Engineering Manager

The Woodlands Resort; Wild Ridge (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental

Vision Insurance

Vacation & Sick Leave

Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability (Short/Long-Term)

401(k) Matching

Hotel Room Discounts

DailyPay Access

Job summary

The Woodlands Resort is seeking an Assist Chief Engineer to manage and supervise building systems and the building envelope to ensure guest safety and operational efficiency. The role emphasizes preventative maintenance, compliance with codes, and energy‑efficient building operation.

You will oversee maintenance programs, supervise staff, and ensure timely, safe service delivery while aligning with HEI’s culture and standards across a leading Curio Collection property.

Qualifications

• Vocational training or certification in building trades (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry).
• 1 year hands-on experience at a comparable location/industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, safety and maintenance programs is expected.

Responsibilities

• Interview, hire and train staff; evaluate performance and address issues.
• Implement and schedule preventive maintenance per standards and codes.
• Prioritize service requests and monitor work to ensure safety and customer satisfaction.
• Test life safety systems to ensure 100% operational readiness.
• Monitor utilities to assess energy efficiency of systems.
• Review purchase requests and monitor department budget against goals.
• Maintain schedules, logs and records to ensure smooth operation and minimize liabilities.
• Adhere to attendance rules and be available as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Engineering leadership.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Education

Vocational training / Certification

Job description

About Us

The Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection is the perfect retreat in the Houston Area, and only 2 miles away from The Woodlands Waterway. The resort is celebrating 50 years along with The Woodlands township. At HEI, we recognize that our enormous success is solely the result of our greatest asset: Our People. Where people work is a choice. Against that choice, our greatest obligation is to ensure day in and day out that our associates have the compensation and benefits they deserve and industry leading tools, training and support that they need to excel. At HEI, simply said, we honor the privilege of our associates choosing us by investing in and making them more valuable. We value U.S. military experience.

Compensation

Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $70,000.00 Annually Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Overview

Assist Chief Engineer is responsible for the management and supervision of all building related systems and the building envelop to ensure the safety of hotel guests, associates, and vendors. Ensure compliance with company Engineering Assumptions/Culture, preventative maintenance programs and procedures, SOP’s as well as all Building/Fire/Health Department codes. Maintain building complex as energy efficiently as possible.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Interview, hire, train, recommend performance evaluations, resolve problems, provide open communication, and recommend discipline and/or termination when appropriate.


• Implement and schedule property and equipment preventive maintenance programs in compliance with corporate/franchise standards and local, state, and national codes and regulations.


• Prioritize service requests; schedule and monitor the service performed to ensure customer satisfaction, safety, and convenience.


• Test and examine the life safety systems to ensure they are 100% operational at all times.


• Monitor utility consumption to determine the effectiveness of current systems.


• Review purchase requests and monitor expenses budget to ensure goals are met/exceeded.


• Assist in the administration of the department by preparing and maintaining schedules, logs, records and other documentation to ensure a smooth operation and minimize liabilities.


• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.


• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Vocational schooling, military training, certification and/or experience in building related trades required in 1 or more of the following areas: HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Carpentry.


• 1 year of hands‑on experience at a comparable location/industry.


• Skilled in several areas such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, dry walling, painting, plumbing, roofing, and landscaping.


• Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.


• Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and to ensure accomplishment of goals.


• Able to set priorities, plan, organize, and delegate.


• Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.


• Effective verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

• HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!


• For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.


• Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off.


• HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA.


• For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.


• Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future.


• Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

Equal Opportunity

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Diversity and Inclusion

We value U.S. military experience.

Culture and Career

Recognizing that our success starts and ends with our associates under our pioneering culture of HEI Loves, we invest in and develop the most passionate and talented people in our industry. We show our “love” to our associates by providing market-leading compensation packages, generous PTO and flex-time initiatives, outstanding career development and advancement opportunities, and job-appropriate assets and resources. We’re always looking for associates who share our passion for hospitality. With a variety of world‑class brands in our portfolio, hotel locations throughout the United States, and an unparalleled suite of tools, technology, and training, we’re able to provide our associates with a truly unique opportunity to grow and build their future. Find the career that aligns with your goals by beginning your online search today. Work today, get paid today! We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.