Hotel Maintenance Engineer I — Lead Tech for HVAC & Systems

Hotel Yountville; Costa Mesa, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to supervise engineering staff and ensure safe, efficient operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, kitchen, and related systems. You will manage the Synergy system, perform preventive maintenance, and document work thoroughly.

Strong communication, problem solving, and supervisory skills are required, with the ability to read blueprints and MSDS guidelines.

Qualifications

• Hotel engineering experience required, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, commercial kitchen and general building construction.
• Read and understand blueprints, schematic drawings and technical parts breakdown.
• Read, understand and follow MSDS and hotel safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, direct and train Engineering staff.
• Maintain understanding of Engineering roles and duties, and perform duties as needed.
• Manage and monitor the Synergy system and track service calls.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and machinery.
• Operate central HVAC and mechanical equipment safely and efficiently.
• Repair and maintain food production, kitchen, laundry, boiler, plumbing, electrical, and gas systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical and pneumatic problems and repair quickly and economically.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance for guest rooms and major equipment.
• Document work in the Synergy log with details of repairs and inspections.
• Provide training to Engineer II and Engineer III.

Skills

Supervisory experience

HVAC knowledge

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Vocational training / associate’s degree / certification in relevant trades

Tools

Synergy system

Job description

Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to supervise engineering staff and ensure safe, efficient operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, kitchen, and related systems. You will manage the Synergy system, perform preventive maintenance, and document work thoroughly.

Strong communication, problem solving, and supervisory skills are required, with the ability to read blueprints and MSDS guidelines.