Head of Hotel Engineering & Maintenance

Ascent Hospitality; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401k with employer MATCH

Paid PTO

Uniforms Provided

Team Member Hotel Discount Program

Job summary

Ascent Hospitality seeks a seasoned Chief Engineer to supervise hotel maintenance, oversee the engineering team, and coordinate preventative maintenance, renovations, and safety standards across the property. The role emphasizes leadership, budget awareness, and proactive problem-solving to ensure guest satisfaction and smooth operations.

The Chief Engineer will work with contractors on renovations, manage assets, and uphold life safety systems and building operations in a dynamic hospitality

Qualifications

• College degree or college courses related to engineering helpful.
• Vocational schooling, certification and/or related experience in HVAC, plumbing and carpentry.
• 3+ years hands on experience.
• Hotel experience preferred. Knowledge of hotel operations.
• Leadership skills.
• Effective verbal and written communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a smooth operation and guest experience.
• Monitor compliance with state building codes and OSHA safety codes and evacuation standards.
• Direct maintenance staff and assign tasks.
• Manage budget and labor expenses.
• Schedule remodeling and refurbishing projects.
• Perform preventive maintenance and maintain mechanical logs.
• Coordinate hotel emergency procedures with GM and Engineering leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal & Written Communication

Education

College degree or relevant coursework

HVAC/Plumbing/Carpentry training

Job description

Ascent Hospitality seeks a seasoned Chief Engineer to supervise hotel maintenance, oversee the engineering team, and coordinate preventative maintenance, renovations, and safety standards across the property. The role emphasizes leadership, budget awareness, and proactive problem-solving to ensure guest satisfaction and smooth operations.

The Chief Engineer will work with contractors on renovations, manage assets, and uphold life safety systems and building operations in a dynamic hospitality