Embassy Suites Valencia - Chief Engineer OEM

Aimbridge Hospitality; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; 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 an all-suite hotel in Valencia, CA. The role focuses on keeping equipment in top condition, controlling costs, and ensuring smooth daily operations to deliver guest satisfaction.

The Chief Engineer will lead the engineering team, perform safety inspections, and handle complex maintenance tasks while representing the brand with professionalism and integrity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years hotel-related experience with supervisory responsibilities.
• Certifications in HVAC, pool operations, and electrical work as required.
• Licensed to operate and repair boilers and chillers per local laws.

Responsibilities

• Maintain guest rooms and public spaces to brand standards.
• Lead, train, and schedule the engineering team for shifts.
• Conduct fire safety inspections and drills.
• Respond to maintenance requests to protect guest satisfaction.
• Patrol grounds and manage Lost and Found; ensure upkeep.
• Represent the company with trust and sound judgment in daily operations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Problem solving

Communication skills

Safety inspections

HVAC certification

Electrical knowledge

Boiler/chiller license

Education

High School Diploma

2-year degree + 3+ years

4-year degree + 2+ years

HVAC certification

Job 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 sound 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

Benefits

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

Just off Freeway 5, minutes from Six Flags Magic Mountain theme park, and less than 45 minutes from downtown Los Angeles, this all-suite hotel in Valencia, CA offers contemporary comfort and excellent service. Guests can get a bright start to the day when they choose their favorite foods at the complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast. The Evening Reception gives guests the chance to unwind over complimentary drinks and snacks served in the hotel's lush, open-air atrium.