Hospitality Engineering Manager | Lead Maintenance

White Lodging; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid Parental Leave

Affordable $2/day Medical insurance

Unlimited referral bonuses

Vacation/PTO with rollover

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

White Lodging in Austin, TX seeks a Maintenance Manager to lead hotel engineering operations, ensuring safety, reliability, and guest satisfaction. You will oversee maintenance programs, read blueprints, supervise technical staff, and collaborate with risk management to safeguard assets.

This role requires strong leadership, a hands-on approach, and a commitment to doing things right the first time. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within premium-brand properties.

Qualifications

• Understanding of blueprints, specifications, and operating instructions.
• A positive attitude and passion for doing things right the first time.
• Strong technical experience and leadership in hospitality engineering or facilities management.

Responsibilities

• The Maintenance Manager reports to the Director of Engineering and assists with hotel maintenance and protection, guest and associate satisfaction, as well as the financial performance of the department.
• Ensure the hotel’s maintenance and upkeep standards meet WL, Brand, and Guest standards
• Proactively follow specific departmental procedures in performing repair, maintenance, alteration, and installation work in a safe and neat manner
• Determine defects, troubleshoot malfunctions, take necessary corrective action, and record same following specific departmental procedures
• Possess the ability to read and use blueprints, diagrams, operations manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications
• Responsible for maintaining key inventories and procedures in coordination with risk management
• Additional responsibilities as determined by the Director of Engineering

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety culture

Leadership experience

Facilities management

Technical troubleshooting

Job description

Description

Summary:

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is how you make people feel. That’s where you come in. You’ll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow.

Responsibilities:

What You'll Do

• The Maintenance Manager reports to the Director of Engineering and assists with hotel maintenance and protection, guest and associate satisfaction, as well as the financial performance of the department.
  
  

Know the White Lodging Way for Engineering, housekeeping, and food service operations

• Ensure the hotel’s maintenance and upkeep standards meet WL, Brand, and Guest standards
• Proactively follow specific departmental procedures in performing repair, maintenance, alteration, and installation work in a safe and neat manner
• Determine defects, troubleshoot malfunctions, take necessary corrective action, and record same following specific departmental procedures
• Possess the ability to read and use blueprints, diagrams, operations manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications
• Responsible for maintaining key inventories and procedures in coordination with risk management
• Additional responsibilities as determined by the Director of Engineering
  
  

What You'll Bring

• Understanding of blueprints, specifications, and operating instructions
• A positive attitude and passion for doing things right the first time
• Strong technical experience between schooling and equivalent work experience; previous leadership experience preferred
• A focus on safety and customer service
• Progressive experience in hospitality engineering or facilities management required
  
  

Other information:

• Day 1 Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Affordable $2/day Medical insurance with free wellness care
• Unlimited referral bonuses
• Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
• Tuition reimbursement
  
  

White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates. Apply Now and a recruiter will be in touch within 48-hours. Get ready to shine.