Chief Maintenance Engineer - Full Time

Pathfinder Development, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 paid holidays

Flexible PTO and Vacation

Birthday Pay

Health Insurance

IRA Match Program

Mental Health & Wellness Program

Employee Development Program

Discounted hotel stays

Job summary

Pathfinder Hospitality in Austin, TX is seeking a Chief Maintenance Engineer to lead the hotel's engineering department. You will oversee maintenance across all equipment and systems, and drive preventive maintenance programs to minimize disruptions.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, hands-on knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and budgeting experience. This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and guest satisfaction, with an emphasis on platinum service.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills to inspire, delegate tasks, and resolve conflict effectively.
• Extensive knowledge of hotel equipment and systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical components.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills to diagnose and troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Budgeting and financial management skills to ensure efficient resource allocation and project completion within budget.
• Proficiency in computer skills and maintenance management software.
• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the hotel's engineering department, overseeing maintenance operations for all equipment and systems.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs and procedures to optimize equipment lifespans and minimize disruptions.
• Direct and supervise maintenance technicians, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, quality standards, and deadlines.
• Manage budget allocations for maintenance supplies, equipment purchases, and contractor services.
• Evaluate and prioritize maintenance requests, balancing guest needs with resource efficiency and long‑term sustainability.
• Conduct regular inspections of hotel facilities and equipment, identifying potential risks and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership & communication

Hotel systems knowledge

Problem-solving

Budgeting

Computers & CMMS

Negotiation & relationships

Job description

Chief Maintenance Engineer

Tired of the same old wrenches and routines? Craving a career where your problem-solving skills become guest rave reviews? Buckle up, hospitality hero, because we're searching for a Chief Engineer who’s more MacGyver than maintenance man.

If you are missing a few skills or qualifications, no problem! We value potential and invest in training those with the right attitude and desire to excel.

Skills can be learned, but passion can't be taught. If you believe in platinum service and thrive on exceeding guests expectations, we want to talk to you.

About Us: What is Platinum Service? It's our promise to do unto others better than they could have ever imagined. At Pathfinder Hospitality, hospitality is not just in our name, it is in our DNA. We live, breathe, and even dream Platinum Service. Heck, even the pineapples we wear on our lapels have gone platinum!

Culture and Values: We continuously break the mold, always going above and beyond to create memorable experiences for our employees and guests through our commitment to our purpose - providing platinum service to our guests.

We have an infinite mindset. We want to have such a strong culture and deep sense of purpose that Pathfinder far outlasts its founders and processes, decades after we are gone. Our core values are our guiding principles.

• Accountability: We honor our commitments and each other with reliability and responsibility.


• Collaboration: Everyone's thoughts and opinions are important.


• Empowerment: We learn from our successes and failures and strive to evolve as we grow.


• Engagement - We are ambassadors in all aspects of our industry through advocacy.


• Innovation: We use creativity to turn the Ordinary into Extraordinary


• Integrity: We honor our promises and fulfill our commitments.


• Passion: We thrive because of our heartfelt commitment to unrivaled hospitality


• Transparency: We openly share successes and failures. We are accountable in all our business practices.

If you believe in and are passionate about our culture and values, have a strong work ethic, and have a passion for providing platinum service, we want to talk to you.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong leadership and communication skills to inspire, delegate tasks, and resolve conflict effectively.


• Extensive knowledge of hotel equipment and systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical components.


• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills to diagnose and troubleshoot complex technical issues.


• Budgeting and financial management skills to ensure efficient resource allocation and project completion within budget.


• Proficiency in computer skills and maintenance management software.


• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and team members.

Responsibilities: This list is not a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

• Lead and manage the hotel's engineering department, overseeing maintenance operations for all equipment and systems.


• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs and procedures to optimize equipment lifespans and minimize disruptions.


• Direct and supervise maintenance technicians, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, quality standards, and deadlines.


• Manage budget allocations for maintenance supplies, equipment purchases, and contractor services.


• Evaluate and prioritize maintenance requests, balancing guest needs with resource efficiency and long‑term sustainability.


• Conduct regular inspections of hotel facilities and equipment, identifying potential risks and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.


• Prepare reports and present recommendations to management regarding maintenance operations, budget needs, and potential improvements.

Compensation/Pay: $27 - $31/hr

We believe in Platinum Service for our guests and associates alike. In service of that, here are some of the ways we take care of our full-time and part-time associates:

• 8 paid holidays, flexible PTO and Vacation


• Birthday Pay


• Additional paid time off for Community Involvement


• Health Insurance


• IRA Match Program


• Mental Health & Wellness Program including a Life Coach


• Employee Development Program


• Discounted hotel stays for brands within our portfolio