Chief Engineer (Hotel Maintenance)

HHM Hospitality; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Ins

Paid Time Off

401k Company Match

Free Basic Life Insurance

Travel Discounts

Commuter Transit and Parking Benefits

Employee Assistance and Wellness

Educational/Professional Development

Technology Reimbursements

Job summary

HHM Hotels in Chicago is seeking a Chief Engineer to manage preventive maintenance and ensure guest service and sustainability standards are met across the hotel.

You will lead a maintenance team, oversee vendor bids, manage small projects, and troubleshoot building systems, including HVAC and life safety. The role demands a hands-on leader committed to safety, quality, and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Supervisory maintenance experience for hotel properties.
• HVAC certification required.
• Strong knowledge of safety and compliance standards.
• Willingness to work varied shifts and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance team to meet brand standards and guest service goals.
• Oversee bids, quotes, and contracts with 3rd party vendors.
• Manage small projects and Property Improvement Plans (PIPs).
• Troubleshoot and repair building systems and equipment.
• Maintain life-safety systems and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support sustainability guidelines and curb appeal.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

HVAC Certification

Contract & Vendor Oversight

Education

High School diploma or trade school coursework

Job description

Overview

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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About Us

HHM Hotels is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other group protected by law.

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