Hands-On Chief Maintenance Engineer – Hotel Ops Lead

Dayton AC; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K

PTO

Paid Birthday

Annual Bonus Plan

Job summary

Shaner Hotels’ AC Hotel Dayton in the Water Street District of Dayton, Ohio, seeks a hands-on Chief Maintenance Engineer to own the hotel’s maintenance, repairs, and building systems. This role offers a full benefits package and the chance to lead a small team in a premier downtown property.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in hotel engineering/maintenance, solid knowledge of building systems, and strong problem-solving skills. Weekend/evening shifts and travel flexibility may be required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hotel engineering/maintenance experience
• Strong hands-on knowledge of building systems and maintenance
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead a small team and work independently
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Trade certification, Marriott experience, and bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, holidays, and varied shifts as needed

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside the maintenance team.
• Handle daily repairs, troubleshooting, and emergency maintenance.
• Oversee preventive maintenance for guest rooms and hotel facilities.
• Maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, mechanical, and building systems.
• Assign daily work, manage work orders, and inspect completed work.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, fire, health, safety, and building codes.
• Manage tools, equipment, supplies, and the Engineering budget.
• Train and support team members while maintaining hotel standards.
• Partner with other departments to ensure a safe and comfortable guest experience.

Skills

Hotel maintenance experience

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Trade certification

Marriott experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade training preferred

Job description

Shaner Hotels’ AC Hotel Dayton in the Water Street District of Dayton, Ohio, seeks a hands-on Chief Maintenance Engineer to own the hotel’s maintenance, repairs, and building systems. This role offers a full benefits package and the chance to lead a small team in a premier downtown property.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in hotel engineering/maintenance, solid knowledge of building systems, and strong problem-solving skills. Weekend/evening shifts and travel flexibility may be required.