Chief Engineer at Home2 Suites Minnetonka

Richland, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organizational Skills, Time Management, Problem-Solving, Health and Safety Standards, Electrical Knowledge, Plumbing Knowledge, HVAC Knowledge, Carpentry Skills, Team Leadership, Vendor Management, Budgeting, Cost Control, Preventative Maintenance, Repairs, Troubleshooting, Communication Skills

Industry

Description

Description Job Title: Hotel Maintenance Chief Job Description: We are seeking dedicated Hotel Maintenance Team Members to join our team and help maintain the infrastructure of our hotel. The ideal candidate will be organized, proactive, and committed to ensuring a safe and functional environment for both guests and employees. Experience in the hotel industry is a plus, along with familiarity with electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct regular inspections of the hotel to ensure compliance with safety standards, and brand standards. - Arrange for routine maintenance in hotel rooms, lobbies, and facilities - Organize and manage repair projects with minimal disruption to guests - Respond promptly to emergency issues, such as power outages - Maintain familiarity with plumbing, electrical, and sewer systems -Maintain Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, and Fitness Center -Maintain properties grounds -Preventative Maintenance: Develops and executes schedules for maintaining all guest rooms, public spaces, and equipment to prevent breakdowns. -Repairs & Troubleshooting: Diagnoses and fixes issues with HVAC units, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, kitchen equipment, and structural components. - Team Leadership: Manages the engineering staff, including hiring, training, and scheduling. - Safety & Compliance: Ensures the property meets local, state, and federal codes, including life safety systems (fire alarms, sprinklers). -Budgeting & Cost Control: Monitors and manages the Repair and Maintenance budget, including inventory control for tools and spare parts. -Vendor Management: Coordinates with external contractors for projects, renovations, or specialized repairs. Required Skills: - Experience: Usually requires 2+ years in hotel maintenance, with prior supervisory experience preferred. - Strong organizational and time management skills - Proactive approach to problem-solving - Knowledge of health and safety standards - Ability to work independently and as part of a team - Strong knowledge of electricity, plumbing, AC/heating, and general carpentry -Interacts effectively with hotel guests, management, and other departments. We welcome applicants who are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for our guests. Requirements Abilities Required Self-starting personality. Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times. Can communicate well with guests. Must be willing to work as part of team and help co- workers with their job duties and be a team player. Climbing, reading, standing, walking and routinely lifting. Must be able to receive instructions and communicate progress of work assignments. Must be able to work on their feet for 8-10 hours per day Must be able to use ladders frequently as well as going up and down stairs, bending, squatting, lifting, pulling/pushing Must move furniture as needed, must be able to use cleaning and painting products and electric hand tools Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Morning shift Weekends shift

Responsibilities

The Chief Engineer will conduct regular inspections to ensure safety and brand compliance, manage repair projects, and lead the engineering staff. They will also be responsible for maintaining various hotel facilities and ensuring compliance with local codes.