Maintenance Engineering Supervisor

The Peterson School; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimpton IHG Marlowe Hotel in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Maintenance Engineer Supervisor to lead the hotel’s engineering team and ensure safe, efficient operations.

You will oversee daily inspections, manage repairs, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards while collaborating across departments to minimize guest disruption.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Desirable: 2+ years related experience as a shift engineer.
• Building trade licenses, supervisory experience, HVAC or related certifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily inspections and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and fire safety systems.
• Maintain guest and colleague safety by testing emergency systems and conducting safety inspections.
• Respond to maintenance requests promptly and ensure courteous service.
• Perform preventative maintenance to keep the property ready for guests.
• Manage a team of maintenance staff, scheduling work and supervising tasks.
• Maintain records of repairs and service history; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with other departments to minimize guest disruption.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Vocational Training

Blueprint Reading

Job description

Company: Kimpton IHG Marlowe Hotel Location: Cambridge, MA

The Maintenance Engineer Supervisor is a technical and operational leader of the hotel’s engineering department ensuring that all systems and facilities run safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulations, reporting to the Director of Engineering & Safety and supervises the engineering team.

Core Responsibilities

Day-to-Day Engineering & Safety Management

• Oversee the daily inspections and maintenanceof all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire safety, and other critical systems.
• Ensure guest & colleague safety is paramount by maintaining and testing emergency systems (fire alarms, sprinkler & CCTV) and conducting regular safety inspections as required per the Director of Engineering & Safety.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and ensure professional, courteous service at all times.
• Preventatively Maintain & inspect the entire property to ensure all areas are Guest and colleague ready.

Team Leadership & Administration

• Manage and direct a team of maintenance staff, assigning duties, scheduling work, and supervising tasks.
• Work alongside the Director of Engineering & Safety to train staff on maintenance procedures, inventory control, and safety protocols.
• Represent the engineering department in meetings, discussions & always ready to offer operational support as requested.

Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform and oversee routine, preventative, and emergency maintenance to keep equipment in optimal condition.
• Conduct daily and weekly inspections of the property, grounds, and plant to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of equipment, repairs, and service history.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and health regulations.
• Participate with all Municipality, Corporate & Regulatory Safety Inspections with a goal to always maintain 100% compliance.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work with other departments (housekeeping, F&B, front desk) to prioritize maintenance needs and minimize guest disruption.
• Communicate maintenance progress, issues, and safety concerns to the Director of Engineering & Safety and Maintenance Team

Essential

Skills & Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training; knowledge of plumbing, basic carpentry, electrical, and refrigeration; and ability to read blueprints.

Desirable: 2+ years related experience as a shift engineer looking to grow as a leader at a full-service hotel. Requires experience, preferably in a hotel setting and strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Building trade licenses, supervisory experience, HVAC or related certifications.

Skills: Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication abilities; physical stamina; ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.

In short, the Engineer Maintenance Supervisor is an integral member of hotel operations, ensuring that the property’s infrastructure is always safe, functional, and in line with both operational and regulatory standards.

What You Bring

• 2+ years related experience as a shift engineer at a full-service hotel is a plus
• Embody and value Kimpton culture!
• Flexible schedule, able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.