Hotel Engineering Lead: Maintenance & Systems Expert

TownePlace Suites San Jose Downtown; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare including Medical, Dental, 

HSA & FSA plans available!

Dependent care FSA

Identity Theft Protection Insurance

Commuter benefits including transit & 

Pet Insurance

PTO and Payroll Incentives for Annual

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Subscriptions

401(k) Retirement plan

Job summary

Island Hospitality is seeking a Chief Engineer for our hotel who enjoys resolving problems, working with their hands, and general building maintenance. This role may require flexible scheduling.

You will troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems; conduct preventative maintenance; supervise maintenance staff; and ensure guest satisfaction aligns with brand standards. A background in hotel maintenance and leadership is preferred.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated team player with strong initiative and desire for achievement.
• Ability to work well in stressful situations and follow all safety procedures while working.
• Ability to extend professionalism and courtesy to guests at all times.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting and repairing malfunctions in electrical/mechanical/plumbing systems & other hotel equipment
• Conducting ongoing room preventative maintenance
• Resolving maintenance problems, complaints, and work orders to prioritize and schedule work
• Carpentry and painting skills, as well as drywall and carpet repair work, is a plus
• Inspecting property to identify potential and current needs
• Ensuring department expenditures meet budget requirements
• Soliciting bids from contractors and evaluating their proposals with hotel management
• Coordinating with local health, safety, fire, and building inspectors to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations
• Ensure pool is properly maintained to include cleanliness and chemical content
• Maintaining the building exterior if not serviced by a contractor (e.g. lawn care, painting, etc)
• Supervising and scheduling of maintenance staff
• Maintain guest satisfaction scores at brand standard or higher and all Internal Audit/Corporate standards set forth by Island Hospitality

Skills

Team player

Problem solving

Safety procedures

Guest interaction

Job description

Island Hospitality is seeking a Chief Engineer for our hotel who enjoys resolving problems, working with their hands, and general building maintenance. This role may require flexible scheduling.

You will troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems; conduct preventative maintenance; supervise maintenance staff; and ensure guest satisfaction aligns with brand standards. A background in hotel maintenance and leadership is preferred.