Chief Engineer

Holiday Inn Express & Suites is seeking a dependable, experienced, and hands-on Chief Engineer to oversee all maintenance and engineering operations for our hotel. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the property is safe, well-maintained, and operating efficiently while delivering an exceptional experience for every guest.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with strong technical knowledge, leadership skills, and a commitment to preventative maintenance and operational excellence.

Essential Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily engineering and maintenance operations for the hotel.
• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for guest rooms, public areas, mechanical equipment, and building systems.
• Perform and supervise repairs involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, appliances, and general building maintenance.
• Lead, train, schedule, and support the maintenance team while fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency situations.
• Conduct routine property inspections to identify maintenance needs and ensure brand standards are maintained.
• Coordinate and oversee outside vendors and contractors for specialized repairs and capital improvement projects.
• Manage department budgets, inventory, purchasing, and expense controls.
• Maintain compliance with all IHG brand standards, OSHA requirements, fire and life safety regulations, and local building codes.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, equipment records, and required inspections.
• Partner with hotel leadership to ensure the property consistently delivers a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for guests and team members.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of hotel engineering, facilities management, or commercial building maintenance experience.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, and preventative maintenance.
• Ability to diagnose and repair a wide variety of building and equipment issues.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Basic computer proficiency and experience with maintenance management systems is a plus.
• Valid driver's license required.

Schedule

• Full-time, salaried position.
• Open availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability for emergency situations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match (if eligible)
• IHG employee travel discounts
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive leadership team and positive work environment

Why Join Our Team?

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites, we take pride in providing guests with a clean, comfortable, and reliable stay. Our Chief Engineer plays a critical role in maintaining the quality of our property and ensuring everything behind the scenes operates seamlessly. If you're a motivated leader who enjoys solving problems, leading a team, and taking pride in your work, we'd love to hear from you.