Hotel Engineering Lead | Preventive Maintenance & Safety

Hospitality Ventures Management Group; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

Full healthcare benefits

401(k) with 4% match

Hotel and F&B discounts

Job summary

Hospitality Ventures Management Group is seeking an Assistant Director of Engineering to lead hotel building operations, supervise the engineering team, and manage preventive maintenance for guestrooms and public spaces.

The role requires strong budgeting, scheduling, and safety compliance. You will report to the Director of Engineering and have opportunities for career advancement within the organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent vocational training.
• Five years of training as a stationary engineer.
• Five years of supervisory experience.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and fire codes; water treatment programs; blueprints; and wiring schematics.
• Building trade license or certification from the state of employment preferred.
• Ability to communicate in a second language (preferably Spanish) and computer literacy a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems (HVAC, boilers, chillers, plumbing, electrical, gas, elevators, pools, kitchen and laundry equipment, fitness equipment, guestroom locks).
• Develop and manage a preventive maintenance program for all equipment and guestrooms and train staff to carry it out.
• Assign work, schedule staff to meet business demands, monitor performance, and provide training.
• Manage parts and supplies inventory, purchase tools and equipment, approve invoices and work orders, and help control costs against budget.
• Plan and execute capital projects, enforce safety regulations, participate in safety meetings, and investigate accidents.
• Respond to guest needs and resolve guest concerns promptly, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Report to the Director of Engineering.
• Starting as an assistant director can lead to higher roles within hospitality.

Skills

Budgeting

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Flexible scheduling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent vocational training

Five years of stationary engineer training

Five years of supervisory experience

Knowledge of building codes and blueprints

State license or certification preferred

Second language ability (Spanish) a plus

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Hospitality Ventures Management Group is seeking an Assistant Director of Engineering to lead hotel building operations, supervise the engineering team, and manage preventive maintenance for guestrooms and public spaces.

The role requires strong budgeting, scheduling, and safety compliance. You will report to the Director of Engineering and have opportunities for career advancement within the organization.