Hotel Chief Engineer: Lead Maintenance & Energy Efficiency

Commonwealth Hotels; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Marriott room discounts for you and/or

Career growth within a growing hotel管理

Supportive, team-oriented work culture

Job summary

Commonwealth Hotels seeks a hands-on Chief Engineer for the SpringHill Suites Louisville Airport to keep the building safe, comfortable, and running at its best. You will lead the maintenance program, protect assets, and help deliver the Marriott guest experience.

The role requires 3+ years of engineering experience in hotels or commercial buildings, including supervisory responsibility, with strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life-safety systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hotel or commercial building engineering experience, including 1+ year in a supervisory role.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life safety systems.
• Ability to read and troubleshoot mechanical systems and use a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) or work order software.

Responsibilities

• Lead all engineering and maintenance operations for the hotel, including guest suites, public areas, back-of-house, and exterior grounds.
• Run preventive maintenance programs for HVAC (including PTACs/heat pumps), plumbing, electrical, boilers, water heaters, elevators, pool and spa equipment, fire/life safety systems, kitchen and laundry equipment, and building automation
• Respond quickly to guest-facing repairs and emergencies, and prioritize work orders so rooms stay in service
• Manage the engineering budget, including purchasing, vendor and contractor relationships, and parts and supply inventory
• Maintain compliance with Marriott brand standards, health and safety codes, and OSHA requirements; keep inspections, logs, and certifications current
• Oversee energy management and water conservation efforts to control utility costs
• Plan and track capital projects, renovations, and room refurbishment programs with the General Manager
• Supervise, train, and schedule maintenance staff; foster a strong safety culture
• Prepare for and pass brand quality assurance, fire marshal, health department, and insurance inspections
• Partner with Housekeeping, Front Desk, and Sales to keep rooms ready and the property presentable

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Plumbing

Electrical systems

Life safety systems

CMMS familiarity

Budgeting

Communication skills

Supervisory experience

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Commonwealth Hotels seeks a hands-on Chief Engineer for the SpringHill Suites Louisville Airport to keep the building safe, comfortable, and running at its best. You will lead the maintenance program, protect assets, and help deliver the Marriott guest experience.

The role requires 3+ years of engineering experience in hotels or commercial buildings, including supervisory responsibility, with strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life-safety systems.