Hotel Chief Engineer

SpringHill Suites - Montgomery; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Montgomery Downtown in Montgomery, AL is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering Department and oversee the maintenance, safety, and overall physical condition of the hotel.

This hands-on leadership role requires managing preventive maintenance, supervising a technical team, coordinating with vendors, supporting capital projects, and ensuring compliance with brand standards while delivering a safe, clean, and guest-friendly property.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the daily operations of the hotel's Engineering and Maintenance Department.
• Supervise, train, coach, and develop Engineering Team members to deliver consistent, high-quality work.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance programs for the hotel.
• Inspect guest suites, public areas, fitness areas, guest laundry, back-of-house areas, exterior spaces, equipment, and building systems to identify maintenance needs.
• Troubleshoot and oversee repairs involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, life-safety, and general building systems.
• Respond promptly to maintenance emergencies and critical equipment issues.
• Prioritize and manage maintenance work orders, ensuring timely completion and appropriate documentation.
• Maintain accurate engineering logs, inspection records, preventative maintenance schedules, and equipment documentation.
• Monitor and maintain the hotel's HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, water, fire/life-safety, and other building systems.
• Manage maintenance tools, equipment, inventory, parts, and supplies to support efficient department operations.
• Coordinate and supervise outside vendors, contractors, inspections, and service providers.
• Assist with budgeting, purchasing, cost control, and planning for Engineering Department needs.
• Support property improvement projects, renovations, capital projects, and equipment replacements.
• Ensure compliance with Marriott brand standards, company policies, safety requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Conduct regular property inspections and identify opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, appearance, and guest satisfaction.
• Partner with the General Manager and hotel leadership team to address maintenance priorities and property needs.
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness, and exceptional guest service.
• Ensure the hotel maintains a clean, safe, comfortable, and well-functioning environment that exceeds guest expectations.

Job description

Location: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Montgomery Downtown, Montgomery, AL

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 annually (Compensation is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and overall background)

Join our SpringHill Suites team in Montgomery, AL, as a Chief Engineer and Build a Career with Ascent Hospitality!

Ascent Hospitality owns and operates a portfolio of 42 award winning Hotels located in 5 states- Alabama, Indiana, Georgia, Mississippi and Tennessee.

Visit our website ascent-hospitality.com to learn more!

SpringHill Suites, a part of Ascent Hospitality, is seeking an experienced, hands-on, and results-driven Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering Department and oversee the maintenance, safety, and overall physical condition of the hotel.

The Chief Engineer is responsible for ensuring all hotel systems, equipment, facilities, guest suites, public areas, and building systems are maintained to high standards while leading preventative maintenance efforts, managing repairs, supporting property improvement projects, and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for guests and team members.

Work at One of Montgomery's Premier Downtown Hotels

Join the Marriott family and take a leadership role in maintaining a beautiful, safe, and well-functioning all-suite property in the heart of downtown Montgomery while building a rewarding career with a growing hospitality management company. Marriott describes the property as a new downtown hotel with spacious guest suites and modern amenities.

Make an Impact Every Day

At SpringHill Suites, the Chief Engineer plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the hotel operates safely, efficiently, and in accordance with brand and company standards. If you are a hands-on engineering professional who enjoys problem-solving, leading a team, and taking ownership of a property's physical operations, we would love to meet you.

What You Will Do:

• Lead and oversee the daily operations of the hotel's Engineering and Maintenance Department.
• Supervise, train, coach, and develop Engineering Team members to deliver consistent, high-quality work.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance programs for the hotel.
• Inspect guest suites, public areas, fitness areas, guest laundry, back-of-house areas, exterior spaces, equipment, and building systems to identify maintenance needs.
• Troubleshoot and oversee repairs involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, life-safety, and general building systems.
• Respond promptly to maintenance emergencies and critical equipment issues.
• Prioritize and manage maintenance work orders, ensuring timely completion and appropriate documentation.
• Maintain accurate engineering logs, inspection records, preventative maintenance schedules, and equipment documentation.
• Monitor and maintain the hotel's HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, water, fire/life-safety, and other building systems.
• Manage maintenance tools, equipment, inventory, parts, and supplies to support efficient department operations.
• Coordinate and supervise outside vendors, contractors, inspections, and service providers.
• Assist with budgeting, purchasing, cost control, and planning for Engineering Department needs.
• Support property improvement projects, renovations, capital projects, and equipment replacements.
• Ensure compliance with Marriott brand standards, company policies, safety requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Conduct regular property inspections and identify opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, appearance, and guest satisfaction.
• Partner with the General Manager and hotel leadership team to address maintenance priorities and property needs.
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness, and exceptional guest service.
• Ensure the hotel maintains a clean, safe, comfortable, and well-functioning environment that exceeds guest expectations.

Ascent Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)