Chief Engineer (Hotel Maintenance)

Plazahotelelpaso; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Health

Paid Time Off

401k Company Match

Travel Discounts

Commuter Transit and Commuter Parking

Employee Assistance and Wellness

Educational/Professional Development

Technology Reimbursements

Job summary

HHM Hotels in Bethesda seeks a Chief Engineer to oversee maintenance, safety, and guest comfort. You will lead a team, manage budgets, supervise contractors, and ensure operations align with brand standards and sustainability goals.

The role covers project management, life safety system testing, equipment repairs, and compliance with local codes, while driving guest satisfaction through reliable service and proactive facility care.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead interview, selection, training, scheduling, and coaching of maintenance staff.
• Manage bids, quotes, and contracts for 3rd party vendors.
• Oversee small projects and Property Improvement Plans and report progress.
• Perform and supervise sheetrock repair, painting, furniture refinishing, and fixture replacements.
• Troubleshoot kitchen equipment and HVAC pumps; install televisions.
• Maintain PM records and test life safety systems to 100% operation.
• Coordinate service contracts to meet codes.
• Maintain exterior and curb appeal following sustainability guidelines.
• Uphold safe work practices per MSDS and OSHA; enhance guest satisfaction.

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

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It

Source: HHM Hotels