room nights
• Unlimited colleague and friends & family discounted room rates
• Sick, bereavement and jury duty pay
• Medical, dental and vision Insurance, discounted prescriptions after 30 days
• 401(k) w/ match after one year of service
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Complimentary colleague meals
• Complimentary on-site parking
• Discounted ski pass (reimbursement to take place at conclusion of season)
• Opportunity for growth and advancement!

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of engineering management experience, preferably in a luxury hotel
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical systems
• Experience with hotel building systems, soldering, and brazing preferred
• Universal Refrigeration Certification and CPO certification preferred
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to train and mentor team members
• Proficiency with mechanical equipment, maintenance tools, and work-order systems
• Fluent English communication skills; bilingual abilities are a plus
• Ability to work on-call, respond to emergencies, and coordinate with hotel departments
• Ability to lift, climb, stand, walk, and work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions

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