Hotel Engineering & Maintenance Director

Nbutexas; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Bonus opportunity

401K with company match

Employee discounts

Relocation Assistance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Nbutexas in Louisville, KY is seeking an experienced Director of Engineering to lead the engineering and maintenance operations of a large-scale convention hotel.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems, plus proven ability to manage budgets, capital projects, and a sizable engineering team to deliver safe, well-maintained guest spaces.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive engineering/maintenance experience, preferably in a large hotel or resort.
• Previous Engineering leadership/management experience required.
• Experience with 500+ guest rooms; large convention hotel experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building systems
• Experience managing preventive maintenance programs
• Capital project and renovation experience
• Strong knowledge of fire/life-safety systems, building codes, and regulatory compliance
• Experience leading and developing a large engineering team
• Strong budgeting, vendor, and contractor management experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee all Engineering and Maintenance operations for the property
• Develop and manage a comprehensive preventive maintenance program
• Ensure guestrooms, meeting spaces, public areas, F&B outlets, and back-of-house areas are properly maintained
• Lead, coach, and develop the Engineering team while maintaining accountability and productivity
• Manage engineering budgets, capital projects, contractors, and vendors
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety, environmental, and building regulations
• Respond to emergency maintenance and building-system issues
• Partner with hotel leadership and other departments to ensure a safe, well‑maintained property and exceptional guest experience

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Vendor management

Maintenance planning

Job description

Nbutexas in Louisville, KY is seeking an experienced Director of Engineering to lead the engineering and maintenance operations of a large-scale convention hotel.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems, plus proven ability to manage budgets, capital projects, and a sizable engineering team to deliver safe, well-maintained guest spaces.