Chief Engineer - New Hotel

RESIDENCE INN - WINSTON SALEM HANES MALL; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Insurance

PTO and holidays

401k with Employer Match

DailyPay

Hotel discounts

Job summary

LBA Hospitality seeks a Chief Engineer for the Homewood Suites Winston Salem to oversee maintenance, safety, and building systems, ensuring guest comfort and operational reliability. You will lead maintenance staff, manage preventative programs, and coordinate repairs, with a focus on HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, while maintaining logs and budget.

This on-site role offers benefits including a quarterly bonus, insurance, PTO, 401k with match, DailyPay, hotel discounts, and growth

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of maintenance engineer/technician experience.
• Working knowledge of electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems.
• HVAC and pool certifications preferred.
• Strong troubleshoot­ing, leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Experience safely using hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, supervise, and develop maintenance staff.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, and building systems.
• Manage and document the preventative maintenance program.
• Conduct property inspections for safety and improvement needs.
• Respond promptly to work orders and delegate repairs as needed.
• Maintain hotel interiors, exteriors, equipment, and grounds.
• Ensure maintenance tools and supplies are available and maintained.
• Maintain maintenance logs, inspections, and documentation.
• Manage maintenance within budget while upholding standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Preventative maintenance

Electrical systems

HVAC systems

Plumbing

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Communication

Hand tools

Power tools

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Description

LBA Hospitality is hiring for the upcoming Homewood Suites Winston Salem set to open this winter! Benefits available for this leadership position include: a quarterly bonus program, insurance, paid time off (PTO and holidays), 401k with Employer Match, Option to be paid daily with DailyPay, competitive wages, hotel discounts, and so much more!

The Chief Engineer leads hotel maintenance operations, ensuring the property, equipment, and building systems remain safe, functional, and well maintained. This position performs and oversees repairs and preventative maintenance while supporting excellent guest service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, supervise, and develop maintenance associates.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, kitchen equipment, and other building systems.
• Manage and document the preventative maintenance program.
• Conduct property inspections and identify safety, security, and facility improvement needs.
• Respond promptly to work orders and delegate repairs when appropriate.
• Maintain hotel interiors, exteriors, equipment, and grounds.
• Ensure maintenance tools, materials, and equipment are available and properly maintained.
• Assist with interviewing, training, coaching, and performance management of maintenance staff.
• Maintain required maintenance logs, inspections, and documentation.
• Manage maintenance activities within budget while maintaining company and brand standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of maintenance engineer, technician, or similar experience.
• Working knowledge of preventative maintenance, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems.
• HVAC and Pool certifications preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Experience safely using hand and power tools.
• Must meet company security clearance requirements.

Physical & Scheduling Requirements

• Ability to push/pull up to 100 lbs. and lift/carry up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, climb ladders, bend, crawl, kneel, and reach.
• May work outdoors in hot or cold conditions.
• Flexible availability, including nights and weekends.
• Periodic overnight travel may be required.
• This is an on-site position.