Chief Maintenance Engineer

Sunbelt; Greenwood (SC); Presencial; USD 48.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Sunbelt in Greenwood, SC seeks a Maintenance Engineer/Chief Engineer for a full-service hotel (51 rooms). The role combines planning and executing a complete PM program across guest rooms, public spaces and mechanical systems with hands-on repairs and asset management.

You will supervise maintenance technicians, coordinate with vendors, ensure life-safety compliance, and assist with inventory and budgeting to keep the property safe and well-maintained for guests and staff.

Formación

• High School diploma or GED required; vocational/technical HVAC, electrical, or mechanical training preferred.
• 1 to 3+ years hands-on facilities maintenance or hotel engineering experience; supervisory experience is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license; CPR and EPA Universal refrigerant certifications preferred.
• Compliance with life safety codes including fire alarms and emergency lighting.
• Vendor coordination for major repairs with external specialists.
• Ability to respond to after-hours maintenance requests.
• Experience with asset management software.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, schedule, and execute a property-wide PM program for guest rooms, public spaces, and systems.
• Perform general carpentry, painting, drywall patching, minor plumbing, and basic electrical repairs.
• Monitor and troubleshoot PTAC units, central HVAC systems, ice machines, and laundry equipment.
• Inspect and test fire alarms, emergency lighting, and ensure OSHA safety compliance.
• Supervise external vendors for major lifts, roof repairs, or mechanical overhauls.
• Respond to maintenance work orders and after-hours emergencies promptly.
• Track assets, work orders, and PMs using Asset Management Software.
• Monitor inventory of parts and tools; assist with cost control and budgeting.

Conocimientos

Facilities maintenance

Supervisory experience

HVAC knowledge

Electrical repair

Electrical repairs

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical HVAC/Electrical/Mechanical

Herramientas

Asset Management Software

Descripción del empleo

Position Overview

• Job Title: Maintenance Engineer / Chief Engineer
• Property Type: Full-Service Hotel (51rooms)
• Reports To: General Manager (and/or Regional Director of Engineering)
• Supervises: Maintenance technicians, maintenance assistants, or groundskeepers (where applicable)

Key Responsibilities

• Preventative Maintenance (PM): Develop, schedule, and execute a property-wide PM program for guest rooms, public spaces, and mechanical systems to minimize breakdowns.
• Hands-On Repairs: Perform general carpentry, painting, drywall patching, minor plumbing (unclogging toilets, fixing leaks, replacing washers), and basic electrical repairs (ballasts, light fixtures, outlets).
• HVAC & Systems Upkeep: Monitor, clean, and troubleshoot guestroom PTAC units, central heating/cooling systems, ice machines, and laundry equipment.
• Life Safety & Code Compliance: Inspect and test fire alarms, smoke detectors, emergency lighting, pool/spa chemistry (if applicable), and ensure adherence to local, state, and OSHA safety regulations.
• Vendor & Contractor Coordination: Supervise outside specialists for major lifts, elevator service, roof repairs, or specialized mechanical overhauls.
• Guest & Staff Responsibilities: Answer maintenance work orders promptly, address after-hours emergency calls, and maintain a safe, clean engineering workshop.
• Asset Management Software: Track assets, work orders and PMs via Asset Management Software.
• Inventory & Budget: Track replacement parts, tools, maintenance supplies, and assist management with cost control.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED; vocational or technical training in HVAC, electrical, or mechanical trades preferred.
• Experience: 1 to 3+ years of hands-on facilities maintenance or hotel engineering experience (prior supervisory experience is a plus).
• Certifications / Licenses: Valid driver’s license;CPR, EPA Universal (refrigeration),operation are preferred.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, kneel, crawl, bend, climb stairs, and lift/push up to 50 to 100 pounds regularly.