Hospitality Engineering Leader—Platinum Service

Pathfinder Hospitality; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 53,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Birthday pay

PTO for community involvement

Health insurance

IRA match

Mental health program

Employee development

Discounted hotel stays

Job summary

Pathfinder Hospitality is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the hotel’s engineering department, overseeing maintenance of all equipment and systems. You’ll develop preventive maintenance programs, supervise technicians, and manage budgets to ensure safety, reliability, and guest satisfaction.

Ideal candidates bring leadership, strong communication, and deep knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems, with a focus on cost control and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to details and a proactive mindset.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to inspire, delegate tasks, and resolve conflicts.
• Extensive knowledge of hotel equipment and systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical components.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills to diagnose and troubleshoot complex issues.
• Budgeting and financial management to allocate resources efficiently.
• Proficiency in computer skills and maintenance management software.
• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills for vendor and team relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the hotel's engineering department and maintenance operations.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to extend equipment life.
• Direct and supervise maintenance technicians ensuring safety and quality.
• Manage budgets for supplies, equipment purchases, and contractor services.
• Prioritize requests balancing guest needs with resources and sustainability.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and ensure safety compliance.
• Prepare reports and present recommendations to management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Leadership

Communication

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Budgeting

CMMS software

Vendor relations

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Pathfinder Hospitality is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the hotel’s engineering department, overseeing maintenance of all equipment and systems. You’ll develop preventive maintenance programs, supervise technicians, and manage budgets to ensure safety, reliability, and guest satisfaction.

Ideal candidates bring leadership, strong communication, and deep knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems, with a focus on cost control and continuous improvement.