Hotel Chief Engineer – Lead Maintenance & Systems

Crescent Hotels & Resorts; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health & family benefits

401K matching

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Job summary

Crescent Hotels & Resorts in NYC is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead our engineering team and ensure the hotel remains safe, reliable, and guest-ready.

You will oversee preventive maintenance, life-safety systems, and all property equipment, while upholding corporate standards and local codes, to protect guests and assets.

The role requires 5+ years in a similar hotel position in NYC, strong leadership, and HVAC/CPO certifications.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar position at a hotel in NYC.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Experience in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, pool maintenance.
• HVAC and CPO certifications are a must; EIC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise engineering staff and maintain the hotel's facilities.
• Oversee preventive maintenance, life-safety systems, and utilities in compliance with codes.

Skills

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Pool maintenance

Leadership

Tools

HVAC certification

CPO certification

Job description

Crescent Hotels & Resorts in NYC is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead our engineering team and ensure the hotel remains safe, reliable, and guest-ready.

You will oversee preventive maintenance, life-safety systems, and all property equipment, while upholding corporate standards and local codes, to protect guests and assets.

The role requires 5+ years in a similar hotel position in NYC, strong leadership, and HVAC/CPO certifications.