Hotel Engineering Manager – NYC Operations Leader

Highgate; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Highgate is seeking an Engineering Manager for the Row NYC property in New York, NY. The role leads the engineering department and oversees budgeting, preventive maintenance, and safety programs to ensure continuous hotel operations.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating schedules, managing vendor contracts, and ensuring compliance with ADA and local regulations while supporting energy conservation initiatives.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of supervisory or lead mechanic experience in a hotel or a related field; or a technical certificate with at least 1 year of supervisory or lead mechanic experience.
• HVAC, electrical, plumbing, boiler operations and general maintenance skills required
• Long hours sometimes required
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing plans to maintain property, equipment, grounds and other assets in a safe and acceptable state of repair.
• Ensure the hotel is in compliance with all local, state and federal laws.
• Supervise and train all Engineering staff in Customer Service, Empowerment, Standard Operating Procedures and Loss Prevention.
• Assist to create and post all Engineering staffs schedules.
• Assist to create and adhere to annual budget for department.
• Assist in developing financial forecasts and actively participate in monthly profit/loss review meetings.
• Create and implement preventative maintenance program for all hotel equipment.
• Ensure all emergency and life safety equipment and systems are inspected, tested and certified per Highgate Hotel standards.
• Actively participate in energy conservation programs.
• Review all guest and meeting planner comment cards to ensure problems are identified and corrected in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Assist with the administration of all vendor contracts controlled by the engineering department.
• Ensure that room maintenance requests are handled in a prompt and courteous manner.
• Follow up on all alarms immediately to determine the exact location and cause. Determine emergency status and report findings to Front Desk. Take immediate action as necessary.
• Assist as necessary with special projects and renovations.
• Support and participate in all Highgate Hotel programs.
• Lead and/or participate in Highgate Hotel Safety Committee.
• Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
• Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Stationary engineer's license

Job description

Highgate is seeking an Engineering Manager for the Row NYC property in New York, NY. The role leads the engineering department and oversees budgeting, preventive maintenance, and safety programs to ensure continuous hotel operations.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating schedules, managing vendor contracts, and ensuring compliance with ADA and local regulations while supporting energy conservation initiatives.