Full Time Maintenance - Sonesta Blue Ash

GetHired, Inc.; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GetHired, Inc. is seeking a Head of Maintenance to lead the hotel’s maintenance and engineering operations, directing preventive maintenance programs and asset management. You will oversee critical systems, safety compliance, and capital planning while partnering with other departments to ensure guest satisfaction.

The role requires 5+ years in hospitality maintenance with 2–3 years in supervision, plus budgeting and vendor management experience. A technical certification or degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or degree in engineering, facilities management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive maintenance experience in hospitality or a similar environment.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Experience with budgeting, capital planning, and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for maintenance and engineering operations.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance and asset management programs.
• Oversee HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and life-safety systems.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and OSHA requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections for quality, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Oversee vendor relationships, contracts, and third-party providers.
• Maintain and enforce maintenance policies and SOPs.
• Analyze maintenance data to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Collaborate with housekeeping and other departments to support guest satisfaction.
• Ensure documentation of maintenance activities using work order systems.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance management

HVAC systems

Budgeting

Vendor management

Safety compliance

Operational excellence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification or degree in engineering/facilities management

Job description

Position SummaryThe Head of Maintenance is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operationalperformance of the hotel’s maintenance department. This role ensures all building systems, facilities, andequipment are maintained to the highest standards of safety, functionality, and guest satisfaction. TheHead of Maintenance oversees preventive maintenance programs, capital planning, budget management,and regulatory compliance to support operational excellence and long-term asset preservation.Essential FunctionsThe essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all maintenance and engineering operations• Develop and implement comprehensive preventive maintenance and asset managementprograms• Oversee the operation, repair, and lifecycle management of HVAC, plumbing, electrical,mechanical, and life safety systems• Ensure compliance with all building codes, safety regulations, brand standards, and OSHArequirements• Conduct routine inspections of facilities and systems to ensure quality, safety, and operationalefficiency• Oversee and manage vendor relationships, contracts, and third-party service providers• Develop and enforce maintenance policies, procedures, and standard operating practices• Analyze maintenance data and trends to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and control costs• Respond to and oversee resolution of complex or high-impact maintenance issues andemergencies• Collaborate with housekeeping, front office, and other departments to support seamlessoperations and guest satisfaction• Ensure proper documentation of maintenance activities using work order systems• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement• Ensure proper upkeep of exterior areas, grounds, and all public and back-of-house spaces• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and report to work as scheduledEducation and Experience• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or degree in engineering, facilitiesmanagement, or related field preferred• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive maintenance experience in hospitality or a similarenvironment• Minimum of 2–3 years of supervisory or management experience• Experience with budgeting, capital planning, and vendor management• Strong knowledge of building systems and hotel operations