Hotel Chief Engineer

Residence Inn by Marriott Pittsburgh Monroeville/Wilkins Township; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Residence Inn by Marriott Pittsburgh Monroeville/Wilkins Township is seeking a dynamic Hotel Chief Engineer to lead maintenance and engineering operations across all hotel facilities. You will supervise the maintenance team, implement CMMS-driven maintenance programs, and oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems to ensure safety and reliability.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive technical knowledge, and the ability to manage large facility projects from planning

Qualifications

• Experience leading maintenance teams in hospitality or manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with electrical experience (high/low voltage).
• Experience with HVAC, electrical, plumbing systems.
• Familiarity with CMMS and scheduling for preventive maintenance.
• Ability to read schematics and technical manuals and troubleshoot industrial equipment.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and building codes relevant to facilities management.
• Excellent English communication and coordination with vendors and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage large facility projects from planning to execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the maintenance team to ensure timely repairs and preventive maintenance across all hotel facilities.
• Develop and implement maintenance programs using CMMS to track work orders and asset management.
• Oversee operation and troubleshooting of HVAC systems, electrical circuits (high/low voltage), plumbing, and mechanical equipment.
• Manage projects related to facility upgrades, renovations, or new installations with strong project management practices.
• Ensure safety compliance by conducting regular inspections of electrical systems, industrial machinery, and building infrastructure.
• Utilize ohmmeters for electrical diagnostics and PLCs for automation systems troubleshooting.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, safety inspections, and equipment performance to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Facility management

CMMS

HVAC systems

Electrical systems (HV/LV)

Troubleshooting

Project management

Safety compliance

Reading schematics

PLC automation

English communication

Tools

CMMS

Ohmmeters

Programmable logic controllers (PLCs)

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Hotel Chief Engineer to lead our maintenance and engineering operations, ensuring the seamless functioning of all hotel facilities. This pivotal role involves overseeing the maintenance, repair, and safety of the hotel’s infrastructure, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), and industrial systems. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional management skills, technical expertise, and leadership qualities to maintain a safe, efficient, and guest-friendly environment. Join us to drive excellence in facilities management while fostering a culture of innovation and operational efficiency.

Duties

• Lead and supervise the maintenance team to ensure timely repairs and preventive maintenance across all hotel facilities.
• Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance programs utilizing CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to track work orders and asset management.
• Oversee the operation and troubleshooting of HVAC systems, electrical circuits (including high voltage and low voltage systems), plumbing, and mechanical equipment.
• Manage projects related to facility upgrades, renovations, or new installations with effective project management practices.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards by conducting regular inspections of electrical systems (including schematics), industrial machinery, and building infrastructure.
• Utilize tools such as ohmmeters for electrical diagnostics and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) for automation systems troubleshooting.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, safety inspections, and equipment performance to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

• Strong management experience with proven leadership in supervising maintenance teams within a hospitality or manufacturing environment.
• Extensive mechanical knowledge combined with electrical experience covering high voltage and low voltage systems.
• Proficiency in using CMMS software for maintenance management and scheduling.
• Skilled in reading schematics, technical manuals, and troubleshooting industrial equipment using tools like ohmmeters.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems operation, repair, and preventative maintenance strategies.
• Familiarity with facilities management practices including safety protocols, building codes, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication skills in English to coordinate effectively with team members, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated project management ability to oversee large-scale facility projects from planning through execution. Join us as our Hotel Chief Engineer to lead innovative facility solutions that enhance guest experiences while ensuring operational excellence!