Hotel Engineering Lead: Maintenance, Safety & Ops

SpringHill Suites - Montgomery; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Montgomery Downtown in Montgomery, AL is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering Department and oversee the maintenance, safety, and overall physical condition of the hotel.

This hands-on leadership role requires managing preventive maintenance, supervising a technical team, coordinating with vendors, supporting capital projects, and ensuring compliance with brand standards while delivering a safe, clean, and guest-friendly property.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the daily operations of the hotel's Engineering and Maintenance Department.
• Supervise, train, coach, and develop Engineering Team members to deliver consistent, high-quality work.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance programs for the hotel.
• Inspect guest suites, public areas, fitness areas, guest laundry, back-of-house areas, exterior spaces, equipment, and building systems to identify maintenance needs.
• Troubleshoot and oversee repairs involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, life-safety, and general building systems.
• Respond promptly to maintenance emergencies and critical equipment issues.
• Prioritize and manage maintenance work orders, ensuring timely completion and appropriate documentation.
• Maintain accurate engineering logs, inspection records, preventative maintenance schedules, and equipment documentation.
• Monitor and maintain the hotel's HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, water, fire/life-safety, and other building systems.
• Manage maintenance tools, equipment, inventory, parts, and supplies to support efficient department operations.
• Coordinate and supervise outside vendors, contractors, inspections, and service providers.
• Assist with budgeting, purchasing, cost control, and planning for Engineering Department needs.
• Support property improvement projects, renovations, capital projects, and equipment replacements.
• Ensure compliance with Marriott brand standards, company policies, safety requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Conduct regular property inspections and identify opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, appearance, and guest satisfaction.
• Partner with the General Manager and hotel leadership team to address maintenance priorities and property needs.
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness, and exceptional guest service.
• Ensure the hotel maintains a clean, safe, comfortable, and well-functioning environment that exceeds guest expectations.

Job description

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Montgomery Downtown in Montgomery, AL is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering Department and oversee the maintenance, safety, and overall physical condition of the hotel.

This hands-on leadership role requires managing preventive maintenance, supervising a technical team, coordinating with vendors, supporting capital projects, and ensuring compliance with brand standards while delivering a safe, clean, and guest-friendly property.