Hotel Chief Engineer — Lead Maintenance & Systems

Dimension Hospitality Group; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dimension Hospitality Group is seeking a hands-on Chief Engineer to lead the hotel’s maintenance and engineering team, overseeing building systems and preventive maintenance to ensure safety and reliability. You will model strong technical leadership, manage budgets, and partner with hotel leadership to support guest satisfaction and operations.

You will supervise daily repairs, inspections, and vendor relationships, while championing safety, compliance, and a well‑organized shop.

Qualifications

• Previous engineering or maintenance leadership experience required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Organized, dependable, and safety focused.
• Able to lead, train, and motivate a maintenance team.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Comfortable working hands on and managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to lift, move, climb, and work with tools and equipment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible to work any shifts including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the maintenance and engineering team.
• Oversee daily repairs, work orders, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Ensure proper operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life safety systems.
• Conduct regular property inspections and identify maintenance needs.
• Manage department budgeting, inventory, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with safety, fire, and regulatory standards.
• Support maintenance team with troubleshooting and project work.
• Respond quickly to urgent issues and guest impact situations.
• Coordinate effectively with hotel leadership and all departments.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized engineering shop and work areas.

Skills

Leadership

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Safety focus

Shift flexibility

Job description

Dimension Hospitality Group is seeking a hands-on Chief Engineer to lead the hotel’s maintenance and engineering team, overseeing building systems and preventive maintenance to ensure safety and reliability. You will model strong technical leadership, manage budgets, and partner with hotel leadership to support guest satisfaction and operations.

You will supervise daily repairs, inspections, and vendor relationships, while championing safety, compliance, and a well‑organized shop.