Chief Engineer | Daytona Speedway Courtyard

Shaner Hotels; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaner Hotels is seeking an experienced hotel maintenance engineer to oversee the operation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC, refrigeration and other mechanical systems at Courtyard Daytona Beach Speedway/Airport. You will develop and manage preventive maintenance programs to ensure safety and guest comfort.

The role requires reading blueprints, coordinating with teams, and supervising engineering staff, with emphasis on safety, efficiency, and cost control.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; college degree or vocational training a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret safety and maintenance manuals.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Minimum two years' experience as hotel maintenance engineer; supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and safety codes.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and handle hazardous chemicals safely.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for engineering operation, maintenance, preventive maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and mechanical equipment.
• Develop, coordinate, and monitor a maintenance program to ensure safety, security and comfort of staff and guests.
• Assigned responsibility of Safety Committee Chairperson and supervising engineering staff.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Reading blueprints

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

College degree or vocational training a plus

Job description

Shaner Hotels has an exciting opportunity to begin or grow your hospitality career at the Courtyard by Marriott Daytona Beach Speedway/Airport!

Located near Daytona Beach International Airport and just minutes from the world-famous Daytona International Speedway, our hotel offers an energetic and unique environment where hospitality meets the excitement of one of Florida's most iconic destinations.

The Courtyard Daytona Beach Speedway/Airport features modern guest rooms with flat-screen TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, and soundproof windows to help guests relax-even during race weekends at the track. Additional amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, heated outdoor pool, and The Bistro, offering a delicious menu along with handcrafted cocktails, wine, and beer.

Whether you're beginning your hospitality journey or looking for an opportunity to grow with an award-winning company, Courtyard Daytona Beach Speedway/Airport is the perfect place to build your career.

Come join the team at Courtyard Daytona Beach and become part of the Shaner Hotels family-where exceptional service, teamwork, and career growth are always in motion!

Shaner Hotel Group

Shaner Hotels is one of the hospitality industry's leading award-winning hotel owner-operators and management companies. Our growing portfolio includes more than 70 full-service, select-service, extended-stay, and resort properties, representing over 8,000 guest rooms across 14 states and three countries.

We proudly partner with many of the world's most recognized hospitality brands, as well as distinctive independent hotels, delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence across every property.

Beyond hotel management, Shaner Hotels provides a comprehensive range of hospitality services for investors, hotel owners, and brand partners, including hotel development, design and construction, revenue management, e-commerce, sales and marketing, human resources, accounting, and operational support.

Whether you're joining one of our hotels or our corporate team, you'll become part of an organization committed to innovation, professional growth, and delivering outstanding hospitality. At Shaner Hotels, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers across every area of the hospitality industry.

• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts, as required to meet the needs of the Company's business operations.
• Delegate daily work assignments and review priorities and special projects.
• Schedule and perform work in accordance with preventive maintenance program in rooms, coordinating with the Rooms Division Department.
• Ensures final inspection of all engineeringrelated work and execution of all work orders.
• Performs engineering staff functions whenever necessary.
• Ensures all safety equipment is in compliance and working order with federal quarterly/annual inspections to city, state and codes. Maintain knowledge of hotel safety procedures and ensure application of such.
• Handle chemicals for designated uses/surfaces, according to hotel requirements.
• Perform emergency equipment and machinery repair as needed.
• Maintain the proper use, cleaning, maintenance, and storage of all tools.
• Exercise safety precautions when working on equipment (use of safety signs, etc.).
• Maintains the engineering department's annual budget.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities that includes interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of the Engineering department to include the proper operation, maintenance, preventive maintenance, and repair of all heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and mechanical equipment. Develop, coordinate, and monitor a maintenance program to ensure the safety, security and comfort of all staff and guests. Assigned responsibility of Safety Committee Chairperson. Supervise, train and manage all Engineering staff.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; college degree or vocational training a plus.
• Any building trade license/certificate from the state of hotel's operation preferred.
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Minimum two years' experience as a hotel maintenance engineer. Supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Knowledge of all mechanical equipment critical to the operation of the building.
• Working knowledge of repair and maintenance regarding health codes; plumbing codes; plant equipment; electrical codes; architectural codes; structural codes; blueprints and wiring/plumbing schematics; building code improvement; mechanical and electrical/safety systems construction; national/local fire codes; proper chemical handling and disposal; power and hand tools, meters, etc. as it relates to the technical trades; local mechanical codes; OSHA codes and best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to interpret manufacturer's literature for installation, preparation, use and upkeep of various materials and products used throughout the property.
• Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with an minimum of supervision.
• Ability to endure abundant physical movements in carrying out job duties.
• Ability to enforce hotel's standards, policies and procedures with staff.
• Ability to troubleshoot and use alternatives in emergency situations.
• Ability to handle potentially hazardous chemicals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of hotel guests and pertinent hotel information.