Hotel Chief Engineer: Lead Maintenance & Life-Safety

Merritt Hospitality, LLC d/b/a HEI Hotels & Resorts; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental benefits

Vacation and holidays

Pet insurance

401(k) with matching

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Chief Engineer to supervise preventive maintenance and capital projects for a Orlando property. You will manage life safety systems, utilities, and the mechanical/electrical infrastructure, ensuring compliance with brand standards and local codes.

The role requires 3+ years of hands-on building trades experience, hotel maintenance familiarity, and strong leadership to guide a diverse engineering team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in building trades (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry).
• Hotel/large-site maintenance experience preferred.
• Knowledge of building systems, life safety, budgeting, and PM programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preventive maintenance of building systems and equipment.
• Monitor life safety systems and utilities, ensuring compliance with codes.
• Manage engineering staff: hire, train, and supervise; assign tasks and review performance.
• Maintain records for capital projects, budget, and inspections.
• Ensure safe, clean, energy-efficient engineering spaces and grounds.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Carpentry

Plumbing

Leadership

Communication

Education

Vocational training

Military training

Tools

MS Office

Job description

HEI Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Chief Engineer to supervise preventive maintenance and capital projects for a Orlando property. You will manage life safety systems, utilities, and the mechanical/electrical infrastructure, ensuring compliance with brand standards and local codes.

The role requires 3+ years of hands-on building trades experience, hotel maintenance familiarity, and strong leadership to guide a diverse engineering team.