Chief Engineer (Hotel Maintenance)

Larkspur Landing Bellevue; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k Company Match

Life Insurance

Travel Discounts

Transit and Parking Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Education/Professional Development

Technology Reimbursements

Job summary

Larkspur Landing Bellevue seeks a Chief Engineer to manage general and preventative maintenance across the hotel, ensuring guest service and sustainability standards are met. You will lead the maintenance team, coordinate with vendors, and supervise repairs to keep operations smooth and safe.

The role requires HVAC certification and prior supervisory maintenance experience. A growth path exists toward an Area Chief Engineer – Regional Director of Engineering.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or trade school preferred.
• Previous supervisory engineer/maintenance experience required.
• HVAC certification required.
• Other certifications may be required based on local needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance and preventative maintenance to meet brand standards and guest satisfaction.
• Oversee bids, quotes, and contracts with 3rd party vendors.
• Manage small projects or property improvement plans and report progress.
• Perform and supervise repairs on building elements (sheetrock, painting, furniture refinishing, fixtures).
• Troubleshoot kitchen equipment and heating/cooling pumps; install televisions.
• Maintain PM records and test life safety systems for 100% operation.
• Coordinate service-contract compliance with local codes.
• Maintain exterior/curb appeal following sustainability guidelines.
• Uphold safe work practices per MSDS and OSHA standards to boost guest scores.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Vendor management

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or trade school

Tools

HVAC systems

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.

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

What We Believe

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