Maintenance Assistant Manager

About the role

The Assistant Engineering Manager supports in overseeing the maintenance, repair, and operation of all hotel facilities, equipment, and systems to ensure a safe, comfortable, and efficient environment for guests and team members. This role assists with supervising the engineering team, coordinating preventive maintenance programs, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and helping maintain the overall functionality and appearance of the property. The Assistant Engineering Manager also serves as a leadership resource for the department and may oversee operations in the absence of the Engineering Manager.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Facility Maintenance: Assist in overseeing the maintenance, repair, and operation of hotel systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and life safety systems.
• Team Management: Support the daily supervision, scheduling, training, and development of engineering team members.
• Preventive Maintenance: Help coordinate and execute preventive maintenance programs to minimize equipment downtime and extend asset life.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure maintenance activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company safety standards and policies.
• Budget Management: Assist with monitoring departmental budgets, labor costs, inventory, and purchasing of maintenance supplies and equipment.
• Vendor Coordination: Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors for specialized repairs, inspections, and projects.
• Emergency Response: Respond promptly to emergency maintenance issues, such as power outages or plumbing failures, to minimize guest disruption.
• Inventory Control: Assist in maintaining inventory of tools, equipment, parts, and supplies.
• Guest Satisfaction: Collaborate with other departments to address guest concerns related to facility issues promptly and professionally.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs for compliance and reporting purposes.
• Assume departmental leadership responsibilities during the Engineering Manager's absence.

Education & Skills & Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical or vocational training in engineering, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of facility maintenance or engineering experience, preferably within hospitality or commercial facilities.
• Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and general building maintenance systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective leadership, coaching, and team collaboration skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience using maintenance management software (CMMS) preferred.

Requirements

• The salary range for this position is $76,000 - $82,000 per year.
• Essential Functions: Sit and stand for extended periods of time, walk up and down stairs, enter data into a computer terminal, operate standard office equipment, and use telephone; see and read a computer screen and printed matter with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone; speak so that others may understand at normal levels and on the telephone; constant: sitting, standing and repetitive use of hands, arms, and legs; frequent: typing, use of mouse, bending of neck, climbing stairs; occasional: twisting of neck.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift heavy equipment, work in confined spaces, and stand for extended periods; walking daily up and down the stairs and sitting for periods up to 4 hours; ability to work in a fast-paced environment with or without reasonable accommodations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Appellation Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status considered unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.