Doubletree Albuquerque - Chief Engineer

Aimbridge Hospitality; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Medical, Dental & Vision

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401k Retirement Plan

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality is seeking a Chief Engineer for the Doubletree Albuquerque. The role focuses on keeping all hotel systems running smoothly, leading the engineering team, and maintaining facilities to ensure guest satisfaction and cost control.

The ideal candidate will handle safety, maintenance requests, and property upkeep with leadership and professional integrity. With a strong background in hotel engineering, you will oversee preventative maintenance, supervise the team, and coordinate

Qualifications

• Must have a relevant high school diploma or better.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Certifications such as HVAC, pool, electrical as applicable.
• Boilers/chillers license may be required by local laws.
• Good communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Calm under pressure with financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance: keep rooms and public spaces in top condition to standards.
• Lead, train, schedule shifts for the engineering team.
• Conduct safety inspections and drills.
• Respond to maintenance requests to enhance guest satisfaction.
• Patrol grounds and manage Lost and Found.
• Access sensitive areas responsibly and represent the company.

Skills

Maintenance

Team leadership

Safety inspections

Guest service

Property upkeep

Access control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2-year degree with 3+ years

4-year degree with 2+ years

Supervisory experience

Certifications (HVAC, pool, electrical)

Boilers/Chillers license

Valid driver’s license

Strong communication skills

Calm under pressure

Financial/arithmetic proficiency

Job description

Doubletree Albuquerque - Chief Engineer Aimbridge Hospitality

Schedule Full time

Job Type Regular

Description

Join Our Team as a Chief Engineer!

Ready to be the hero behind the scenes? Step up as our Chief Engineer and unleash your technical wizardry! In this pivotal role, you’ll keep things humming by making sure our equipment is always in top shape—ensuring guests are happy, costs stay in check, and everything runs like clockwork. If you love cracking tough problems and leading a stellar crew, get ready to shine and make a real impact on our property’s success!

Key Skills & Responsibilities:

• Maintenance Marvel: Keep every room and public space in tip-top shape—sparkling, shiny, and up to company standards!
• Team Captain: Lead, train, and cheer on the engineering squad, scheduling shifts and inspiring top performance.
• Safety Superhero: Run fire safety inspections and epic drills, making sure everyone stays safe and sound.
• Guest Service Star: Jump to the rescue for maintenance requests and boost those rave-worthy guest service scores!
• Property Guardian: Patrol the grounds, tackle debris, sort out the "Lost and Found", and keep everything glowing.
• Trusted Ambassador: Access sensitive areas and represent the company with trust and so und judgment, every day.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 5+ years hotel/related experience, or 2-year degree with 3+ years, or 4-year degree with 2+ years
• Supervisory experience required
• Current certifications as required (e.g., HVAC, pool, electrical)
• Licensed to operate/repair boilers and chillers per local laws
• Valid driver’s license
• Strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Calm under pressure
• Financial and arithmetic proficiency

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

PROPERTY INFORMATION:

If you're looking for a place where your work is valued and your well-being is a priority, consider joining us at the Doubletree Albuquerque! Our hotel is conveniently located just blocks from the vibrant downtown area and is directly connected to the Albuquerque Convention Center via an underground concourse. You'll be within easy reach of Old Town and ABQ BioPark, and only a short, 10-minute drive from Albuquerque International Sunport. We believe in supporting our associates every step of the way. Enjoy a comfortable breakroom to relax and recharge, secure lockers with locks for your personal items, and a hot meal every shift—whether it's lunch or dinner, depending on your schedule. Free parking makes getting to work a breeze, and our monthly Thankful Thursday events and ongoing recognition programs ensure your contributions are celebrated. Plus, our quarterly rallies and team-building celebrations bring everyone together for fun and connection.