Director of Engineering

BENCHMARK; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Leader for the Cambria Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown to maintain a safe, fully functional property with lean staffing and budget discipline. You will oversee repairs, manage preventative work, and support guest experiences with professionalism.

This role emphasizes rapid response, collaboration with Front Office and Housekeeping, and partnership with vetted vendors to ensure safety, quality and cost effectiveness across a 140-hotel

Qualifications

• Perform and oversee daily maintenance and repairs across guest rooms and public areas.
• Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, water heaters and lighting.
• Execute a structured preventative maintenance program.
• Prioritize repairs that directly impact guest satisfaction and QA scores.
• Ensure compliance with fire and life safety systems.
• Manage call coverage for evenings, weekends and emergencies.
• Reduce downtime and service calls through proactive maintenance.
• Respond quickly to guest maintenance issues with professionalism and a service-first mindset.
• Work closely with other departments, including front office and housekeeping, to enhance the guest experience.
• Coordinate specialized vendors as needed and monitor contractor work to ensure safety, quality and cost expectations.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee daily maintenance and repairs across guest rooms and public areas.
• Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, water heaters and lighting.
• Execute a structured preventative maintenance program.
• Prioritize repairs that directly impact guest satisfaction and QA scores.
• Ensure compliance with fire and life safety systems.
• Manage call coverage for evenings, weekends and emergencies.
• Reduce downtime and service calls through proactive maintenance.
• Respond quickly to guest maintenance issues with professionalism and a service-first mindset.
• Work closely with other departments, including front office and housekeeping, to enhance the guest experience.
• Coordinate specialized vendors as needed and monitor contractor work to ensure safety, quality and cost expectations.

Skills

Maintenance

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Preventative Maintenance

Guest Service

Life Safety

Vendor Coordination

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property:

At the Cambria Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown we consistently rise above the competition. On day one, you will begin with a robust wage package, excellent benefit plans, a matching 401K plan, professional development, generous bonuses, travel perks and the opportunity to grow across a portfolio of 140 hotels representing all major brands. We are an Employer of Choice—we understand that the care of our team members is as important as the service we provide to our guests and the communities around us. You will have an important role in the delivery of outstanding service and memorable experiences for each guest. You will have fun, learn and be part of a successful journey at a growing company.

What you will have an opportunity to do:

This hands-on leader is responsible for maintaining a safe, fully functional and well-presented property while operating within a lean staffing and budget model. This role balances technical expertise, preventative maintenance and responsive guest service to minimize downtime, control costs and protect the asset—all while ensuring brand standards and life-safety requirements are consistently met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform and oversee daily maintenance and repairs across guest rooms and public areas.
• Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, water heaters and lighting.
• Execute a structured preventative maintenance program.
• Prioritize repairs that directly impact guest satisfaction and QA scores.
• Ensure compliance with fire and life safety systems.
• Manage call coverage for evenings, weekends and emergencies.
• Reduce downtime and service calls through proactive maintenance.
• Respond quickly to guest maintenance issues with professionalism and a service-first mindset.
• Work closely with other departments, including front office and housekeeping, to enhance the guest experience.
• Coordinate specialized vendors as needed and monitor contractor work to ensure safety, quality and cost expectations.

What are we looking for?

Compensation: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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.

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.