Chief Engineer (Hotel Maintenance)

Plazahotelelpaso; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Health保险

Paid Time Off

401k Company Match

Free Basic Life Insurance

Travel Discounts

Commuter Transit and Commuter Parking

Employee Assistance and Wellness Prog

Educational/Professional Development

Technology Reimbursements

Job summary

HHM Hotels in Chicago is looking for a Chief Engineer to lead maintenance and sustainability initiatives across the hotel, ensuring guest comfort and safety.

The role emphasizes leadership, project delivery, vendor management, and adherence to codes, with growth pathways toward regional engineering leadership.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or trade school background preferred.
• Previous supervisory engineer/maintenance experience required.
• HVAC certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach maintenance staff to meet brand standards.
• Manage bids, quotes, and contracts for third-party vendors.
• Oversee small projects and Property Improvement Plans with progress reporting.
• Perform and oversee repairs such as sheetrock, painting, and furniture refinishing.
• Troubleshoot kitchen equipment and repair heating/cooling pumps; install TVs.
• Maintain PM records and test life-safety systems.
• Ensure service contracts comply with codes and regulations.
• Maintain building exterior and curb appeal per EarthView guidelines.
• Promote safety and guest satisfaction through safe work practices.

Skills

Leadership

Vendor oversight

Project management

Technical repairs

Life safety

Safety compliance

Guest service

Sustainability

Education

High School diploma / trade school

HVAC certification

Other certifications may be required

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