Hotel Engineering Leader - Drive Maintenance & Safety

Concord Hospitality Enterprises; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition Assistance

Discounted Rooms

Training & Development

Career Growth

Job summary

Concord Hospitality is seeking a skilled Chief Engineer to lead our property engineering team in Columbus, OH. You will manage repairs, preventive maintenance, and safety programs, ensuring reliable hotel systems and guest safety while upholding Concord standards.

This leadership role requires strong personnel management, vendor coordination, and compliance with OSHA and local codes. You will mentor staff, manage budgets, and work with General Managers to maintain operational excellence across

Qualifications

• Prior hotel engineering or maintenance leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, life safety, fire protection, and HVAC operations.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and develop maintenance staff in a hospitality setting.
• Effective communicator with strong organizational and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and perform repairs and routine maintenance of hotel systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical operations.
• Oversee inventory, procurement, department budgeting, safety compliance, and annual inspections/certifications.
• Ensure all hotel accommodations meet safety standards for guests and provide a secure working environment for associates.
• Hire, train, motivate, and evaluate engineering staff; promote team development and continuous improvement.
• Maintain full compliance with Concord Hospitality and brand-specific standards and protocols.
• Communicate effectively with the General Manager, corporate leaders, and ownership regarding property conditions, needs, and safety concerns.
• Lead safety programs, preventive maintenance schedules, and energy conservation initiatives.
• Support the hotel’s Leadership Development Training and actively contribute to a culture of growth and accountability.

Skills

Hotel engineering leadership

HVAC operations

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Team development

Emergency management

Tools

Building management systems

Energy management systems

Job description

Concord Hospitality is seeking a skilled Chief Engineer to lead our property engineering team in Columbus, OH. You will manage repairs, preventive maintenance, and safety programs, ensuring reliable hotel systems and guest safety while upholding Concord standards.

This leadership role requires strong personnel management, vendor coordination, and compliance with OSHA and local codes. You will mentor staff, manage budgets, and work with General Managers to maintain operational excellence across