Traveling Chief Engineer - Hospitality (1099 Contract)

Wenzell & Fisher Hospitality Group; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 179,000; Part time

Job summary

Wenzell & Fisher Hospitality Group seeks a hands-on Task Force Chief Engineer to support hotel properties with engineering and maintenance operations. This is a 1099 independent contractor role with travel across assignments and immediate impact on property performance.

You will oversee daily engineering, preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and vendor coordination while guiding on-site teams and adapting to new property environments.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chief Engineer, Director of Engineering, or Assistant Chief Engineer within the hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of hotel building systems, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to step into an existing operation and quickly assess priorities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel for temporary assignments.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to different property environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily engineering, maintenance, and facility operations.
• Ensure the property is maintained to the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and functionality.
• Perform and oversee preventative maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting.
• Identify and address maintenance concerns, ensuring timely resolutions.
• Support and guide engineering team members as needed.
• Maintain compliance with all safety regulations and brand standards.
• Assist with vendor coordination, inventory, and maintenance documentation.
• Help stabilize operations and improve overall property performance.

Job description

Wenzell & Fisher Hospitality Group seeks a hands-on Task Force Chief Engineer to support hotel properties with engineering and maintenance operations. This is a 1099 independent contractor role with travel across assignments and immediate impact on property performance.

You will oversee daily engineering, preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and vendor coordination while guiding on-site teams and adapting to new property environments.