Hotel Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Beaumont (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel management company seeks an Area Chief Engineer to oversee Maintenance departments in West Texas. The role involves significant travel, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and managing budgets. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and communication skills, along with a commitment to high standards in engineering and maintenance.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Excellent Health Benefits

Extensive Training

Opportunities for Promotion

Positive Team-Oriented Culture

Qualifications

• Experience in Maintenance Engineering required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills needed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Maintenance departments across multiple hotels.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets.
• Ensure compliance with safety and local regulations.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

HVAC Certification

Job description

Position: Area Chief Engineer

Job Description:

The Area Chief Engineer is responsible for overseeing, directing, and managing the Maintenance departments across multiple hotels in the West Texas region. This role requires significant travel to support various properties, ensuring each hotel maintains a safe, appealing, and efficient Maintenance Department.

Required Skills and Requisites:

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) or equivalent work experience
• Experience in Maintenance Engineering
• HVAC certification

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Ensure an adequate inventory of parts, supplies, tools, and materials for the department.
• Enforce hotel and company policies and procedures.
• Schedule and conduct monthly department meetings.
• Attend and participate in weekly staff meetings.
• Maintain all hotel emergency systems and standards.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Solicit and oversee subcontractor work when needed.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets for payroll, expenses, utilities, and capital improvements.
• Operate within budget guidelines.
• Establish and maintain an efficient inventory and purchasing system.
• Obtain three quotes for all hotel expenses before approval.
• Maintain a professional image at all times.
• Serve as a resource for all hotel departments.
• Keep accurate records of all Preventive Maintenance activities.
• Maintain hotel facilities and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Participate in the hotel's Safety Committee.
• Communicate fluently in English, both written and spoken.
• Climb ladders and stairs as required.
• Operate and understand advanced electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and boiler systems.
• Learn new skills and adapt to changing environments.
• Read and interpret test equipment, blueprints, schematic drawings, and technical parts breakdowns.
• Write technical specifications.
• Plan and conduct effective meetings.
• Assist in managing operating budgets.
• Work 50+ hours per week and be available for regional travel.

Additional Requirements:

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proven leadership skills and a commitment to high standards in engineering and maintenance.
• Flexibility to travel frequently within the West Texas region.

At Palette Hotels, we are committed to creating meaningful careers for our associates. We offer competitive salaries, excellent health benefits, extensive training, opportunities for promotion, and a positive, team-oriented culture.

Palette Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on protected classifications under applicable laws, including but not limited to race, creed, veteran status, or disability. We maintain a drug-free workplace policy, prohibiting the use, possession, or influence of illegal drugs or alcohol during work hours. Use of legally prescribed medication that impairs judgment or work performance may also be subject to company policies.