Hotel Engineering Director - Hands-on, Guest-Focused Ops

Blue Water Business Consulting

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

Blue Water Business Consulting is seeking a Director of Engineering for a newly renovated Los Angeles area hotel. You will supervise operations, maintenance, and repair of facilities, equipment, and tools, combining hands-on leadership with proactive management to ensure smooth daily performance.

This role requires coordinating engineering staff, ensuring guest satisfaction, and maintaining safety and corporate standards.

Qualifications

  • Associate degree or equivalent preferred in maintenance or engineering fields.
  • 5+ years hotel experience required.
  • 3+ years hands-on electrical, plumbing, mechanical and HVAC repairs.
  • Ability to read, speak and write English for guest and staff communication.
  • Experience sourcing vendors for skilled tasks.
  • Mechanical aptitude for operation and repair of hotel equipment.
  • Boiler license and CMP certification preferred.
  • Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 100 pounds.
  • Flexibility to work varying schedules in hospitality.

Responsibilities

  • Supervising the maintenance team’s day-to-day operations.
  • Overseeing installation and maintenance of equipment.
  • Planning, scheduling, and prioritizing maintenance team operations.
  • Ensuring guests receive prompt, professional service.
  • Ensuring facilities and amenities meet corporate standards.
  • Reporting major repairs to management.
  • Preparing reports on maintenance topics for hotel management.
  • Performing regular property, equipment, and facilities inspections.
  • Coordinating responses to maintenance-related inquiries and issues.
  • Supervising, training, and developing maintenance staff.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude
English proficiency
Vendor sourcing
Staff development
Electrical & HVAC
Safety compliance

Education

Associate’s degree in Building Maintenance, Technology, or a related field
Boiler license (stationary engineer)
CMP certification

Job description

Blue Water Business Consulting is seeking a Director of Engineering for a newly renovated Los Angeles area hotel. You will supervise operations, maintenance, and repair of facilities, equipment, and tools, combining hands-on leadership with proactive management to ensure smooth daily performance.

This role requires coordinating engineering staff, ensuring guest satisfaction, and maintaining safety and corporate standards.

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