Hotel Chief Engineer (Temp) - Lead Maintenance & Ops

HEI Hotels & Resorts; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental through Anthem Blue

Vision insurance through EyeMed

Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs

401(k) with matching

Hotel room discounts

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Chief Engineer to supervise preventive maintenance, life safety, and capital projects at the Freehand Los Angeles property. You will oversee mechanical/electrical systems and the physical plant, ensuring compliance with codes and brand standards.

Lead engineering staff, maintain budgets, and drive reliable operations while upholding safety, energy efficiency, and guest satisfaction across all hotel facilities.

Qualifications

• Vocational schooling/certification in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing or Carpentry.
• 3+ years hands-on experience at a comparable property.
• Hotel/operations knowledge and budgeting skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preventive maintenance and repairs of building systems.
• Manage life safety systems, utilities, and capital projects.
• Lead and develop engineering staff; ensure budget compliance.
• Maintain records for RandM Budget, PM Programs and inspections.
• Ensure safe, clean engineering spaces and effective operations.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Vocational/trade training in building trades

Tools

MS Office

Job description

HEI Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Chief Engineer to supervise preventive maintenance, life safety, and capital projects at the Freehand Los Angeles property. You will oversee mechanical/electrical systems and the physical plant, ensuring compliance with codes and brand standards.

Lead engineering staff, maintain budgets, and drive reliable operations while upholding safety, energy efficiency, and guest satisfaction across all hotel facilities.