Hotel Chief Engineer

Hyatt House; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Worldwide hotel discounts

401(k) retirement plan with company-mч

Professional development resources

Job summary

Hyatt House Salt Lake City Downtown is seeking a Hotel Chief Engineer to lead maintenance, repairs, and property systems at our downtown property. This role sits within an award-winning, family-owned operation managed by NCG Hospitality, and offers opportunities for professional growth and a supportive team culture.

The position emphasizes preventive maintenance, project management, and coordination with outside contractors to ensure high standards of safety and guest comfort.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of hotel/building maintenance experience.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience in preventative maintenance and repairs of mechanical, electrical, plumbing equipment.
• Supervisory or leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee preventive maintenance for equipment, guest rooms, and property systems.
• Conduct minor repairs on mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and building components.
• Serve as project manager for in-house projects, coordinating proposals, schedules, budgets, and quality control.
• Secure and supervise outside contractors, ensuring safety and quality standards.
• Maintain exterior appearance, landscaping, parking areas, and pool/spa when applicable.

Job description

Join our team, a 2025 USA Today Top Workplace Winner!

Now hiring a Hotel Chief Engineer at the Hyatt House Salt Lake City Downtown.

This position comes with a $2,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

The Hyatt House Salt Lake City Downtown is managed by NCG Hospitality, an award winning, family-owned third generation business and leader in the ownership, development, and operations of over 30 premier hospitality properties. We foster genuine customer engagement and a positive, team-oriented work culture where your contributions are valued and celebrated. We invest in you and your career development, providing tools, resources, and mentorship to help you succeed.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

How You’ll Make An Impact

Property Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform and oversee preventive maintenance programs and repairs for equipment, guest rooms, and overall property infrastructure
• Conduct minor repairs on mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and other building-related systems

Project Management

• Serve as project manager for in-house projects by gathering proposals, providing recommendations, coordinating schedules, ensuring quality control, managing budgets, and resolving issues as they arise

Contractor Oversight

• Secure and supervise outside contractors for complex equipment and building repair needs, ensuring work meets safety and quality standards

Facility & Grounds Care

• Preserve the property's exterior appearance, including landscaping, lawn care, and upkeep of parking areas
• If applicable, maintain the pool and spa in compliance with company policies, brand standards, and state and local health codes

What does success look like in this role?

• Three or more years of hotel, building, apartment, or similar maintenance environment
• High problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to implement and manage projects from inception to completion
• Supervisory experience
• Experience in preventative maintenance and general repairs of mechanical, electrical, plumbing equipment and building components
• When applicable, experience operating and maintaining a commercial pool

What Will You Get At NCG Hospitality?

We take great pride in the inclusive environment we’ve created attributing to our award-winning status, all while staying true to our core values of Growth, Fun, Trust, and Responsibility. An experience in which team members at every level are fully engaged and can see the relationship between their job responsibilities and the overall success of the Hyatt House Salt Lake City Downtown.

Career Development

• Personalized career pathing and skill development
• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Educational and certification reimbursement

Team Member Perks

• Worldwide hotel discounts and free stays at NCG Hospitality managed hotels
• Catch of the Day - earn bonuses for going above and beyond to support team and guests
• Everyone Sells - earn cash for bringing in business to our properties
• Paid Volunteer hours - Earn money for community service

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Paid sick time and Paid Time Off
• Virtual telehealth access and employee assistance resources
• Monthly health and fitness reimbursement programs

Financial Support

• Same-day pay options
• Referral bonus - earn cash for bringing great team members
• 401(k) retirement plan with 100% match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 2%
• Health Savings Account
• Structured bonus program

NCG Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We participate in E-Verify to confirm work authorization for all new hires.