Chief Maintenance Engineer

Atrium Hospitality; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Atrium Hospitality as a Chief Maintenance Engineer at the St. Charles Embassy Suites. Lead the engineering department to ensure exceptional guest experiences while managing maintenance operations and supervising a diverse team. This role requires leadership, technical expertise in mechanical and electrical systems, and effective communication skills.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off and vacation

Tuition reimbursement

DailyPay and wellness programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience including mechanical, electrical and plumbing.
• Prior supervisory experience in a hotel setting.
• Understanding of capital planning and replacement cycles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a diverse engineering team.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems.
• Manage department budget and participate in capital planning.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Problem solving

Education

Certifications in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC

Job description

Hotel:

St. Charles Embassy Suites Two Convention Center Plaza Saint Charles, MO 63303 Chief Maintenance Engineer Full time

Atrium SPIRIT – where teamwork, passion and appreciation ignite service excellence

What’s in it for you?

The Atrium SPIRIT is a belief in the power of Service , Perseverance, Inclusion, Respect, Innovation , and Teamwork to create an environment where everyone thrives. We go above and beyond to deliver exceptional guest experiences, work together to overcome challenges, and are passionate about positively impacting those around us.

• Career Growth & Learning – 40% of our management hires are internal promotions!
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) plan with company match.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid Time Off & Vacation – Enjoy exclusive Atrium Traveler and brand discount programs to explore new destinations
• Perks That Fit Your Life – Enjoy DailyPay, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and exclusive discounts on your favorite brands and services.
• Purpose & Impact – Make a difference through Atrium’s community service and volunteer programs.

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Join the team at the St. Charles Embassy Suites as our next Chief Engineer and take the lead in maintaining a standout property in one of the region’s most dynamic locations. This 296-room hotel offers 16,000 square feet of adaptable meeting and event space, serving as a go-to venue for both corporate functions and special occasions throughout the St. Louis metro. Nestled along the Missouri River, the hotel sits in the heart of historic St. Charles, surrounded by cobblestone streets, entertainment hot spots, and local attractions.

Salary Range: 70k-80k

Atrium Hospitality is seeking a dynamic Chief Engineer to ensure guests have an excellent experience through managing the engineering department and supervising maintenance operations while exhibiting leadership, integrity, initiative, composure, decision making skills, flexibility and adaptability in relation to business needs and crisis.

The Chief Engineer will be tasked with the following duties, responsibilities, and assignments:

• L ead , develop , and train a diverse and effective team in accordance with Atrium Core Values;

• Manage engineering associates by ensuring they understand employment practices, recommending employment decisions and corrective action, supporting performance management, and implementing discipline ;

• Maintain an adequate inventory of parts and supplies;

• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctions in mechanical and electrical systems and other equipment throughout the hotel;

• Participate in the development of the engineering and Capital budget, which at times involves strategic agility and sound planning capability;

• Creat e work schedules while managing and measuring department al needs and productivity;

• Oversee preventative maintenance assignments and the execution of Capital projects in partnership with the Atrium c apital team;

• Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), Lock Out/Tag Out procedures and all relevant Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards;

• Track guest room requests for servicing and ensuring completion;

• Serve as the head of the property’s loss prevention and risk management programs , m anaging the hotel loss prevention committees and ensuring all life safety systems are code compliant with the brand and the authority having jurisdiction (i.e. Fire Marshall, Building Inspector, etc.);

• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures, including reporting accidents, injuries and unsafe work conditions to management ; and

• Any and all other work as required to complete the primary purpose of the position

What you will need to be considered for this role:

• 5+ years of engineering experience to include mechanical, electrical and plumbing
• Prior supervisory/leadership experience
• Prior responsibility for a department budget with a fundamental understanding of a P&L statement, labor costs and other R&M expenses
• Experience in managing utilities and energy systems
• Understanding of capital planning and replacement cycles
• Experience with NFPA fire code and life safety systems, controls
• Experience working with industrial laundry and kitchen equipment.
• Prior hotel experience
• Certifications in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC

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Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

Atrium is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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