Hotel Chief Engineer - Lead Maintenance & Safety

VISTA HOST INC; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive incentives

Paid time off

Health insurance

Life insurance

401k program

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Career growth

Job summary

Vista Host Inc. is seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee the hotel's building, grounds, and mechanical/electrical systems, ensuring safety, compliance, and high guest experience.

The role requires hands-on leadership, staff training, and coordination with other departments to maintain operational reliability and asset integrity across guest rooms and public areas. Strong technical skills in electrical, plumbing, and HVAC are preferred, with prior hotel maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively in English, both written and verbally.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Prior hotel maintenance experience with strong electrical, plumbing, and HVAC knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Maintain maintenance standards for guest rooms and public areas per company/franchise guidelines.
• Train maintenance personnel and provide basic training to other staff as needed.
• Review and resolve maintenance problems, complaints, and work orders with prioritized scheduling.
• Ensure property and equipment are maintained safely, with repairs per manufacturer specs.
• Uphold safety and security programs, including HazMat, Bloodborne Pathogens, SDS, OSHA compliance.
• Maintain pool cleanliness, appearance, and chemical balance; complete maintenance logs.
• Function as an independent mechanic to analyze problems, identify solutions, and repair to a high standard.
• Respond to emergencies to protect guests, staff, and building systems.
• Monitor fire alarm and life safety systems and respond to emergencies appropriately.
• Solicit bids from contractors, evaluate proposals, ensure specs compliance, and verify liability insurance.
• Maintain exterior areas, grounds, and landscaping for a presentable, safe environment.
• Maintain thorough maintenance logs, inventory, and requisition parts/supplies.
• Implement and maintain a preventive maintenance program for ongoing upkeep.
• Perform or assist with periodic cleaning projects as scheduled.
• Support energy management programs to optimize resource use.
• Assist other departments as needed and perform other related duties.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Leadership

English communication

Job description

Vista Host Inc. is seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee the hotel's building, grounds, and mechanical/electrical systems, ensuring safety, compliance, and high guest experience.

The role requires hands-on leadership, staff training, and coordination with other departments to maintain operational reliability and asset integrity across guest rooms and public areas. Strong technical skills in electrical, plumbing, and HVAC are preferred, with prior hotel maintenance experience.