What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Chief Engineer position at Crescent Hotels & Resorts?
Discover the unique charm and character of La Posada de Santa Fe, a Tribute Portfolio Resort & Spa. Located on six acres steps from the historic Plaza, our Southwestern-style hotel is the only full-service resort in downtown Santa Fe. Resort guests enjoy easy access to Santa Fe landmarks like the New Mexico History Museum and Canyon Road art galleries.
At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do! We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that ‘feed your inner explorer’, we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.
We are looking for our next great team member to assist with leading our Engineering team. We are committed to providing you with:
- Highly competitive wages
- An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
- 401K matching program for eligible associates
- Flexible scheduling to allow you to focus on what is important to you
- Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family
members. - Hotel Room Discounts at Marriott properties worldwide.
Job Summary:
As the Assistant Chief Engineer, you will support the daily operations of the Engineering Department while helping oversee the maintenance, repair, and overall functionality of the hotel property. You will assist in supervising engineering staff, coordinating preventative maintenance programs, and ensuring all building systems and equipment operate safely and efficiently.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting with the supervision and direction of the Engineering team and daily departmental operations.
- Supporting the implementation of preventative maintenance programs and repair schedules for all hotel equipment and systems.
- Monitoring life safety systems, utilities, and mechanical operations to ensure compliance with corporate standards and local, state, and federal regulations.
- Helping maintain the hotel’s mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other operational systems.
- Assisting with the maintenance and upkeep of the hotel’s physical plant, grounds, swimming pool, furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E).
- Responding to maintenance requests and troubleshooting equipment and facility issues in a timely manner.
- Coordinating with vendors and contractors as needed for repairs, inspections, and specialized projects.
- Ensuring a safe environment for guests and associates through adherence to safety procedures and operational standards.
Does this sound like you?
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in facilities maintenance, engineering, or a maintenance technician role, preferably in a hotel environment.
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification required.
- Previous hospitality or hotel maintenance experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, commercial kitchen equipment, laundry machinery, and AV/security systems.
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership abilities.
- Ability to assist in supervising engineering operations and supporting departmental goals.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and participate in on-call rotations as needed
Our differences are what make us great:
At Crescent Hotels & Resorts we strive to create a great place to work where associates at all levels of our organization are respected for their differences, just like the guests and owners we serve. That’s why we are dedicated to creating an environment that facilitates open and honest conversations about race, equity, diversity, and inclusion. By examining our own beliefs and behaviors, we can create change through training, recruiting, and promoting diverse talent to strengthen our culture.