Hotel Engineering Leader — Operations, Safety & Systems

Sonesta Hotels International Corporation

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) with 100%

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company 1

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term D

Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness &

Educational Assistance

Sonesta Hotel Discounts

Additional Perks & Employee Discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels seeks a hands-on Chief Engineer to lead all hotel engineering, maintenance, safety, and facility operations, ensuring guest-ready performance 24/7. You will manage building systems, preventative maintenance, capital projects, life safety, and engineering teams while partnering with hotel leadership to sustain guest satisfaction and operational excellence.

This role requires strong leadership and strategic planning in a fast-paced hospitality environment, with

Qualifications

5+ years of engineering, facilities maintenance, or hotel maintenance experience.
Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, boilers, refrigeration, life safety systems, and maintenance programs.
Previous leadership or supervisory experience within hotels, resorts, or hospitality operations.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

Lead all day-to-day hotel engineering, maintenance, and facilities operations across guest rooms, public spaces, back-of-house areas, and building systems.
Supervise, train, schedule, and develop engineering and maintenance team members to support operational efficiency and exceptional service standards.
Oversee preventative maintenance programs for HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, boilers, chillers, kitchen equipment, elevators, life safety systems, and general hotel infrastructure.
Respond to maintenance requests, guest concerns, equipment repairs, and operational issues quickly and professionally to minimize downtime and ensure guest satisfaction.
Manage building systems, property inspections, maintenance schedules, and operational compliance programs.
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, fire and life safety requirements, environmental standards, building codes, and hotel safety procedures.
Support capital improvement projects, renovations, vendor management, contractor coordination, and facility upgrades.
Monitor engineering department budgets, maintenance expenses, inventory levels, energy usage, and operational costs to drive efficiency and profitability.
Partner closely with Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, Front Office, and Operations teams to support seamless hotel operations and guest experiences.
Maintain accurate maintenance logs, engineering documentation, compliance records, inspections, and reporting requirements.
Lead emergency response efforts related to building systems, weather events, power outages, or operational disruptions as needed.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, sustainability, preventative maintenance, and operational excellence.
Help create a safe, efficient, and welcoming environment aligned with Sonesta's People People culture.
Any other duties as assigned.