Chief Engineer (Hotel Maintenance)

Plazahotelelpaso; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k Company Match

Travel Discounts

Commuter Benefits

EAP & Wellness Program

Professional Development

Technology Reimbursements

Job summary

HHM is seeking a Chief Engineer for our Bellevue hotel to lead maintenance, ensure guest comfort, and uphold sustainability standards across the property.

You will supervise technicians, manage budgets and vendor bids, oversee small projects and life-safety systems, and ensure compliance with codes. The role requires HVAC certification and prior supervisory maintenance experience; heavy lifting and standing are expected.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience supervising maintenance staff
• Experience managing bids, quotes, and vendor contracts
• Oversee Property Improvement Plans (PIPs) and report progress
• Perform and supervise repairs including HVAC, electrical, plumbing
• Troubleshoot kitchen equipment and HVAC pumps; install TVs
• Maintain PM records and life-safety system tests
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal codes
• Maintain exterior and curb appeal per sustainability guidelines
• Follow MSDS and OSHA safety standards

Responsibilities

• Interview, hire, train, and coach associates
• Manage and coordinate vendor bids and contracts
• Oversee small projects and PIPs with progress reporting
• Perform and supervise repairs and installations
• Troubleshoot equipment and install televisions
• Maintain PM logs and test life-safety systems
• Coordinate compliance with codes and safety standards
• Maintain building exterior and sustainability practices
• Ensure guest satisfaction through safe, reliable operations

Skills

Leadership

Vendor oversight

Project management

Technical repairs

Equipment & systems

Preventive maintenance

Compliance

Operations

Safety & service

Education

High school diploma or trade school

HVAC certification

Job description

Opportunity: Chief Engineer

Manage general and preventative maintenance functions to ensure guest service and sustainability standards are achieved and maintained throughout the hotel structure.

Your Growth Path

Area Chief Engineer – Regional Director of Engineering

Your Focus

• Leadership: Interview, select, train, schedule, coach, and support associates to ensure they perform in accordance with brand standards and HHM core values.
• Financial and Vendor Oversight: Manage and coordinate bids, quotes, and contracts for 3rd party vendors.
• Project Management: Oversee small projects or Property Improvement Plans (PIPs) and report on work progress.
• Technical Repairs: Perform and oversee diverse tasks including sheetrock repair, painting, furniture refinishing, and the replacement of electrical and plumbing fixtures.
• Equipment and Systems: Troubleshoot kitchen equipment and repair heating/cooling pumps. You will also install and program televisions.
• Preventative Maintenance: Maintain accurate records of PMs on all rooms and equipment; test and maintain life safety systems to ensure they are 100% operational.
• Compliance: Coordinate compliance of service contracts and ensure all work meets local, state, and Federal codes.
• Operations: Maintain the building exterior and curb appeal while following EarthView sustainability guidelines.
• Safety and Service: Practice safe work habits following MSDS and OSHA standards while working to increase guest satisfaction scores.

Your Background and Skills

• High School diploma and/or trade school coursework in a related field is preferred.
• Previous supervisory engineer/maintenance experience (or equivalent training) is required.
• HVAC certification is required.
• Other certifications may be required based on local needs.

Work Environment and Context

• Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays and weekends or alternate shifts.
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending and reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling or crouching.

HHM Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Company Match
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Travel Discounts
• Commuter Transit and Commuter Parking Benefits
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Program
• Educational/Professional Development
• Technology Reimbursements

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