Senior Hotel Engineer I — Systems & Maintenance Lead

Auberge Collection; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Knox, Auberge Collection in Dallas opens in 2026 and seeks an Engineer I to drive complex repairs and hotel-wide engineering operations, ensuring guest safety, comfort and brand standards.

You will diagnose and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing and building systems, supervise Engineer II/III staff, oversee preventative maintenance, and coordinate with the Chief Engineer on schedules and upgrades.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of commercial engineering and facility maintenance in luxury hospitality.
• Strong expertise in kitchens, HVAC (with chillers), plumbing, electrical, and building systems.
• Leadership and team supervision experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic ability.
• Knowledge of building codes and safety regulations.
• Flexible availability including days, on-call, evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays.
• Technical certifications preferred.
• Call ticketing systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics and repairs across kitchens, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Lead resolution of complex maintenance issues affecting guest rooms and property operations.
• Ensure guest rooms, suites, and public areas meet brand standards and guest expectations.
• Oversee preventative maintenance programs across indoor and outdoor facilities.
• Maintain and troubleshoot exterior systems including courtyards, pool equipment, irrigation, drainage, and lighting.
• Oversee pool mechanical systems including pumps, filtration, and circulation equipment.
• Respond to and resolve high-priority maintenance emergencies.
• Supervise Engineer II and Engineer III staff during operations.
• Conduct inspections of all indoor and outdoor systems.
• Support renovation, capital improvement, and infrastructure projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.
• Document all maintenance activities and system issues.
• Assist Chief Engineer with planning maintenance schedules and upgrades.
• Provide technical leadership for property-wide engineering operations.

Skills

Kitchens

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Leadership

Supervision

Troubleshooting

Building codes

Availability

Certifications

Ticketing systems

Job description

The Knox, Auberge Collection in Dallas opens in 2026 and seeks an Engineer I to drive complex repairs and hotel-wide engineering operations, ensuring guest safety, comfort and brand standards.

You will diagnose and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing and building systems, supervise Engineer II/III staff, oversee preventative maintenance, and coordinate with the Chief Engineer on schedules and upgrades.