Task Force Maintenance Manager

Xclusive Services; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Housing

Job summary

Xclusive Services is seeking a Task Force Maintenance Manager to oversee hotel maintenance operations, renovations, preventive programs, and engineering tasks. This hands-on role requires deep experience with cooling towers, water-sourced heat pump systems, HVAC, and guest room modernization.

You will supervise four technicians, manage room turnover during renovations, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and drive cost-effective maintenance with a focus on reliability and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of hotel maintenance management experience.
• Proven experience managing hotel renovation and guest room refurbishment projects.
• Extensive knowledge of cooling tower operations, maintenance, monitoring, and water treatment programs.
• Strong understanding of water-sourced heat pump systems and HVAC operations.
• Experience with electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and building systems.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising maintenance teams.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily hotel maintenance and engineering operations.
• Monitor cooling tower systems, water treatment, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain and troubleshoot water-sourced heat pump systems.
• Supervise a team of four maintenance technicians.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive preventive maintenance program.
• Direct hotel renovation projects from start to finish.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Maintenance leadership

Team supervision

Preventive maintenance planning

Budget/cost control

Read blueprints/schematics

Safety compliance

Emergency responsiveness

Education

HVAC certification

Engineering-related certification

Tools

Cooling tower systems

Water treatment programs

Blueprint reading

Job description

Job Description

Task Force Maintenance Manager-Task force needed asap-flight , perdiem, housing, 30 days

Position Summary

The Task Force Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of hotel maintenance operations, property renovations, preventive maintenance programs, and engineering functions. This hands-on leadership role requires extensive experience with hotel facilities, cooling towers, water-sourced heat pump systems, HVAC operations, and guest room renovation projects.

The Maintenance Manager will supervise a team of four maintenance technicians while ensuring the property remains in excellent operating condition, safe for guests and staff, and compliant with all applicable standards.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Maintenance Operations

• Manage the daily operation of all hotel maintenance and engineering functions.
• Monitor and maintain cooling tower systems on a daily basis, ensuring proper operation, water treatment, performance, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain and troubleshoot water-sourced heat pump systems throughout the property.
• Oversee all HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and building systems.
• Respond promptly to maintenance issues and emergencies to minimize guest disruption.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspections, and equipment logs.

Preventive Maintenance Program

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive preventive maintenance program.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house facilities.
• Ensure every guest room receives scheduled preventive maintenance and deep cleaning.
• Coordinate room maintenance projects floor by floor to maximize efficiency and room availability.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability and reduce operating costs.

Hotel Renovations

• Manage hotel guest room renovation projects from start to finish.
• Oversee room-turn processes, including demolition, repairs, installation, finishing work, inspections, and final turnover.
• Ensure renovation quality meets brand standards and guest expectations.

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Directly supervise a team of four maintenance technicians.
• Schedule work assignments and prioritize maintenance requests.
• Provide hands-on leadership, training, coaching, and technical support.
• Maintain team motivation, accountability, organization, and attention to detail.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment focused on safety and excellence.
• Conduct performance evaluations and identify opportunities for employee development.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal safety regulations.
• Maintain proper safety procedures for all engineering and maintenance activities.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and corrective actions.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of chemicals associated with cooling tower operations and water treatment programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of hotel maintenance management experience.
• Proven experience managing hotel renovation and guest room refurbishment projects.
• Extensive knowledge of cooling tower operations, maintenance, monitoring, and water treatment programs.
• Strong understanding of water-sourced heat pump systems and HVAC operations.
• Experience with electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and building systems.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising maintenance teams.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours and respond to emergency situations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical certification in HVAC, Engineering, or a related field.
• Cooling tower certification or water treatment experience.
• Hotel brand experience with full-service, select-service, or extended-stay properties.
• OSHA and workplace safety training certifications.

Key Competencies

• Hands-on leadership
• Technical expertise in HVAC and cooling towers
• Preventive maintenance planning
• Renovation project management
• Team development and motivation
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting
• Budget and cost control
• Guest service focus
• Safety and compliance management

Reports To: General Manager
Direct Reports: Four (4) Maintenance Technicians

This description emphasizes the specialized cooling tower and water-sourced heat pump expertise while highlighting the hands-on renovation and team leadership experience needed for a hotel Task Force Maintenance Manager role.

Company Description

We are a Staffing company working with some of the best Restaurant and Hotel companies out there! We offer full time jobs and task force jobs with opportunity for advancement!

Company Description

We are a Staffing company working with some of the best Restaurant and Hotel companies out there! We offer full time jobs and task force jobs with opportunity for advancement!