Maintenance Engineer – Hotel Maintenance

Hyatt Place Charleston Airport & Convention Center

3234 West Montague Ave

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Engineer to lead our hotel’s maintenance operations and ensure the property is maintained to the highest standards. This role is responsible for overseeing all engineering functions, maintaining critical systems, and delivering a safe, comfortable, and exceptional experience for our guests.

Availability Requirements

Open availability and flexibility are required
On-call as needed based on hotel operational demands

Position Summary
The Chief Engineer plays a vital leadership role in ensuring the overall success of the hotel by maintaining all mechanical, electrical, and structural systems. This position leads the maintenance team, ensures compliance with safety standards, and proactively addresses facility needs to exceed guest expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and inspect all hotel systems and components to ensure proper, efficient, and safe operation
Lead and respond to maintenance requests from housekeeping and front desk teams, ensuring timely resolution and guest satisfaction
Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, and all building systems
Supervise maintenance staff, fostering teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
Maintain hotel grounds, including landscaping and parking areas, ensuring a clean and safe environment
Ensure guest rooms and public areas meet brand and quality standards
Perform and oversee repairs including painting, carpentry, plumbing, and emergency maintenance tasks
Maintain organized, safe, and secure storage, shop, and mechanical areas
Communicate effectively with hotel leadership regarding maintenance issues, projects, and improvements
Manage inventory of maintenance supplies and coordinate ordering with management
Minimize guest disruption while performing maintenance duties

Qualifications & Experience

Required: Proven experience in hotel maintenance or hotel engineering
Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and building systems
Hands-on experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), reading schematics, and troubleshooting electrical systems using tools such as ohmmeters
Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to clearly convey technical information
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

As Chief Engineer, you will play a critical role in driving operational excellence and maintaining a safe, high-performing environment. Your leadership and expertise will directly impact guest satisfaction and the overall success of the property.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Hyatt Place Charleston Airport & Convention Center

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