Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport - Chief Engineer OEM

Aimbridge Hospitality; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401k Retirement Plan

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality's Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead our engineering team and keep all hotel systems in peak condition. You’ll supervise maintenance, coordinate safety drills, and respond quickly to guest needs, while managing shift schedules and staying within budget.

This role demands strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership under pressure. Qualifications include 5+ years in hotel maintenance or a related field, supervisory experience, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years hotel/related experience, or 2-year degree with 3+ years, or 4-year degree with 2+ years.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Current certifications as required (e.g., HVAC, pool, electrical).
• Licensed to operate/repair boilers and chillers per local laws.
• Valid driver''s license.
• Strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Calm under pressure.
• Financial and arithmetic proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of guest rooms and public spaces to hotel standards.
• Lead, train, and schedule the engineering team.
• Conduct fire safety inspections and drills.
• Respond to maintenance requests and uphold guest service scores.
• Patrol grounds and manage Lost and Found.
• Access sensitive areas and represent the company with sound judgment.

Skills

Maintenance

Team leadership

Safety inspections

Guest service

Property upkeep

Trusted ambassador

Education

High school diploma

5+ years hotel/related experience or 2-year degree with 3+ years or 4-year degree with 2+ years

Supervisory experience

HVAC certification

Pool/electrical certifications

Job description

Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport - Chief Engineer OEM Aimbridge Hospitality

Address 1400 Sunport Place Southeast, Albuquerque, NM, 87106, US

Schedule Full time

Job Type Regular

Description

Join Our Team as a Chief Engineer!

Ready to be the hero behind the scenes? Step up as our Chief Engineer and unleash your technical wizardry! In this pivotal role, you'll keep things humming by making sure our equipment is always in top shape - ensuring guests are happy, costs stay in check, and everything runs like clockwork. If you love cracking tough problems and leading a stellar crew, get ready to shine and make a real impact on our property's success!

KEY SKILLS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintenance Marvel: Keep every room and public space in tip-top shape—sparkling, shiny, and up to company standards!
• Team Captain: Lead, train, and cheer on the engineering squad, scheduling shifts and inspiring top performance.
• Safety Superhero: Run fire safety inspections and epic drills, making sure everyone stays safe and sound.
• Guest Service Star: Jump to the rescue for maintenance requests and boost those rave-worthy guest service scores!
• Property Guardian: Patrol the grounds, tackle debris, sort out the 'Lost and Found', and keep everything glowing.
• Trusted Ambassador: Access sensitive areas and represent the company with trust and sound judgment, every day.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 5+ years hotel/related experience, or 2-year degree with 3+ years, or 4-year degree with 2+ years
• Supervisory experience required
• Current certifications as required (e.g., HVAC, pool, electrical)
• Licensed to operate/repair boilers and chillers per local laws
• Valid driver's license
• Strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Calm under pressure
• Financial and arithmetic proficiency

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

PROPERTY INFORMATION

Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport hotel offers easy access to Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ), the University of New Mexico, Cliff’s Amusement Park, ABQ BioPark, Isleta Amphitheater and historic downtown Albuquerque. Great location aside, our guests love our hotel's rooms and amenities like the outdoor pool, fitness center, on-site dining, and shuttle.