Chief Engineer (Hotel Maintenance)

HHM Hospitality; Port Everglades (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 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 Parking

Employee Assistance and Wellness

Educational/Professional Development

Technology Reimbursements

Job summary

HHM Hotels is seeking a Chief Engineer at our Port Everglades property to lead maintenance, safety, and sustainability programs across the hotel. You will manage a team, oversee vendor contracts, coordinate small projects and Property Improvement Plans, and report progress.

Strong HVAC credentials and supervisory maintenance experience are required; you will troubleshoot kitchen equipment, install TVs, and keep life‑safety systems 100% operational to drive guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach maintenance team to meet brand standards and HHM values.
• Manage bids, quotes, and contracts for 3rd party vendors.
• Oversee small projects or Property Improvement Plans and report progress.
• Perform and oversee repairs including sheetrock, painting, furniture refinishing, and fixtures replacements.
• Troubleshoot kitchen equipment and repair heating/cooling pumps; install and program televisions.
• Maintain PM records for rooms and equipment; test life safety systems to keep them 100% operational.
• Coordinate compliance of service contracts and ensure all work meets codes.
• Maintain building exterior and curb appeal following EarthView sustainability guidelines.
• Practice safe work habits per MSDS and OSHA while increasing guest satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Project management

Maintenance expertise

Education

High School diploma or trade school coursework

Tools

HVAC certification

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

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

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.