Chief Engineer

About the role

Schulte Hospitality Group is a leading third‑party management company with deep, multi‑generational experience in all facets of the hospitality industry. We operate more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries, managing brands such as Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Hyatt as well as independent, boutique, lifestyle properties and restaurants. Our success is rooted in a service culture that exudes hospitality, respects authenticity, prioritizes the needs of internal and external stakeholders, and strives to make a positive impact in everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Ensures fulfillment of proactive preventative maintenance programs to brand standards including laundry equipment, heating and air conditioning units, ice machines, fire extinguishers/smoke alarms, plumbing
• Follow safe working practices and conditions
• Inspects guest rooms after preventative maintenance, reviews any problems with maintenance staff
• Maintains a current inventory of all supplies
• Maintains a work order assignment program for completed and pending work orders; prioritizes and completes work orders in a timely manner
• Monitors all deficiencies
• Ensures swimming pool and spa maintenance duties are performed according to brand standards and health department regulations
• Maintains the hotel grounds, curb appeal and building exteriors
• Assists other departments in fulfilling guest requests and resolving guest concerns
• Assist in the coordination and supervision of all contracted capital projects
• Educates hotel personnel on emergency procedures and safety precautions
• Hires, coaches and disciplines direct reports
• Participate in a consistent and regularly scheduled property walk through and report/fix identified deficiencies within an appropriate time
• Function as a member of the emergency organization team and become an expert on life safety
• Be aware of fire, safety, and protection equipment/hazards
• Perform various other duties as assigned to meet business objectives

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School education, post‑high school education preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years in Maintenance leadership position, preferably within hotels
• Preferred but not necessary: Two (2) years of college or trade school equivalent in a mechanical, electrical, and/or technical disciplines
• Certified pool operator certification preferred
• Basic math skills
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to exceed expectations of guests and team members
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word and Excel—Outlook a plus)
• Detail oriented; strives for excellence in all assignments

Benefits

• Rewarding, fun and flexible work environment
• Exciting perks
• Atmosphere designed to encourage and promote career growth within the company
• Robust benefit package including, but not limited to:
  • Work Today, Get Paid today, with Daily Pay!
  • Free Telemedicine and Virtual Mental Health care access for all associates starting day one
  • Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance options
  • 401k Plan + Company Match
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Schulte Savings Marketplace Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more

Pay

Compensation range: $85,000 – $90,000 per year.