Hotel Chief Engineer: Lead Building Systems & Safety

Embassy Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Embassy Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs is seeking an experienced Hotel Chief Engineer to lead the physical plant, building systems, and maintenance operations. You will oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and safety compliance, manage a maintenance team, and drive preventative programs and budgeting to ensure guest comfort and reliability across the property.

With 3–5+ years in facilities or engineering management at hotels or large commercial buildings, you’ll coordinate with vendors, uphold

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of facilities or engineering management experience in a hotel, resort, or large commercial building.
• Education: High school diploma or GED; trade school certificate or engineering degree preferred.
• Certifications: trade-specific licenses (HVAC, CPO for pool ops, electrical, or stationary engineer) per local laws.
• Strong troubleshooting, BAS knowledge, budget management, and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, boiler, chiller, pool/spa, and refrigeration systems.
• Develop and execute scheduled maintenance programs for guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house equipment.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal codes, OSHA, and NFPA standards.
• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise engineering and maintenance staff.
• Manage departmental budgets, monitor energy consumption, and assist with capital planning and vendor management.
• Act as primary technical lead during property emergencies, power outages, or equipment failures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

BAS knowledge

Budget management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

NA

Job description

Embassy Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs is seeking an experienced Hotel Chief Engineer to lead the physical plant, building systems, and maintenance operations. You will oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and safety compliance, manage a maintenance team, and drive preventative programs and budgeting to ensure guest comfort and reliability across the property.

With 3–5+ years in facilities or engineering management at hotels or large commercial buildings, you’ll coordinate with vendors, uphold