Hotel Chief Engineer: Systems, Safety & Maintenance

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront; Melbourne Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront in Melbourne Beach, FL is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead all property maintenance and engineering operations on-site. You will supervise maintenance staff, inspect rooms and public spaces, and coordinate preventive maintenance to keep the hotel safe, efficient, and presentable.

The role includes planning capital improvements, managing vendors, and ensuring compliance with brand, local, and state regulations while supporting an excellent

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in property maintenance and building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment.
• Strong skills in troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repair of hotel-related facilities and equipment.
• Experience managing preventive maintenance programs and maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.
• Leadership abilities to supervise, train, and schedule engineering and maintenance team members.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all maintenance and engineering operations to keep hotel safe and well-presented.
• Schedule and supervise maintenance staff; inspect guest rooms and public areas.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and manage work orders and inspections.
• Plan capital improvements, manage vendors, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Respond to urgent maintenance issues and monitor energy usage and expenses.

Skills

Building systems

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Team leadership

Vendor management

Time management

CMMS/MS Office

Communication

Physical fitness

Job description

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront in Melbourne Beach, FL is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead all property maintenance and engineering operations on-site. You will supervise maintenance staff, inspect rooms and public spaces, and coordinate preventive maintenance to keep the hotel safe, efficient, and presentable.

The role includes planning capital improvements, managing vendors, and ensuring compliance with brand, local, and state regulations while supporting an excellent