Hotel Chief Engineer

Buffalo Lodging Associates, LLC; Canton (MA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid vacation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Travel discounts

Job summary

Buffalo Lodging Associates, LLC, located in Canton, MA, is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to oversee property maintenance and foster a culture of excellence. The successful candidate will perform preventive maintenance, supervise staff, and ensure a safe environment for guests.

The role offers competitive hourly pay of $28-34, benefits including medical insurance, and growth opportunities within a reputable hotel management company.

Qualifications

• Three years of supervisory experience in a hotel or related field.
• Strong mechanical skills required for various maintenance tasks.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on hotel equipment.
• Maintain work order systems and track progress.
• Supervise and manage the Maintenance Assistant.
• Evaluate and select quality vendors for maintenance work.

Skills

Supervisory experience

General mechanical skills

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing skills

Education

Vocational training preferred

Tools

HVAC systems

Plumbing tools

Job description

Overview

We are currently looking for an experienced Chief Engineer to join our team at Homewood Suites Canton! This hotel is one of the 50 hotel properties owned and managed by the award‑winning hotel management company, Buffalo Lodging Associates.

Buffalo Lodging Associates, a hotel management company based out of Canton, MA, has put an emphasis on true hospitality since being founded in 1996. While building an extensive portfolio of 50 hotels, we’ve partnered with the most respected hotel brands in the business including Marriott International, Hilton Worldwide, InterContinental Hotels Group, Choice Hotel International and Radisson Hotels. The core and heart of our company lies within our dedicated associates, for we wouldn’t be an award‑winning company without each and every one of them.

A GROWING HOTEL MANAGEMENT COMPANY – COME JOIN US!

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• $28-34 per hour
• Paid vacation, sick days and holidays
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Travel discounts on our branded properties
• Career growth opportunities

Role

The Chief Engineer takes ownership and pride in the maintenance of the property while fostering the Buffalo Lodging Associates (BLA) culture and values – Excellence, Passion, Integrity, Inclusive. Candidates must have open availability, including weekends, as shifts vary. This position also requires emergency on‑call coverage.

Responsibilities

• Creating a safe and appealing property by completing routine preventative maintenance on laundry equipment, heating and air conditioning units, ice machines, fire extinguishers, fire and smoke alarms, lawn sprinkler, lawn equipment, exercise equipment and plumbing.
• Maintaining work order assignment boards and tracking completed and pending work orders, following up on all incomplete work orders to inform the requesting guest or department of the status.
• Evaluating and selecting quality vendors that are reliable and provide good value for their price.
• Supervising the Maintenance Assistant on site, including interviewing, hiring, training, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining; planning, assigning, directing work, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

What You Bring

• At least three years of supervisory or lead mechanic experience in a hotel or related field.
• Demonstrated general mechanical skills.
• Basic repair, painting, wall covering, HVAC, electrical work, plumbing, boiler operation, pool maintenance and general maintenance skills.
• Vocational training is preferred but not required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving history subject to company approval.

Buffalo Lodging provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination.