Stationary Engineer

Four Seasons; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary accommodation at other S

Complimentary employee meals

Job summary

Four Seasons San Francisco is seeking a Stationary Engineer responsible for the operation, monitoring, maintenance and repair of hotel building systems including HVAC, boilers, chillers, electrical, plumbing and life safety systems. You will ensure safe, efficient and compliant operation, responding to service calls and supporting renovations and projects.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, incident response, and collaboration with the engineering team to protect assets and guest

Qualifications

• Experience operating and maintaining large building systems in a hospitality environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to respond to maintenance requests.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical schematics and troubleshoot.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain building mechanical systems, including boilers, chillers, cooling towers, HVAC equipment, pumps, and controls.
• Conduct routine inspections of plant equipment, mechanical rooms, guest areas, and back-of-house facilities.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on hotel equipment and infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC system failures to minimize disruption.
• Monitor building automation systems, utility consumption, and equipment performance.
• Respond to engineering service calls and emergencies, ensuring timely resolution and communication.
• Maintain records of inspections, maintenance activities, repairs, and regulatory compliance.
• Support renovation, capital projects as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and operating procedures.
• Assist with testing and maintenance of life safety systems.
• Maintain clean, organized, safe work environment.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and departments to support projects.
• Participate in emergency response after-hours.
• Promote safety, guest service excellence, continuous improvement.

Skills

HVAC operation

Preventive maintenance

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Emergency response

Facilities coordination

Tools

Building Automation Systems

Boilers

Chillers

Job description

About Four Seasons Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

About Four Seasons Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture. At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location: A modern oasis in the city's most exciting location. At the epicentre of San Francisco stands the city’s iconic hotel, where business ideas emerge, loved ones connect and life’s most important celebrations happen. When you’re not shopping at Union Square, enjoying the city’s diverse culinary scene or exploring one of the Bay Area’s top attractions, unwind in our newly renovated guest rooms, designed to represent the natural beauty of San Francisco’s fog, redwood trees and ocean.

The Role – Overview The Stationary Engineer is responsible for the operation, monitoring, maintenance, and repair of hotel building systems and equipment, including HVAC, boilers, chillers, electrical distribution systems, plumbing, life safety systems, and other mechanical infrastructure. This role helps ensure the hotel operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all applicable regulations while maintaining the highest standards of guest comfort and service. The Stationary Engineer responds to equipment issues, performs preventive maintenance, and supports the Engineering team in protecting the hotel's physical assets.

Key Duties

• Operate, monitor, and maintain building mechanical systems, including boilers, chillers, cooling towers, HVAC equipment, pumps, and associated controls.
• Conduct routine inspections of plant equipment, mechanical rooms, guest areas, and back-of-house facilities to identify and address maintenance needs.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on hotel equipment and infrastructure in accordance with established schedules and procedures.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC system failures to minimize operational disruption and guest impact.
• Monitor building automation systems, utility consumption, and equipment performance to optimize energy efficiency and system reliability.
• Respond promptly to engineering service calls and emergency situations, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance activities, repairs, equipment readings, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Support hotel renovation, capital improvement, and special projects as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations, environmental standards, and operating procedures.
• Assist with testing and maintenance of life safety systems, including fire alarm, emergency power, and emergency response equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in all engineering and plant areas.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and other departments to support operational needs and project activities.
• Participate in emergency response activities and be available for after-hours support as required.
• Promote a culture of workplace safety, guest service excellence, and continuous improvement.

What To Expect

• Wage – $ 72.92
• Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
• Complimentary Employee Meals
• Be yourself and become a member of a work family that cares about you and invests in your development
• Elevate your craft here and abroad! Seasonal “Task Force” opportunities are available
• Employee engagement at all levels, where your thoughts and ideas are not only heard but actioned
• Culinary, retail and wellness experiences at special rates
• … and so much more!

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf