Senior Hotel Engineer & Facilities Leader

Avocet Hospitality Group; Coffeyville, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Avocet Hospitality Group seeks a Chief Engineer to preserve The Read House’s legacy. You will lead the engineering team, oversee HVAC, electrical, and safety systems, and manage ongoing preventive maintenance and capital projects with contractors and engineers.

You will guide budgeting, vendor relations, and compliance with OSHA/ADA/EPA standards, while promoting a culture of safety and excellence for guests and staff.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of hotel or multi-unit complex engineering/maintenance leadership preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of commercial MEP systems and safety codes.
• Experience with preventive maintenance software and facility management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and inspire the engineering team; supervise Maintenance Supervisor and Technicians.
• Oversee all facility systems including HVAC, refrigeration, heating, plumbing, electrical, laundry/kitchen equipment, and emergency controls.
• Oversee and track routine PM programs across guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas.
• Maintain grounds, indoor pool chemistry, and exterior presentation to flawless standards.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

MEP Knowledge

Safety Codes

Facilities Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Opera PMS

M3 Accounting

Job description

Avocet Hospitality Group seeks a Chief Engineer to preserve The Read House’s legacy. You will lead the engineering team, oversee HVAC, electrical, and safety systems, and manage ongoing preventive maintenance and capital projects with contractors and engineers.

You will guide budgeting, vendor relations, and compliance with OSHA/ADA/EPA standards, while promoting a culture of safety and excellence for guests and staff.