Chief Engineer (OME) - HVAC Experience a Plus - Hyatt Place

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Discounted room rates

Training & development

Career advancement

Job summary

Concord Hospitality is seeking a skilled Chief Engineer (OME) to lead the property engineering team in Cleveland, OH. You will oversee maintenance, safety compliance, and operating budgets to ensure reliable hotel infrastructure and guest comfort.

The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of building systems and life safety, and the ability to develop and motivate a team in a fast-paced hospitality environment. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a hotel engineering or maintenance leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, life safety and HVAC operations.
• Proven ability to train and develop maintenance staff in hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Manage and perform repairs and routine maintenance of hotel systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical operations.
• Oversee inventory, procurement, department budgeting, safety compliance, and annual inspections/certifications.
• Ensure safety standards and secure working environment for associates.
• Hire, train, motivate, and evaluate engineering staff; promote team development and continuous improvement.
• Communicate with General Manager, corporate leaders, and ownership about property conditions and safety.

Skills

HVAC operations

Analytical

Leadership

Communication

Job description

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Chief Engineer (OME) - HVAC Experience a Plus - Hyatt Place

US - OH - Cleveland

Posted: Aug 11, 2026

Summary

Description

Concord Hospitality is seeking a skilled and proactive Chief Engineer to lead our property engineering team and ensure the safety, functionality, and quality of the hotel’s infrastructure and systems. This is a key leadership role responsible for all maintenance operations, compliance, and team development in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

As a Concord Leader you will be responsible to:

• Inspire greatness in your team.
• Encourage and support team members to reach their full potential.
• Create a work environment that is a Great Place to Work for all.
• Lead with integrity, transparency, respect, and professionalism.
• Care for your team and their families.

  Responsibilities:

  • Manage and perform repairs and routine maintenance of hotel systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical operations.
  • Oversee inventory, procurement, department budgeting, safety compliance, and annual inspections/certifications.
  • Ensure all hotel accommodations meet safety standards for guests and provide a secure working environment for associates.
  • Hire, train, motivate, and evaluate engineering staff; promote team development and continuous improvement.
  • Maintain full compliance with Concord Hospitality and brand-specific standards and protocols.
  • Communicate effectively with the General Manager, corporate leaders, and ownership regarding property conditions, needs, and safety concerns.
  • Lead safety programs, preventive maintenance schedules, and energy conservation initiatives.
  • Support the hotel’s Leadership Development Training and actively contribute to a culture of growth and accountability.

  Qualifications:

  • Prior experience in a hotel engineering or maintenance leadership role required.
  • Strong knowledge of building systems, life safety, fire protection, and HVAC operations.
  • Proven ability to lead, train, and develop maintenance staff in a hospitality setting.
  • Effective communicator with strong organizational and troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience with safety and compliance standards, including OSHA and local codes.
  • Ability to work flexible hours and manage emergency response situations.

  Benefits

  We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time associates, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and short/long-term disability options
  • 401(k) program with company match
  • Tuition assistance
  • Discounted room rates at Concord-managed hotels
  • Training & development opportunities
  • Career advancement within our growing portfolio

  Why Join Concord?

  At Concord Hospitality, we invest deeply in our associates through training and development at all levels, from interns to executives. Our “Associate First” culture nurtures personal and professional growth within the workplace and beyond. We value work-life balance, diversity, and our commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and quality accommodations in every market we serve.

  Concord Hospitality is built on five Cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and FUN! Our associates embody these values and proudly cheer our company motto heard across North America:

  “We Are Concord!”

  We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly support diversity and inclusion through our mission to be a “Great Place to Work for All.”

  Qualifications

  Hotels a plus

  Behaviors

  • Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking (Required)
  • Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject (Required)
  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group (Required)
  • Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause (Required)
  • Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them (Required)
  • Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest (Required)
  • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well (Required)
  • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity (Required)

  Motivations

  • Required

    Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

  • Required

    Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

  • Required

    Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

  • Required

    Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

  Skills

  • Analytical (Intermediate)

  Experience

  • Preferred

    Hotels a plus

  • Required

    Flexible Schedule

  • Preferred

    2 years:

    HVAC Experience a Plus

  Equal Opportunity Employer

  This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

  This position is at a location where Hyatt is not the employer. The employer of individuals working at this hotel may be a third-party management company that is responsible for all employment benefits and obligations at this location.

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