Hotel Chief Engineer: Lead Maintenance, Projects & Systems

Chambers Hotel; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k Company Match

Life Insurance

Job summary

Chambers Hotel in New York seeks a Chief Engineer to lead comprehensive maintenance across the property, ensuring guest comfort and sustainability standards are met. You will supervise engineers and technicians, hire/train staff, and coordinate preventive maintenance and small-scale projects such as PIPs, while ensuring compliance with local and national codes.

Strong HVAC credentials, high school or trade school background, and a track record of delivering reliable operations are essential to

Qualifications

• Must have supervisory engineering/maintenance experience.
• HVAC certification is required.
• High School diploma or related trade school preferred.
• Other certifications may be required based on local needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance and operations to support guest comfort and sustainability standards.
• Oversee 3rd party vendors, bids, quotes, and contracts.
• Manage small projects and property improvement plans (PIPs) and report progress.
• Perform and supervise technical repairs including electrical and plumbing fixtures.
• Troubleshoot and maintain equipment and systems; install TVs where needed.
• Maintain PM records for all rooms and equipment; ensure life-safety systems are 100% operational.
• Coordinate compliance with local, state, and federal codes.
• Ensure exterior and curb appeal while following sustainability guidelines.
• Promote safety and guest satisfaction through best practices.

Skills

Supervisory experience

HVAC certification

High school diploma

Trade/maintenance background

Education

High School diploma or trade school

Job description

Chambers Hotel in New York seeks a Chief Engineer to lead comprehensive maintenance across the property, ensuring guest comfort and sustainability standards are met. You will supervise engineers and technicians, hire/train staff, and coordinate preventive maintenance and small-scale projects such as PIPs, while ensuring compliance with local and national codes.

Strong HVAC credentials, high school or trade school background, and a track record of delivering reliable operations are essential to