Chief Engineer

Join Our Team at Canza Management, a subsidiary of TLTsolutions Role: Chief Engineer Location: Waldorf, MD Who We Are: At TLTsolutions, we specialize in the investment, development, and management of premier hotel and other real estate properties. Our founder, transitioning from a distinguished career in healthcare leadership and consulting, established our firm with a clear mission: to empower individuals and families to build generational wealth through strategic real estate investments. Today, TLTsolutions manages a multi-million dollar portfolio primarily focused on the hospitality industry, dedicated to maximizing profitability and asset value while delivering exceptional guest experiences. Canza Management is the operational arm and property management subsidiary of TLTsolutions, responsible for overseeing and optimizing the performance of our portfolio of premium-branded hotel properties. Our commitment to operational excellence drives every aspect of our business. We employ a hands-on approach, ensuring that we exceed the standards expected by our guests, team members, and investors. Joining TLTsolutions and Canza Management means becoming part of a dynamic team that values professionalism, excellence, and strategic thinking. We empower our employees to take initiative in their roles and further their professional development through our continuous learning, growth, and collaboration culture. Your Role With Us: As Chief Engineer, you are the strategic business leader of the hotel’s Engineering Department. Your mission is to maximize the hotel’s value and the owner’s return on investment by maintaining and protecting the asset’s long-term value. The Chief Engineer maintains the property’s physical condition, functionality, useful life, and life safety systems at an optimized cost. In this role, you will be responsible for the building, property maintenance and protection, grounds landscaping and maintenance, guest and associate satisfaction, and the financial performance of the department. You will lead the development and implementation of departmental strategies that align with the hotel’s brand standards and TLTsolutions’ organizational initiatives, ensuring operational excellence and exceptional guest experiences. Key Responsibilities: * Maintenance Leadership: Oversee all aspects of the building, property maintenance, groundskeeping, and engineering functions. Establish and execute preventative maintenance programs for guest rooms, public areas, and all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems to maximize the value of the property. * Team Leadership: Train, supervise, and mentor engineers, technicians, and other staff, ensuring the team delivers consistently high-quality work. * Guest Satisfaction & North Star Alignment: Collaborate closely with the Cleanliness and property leadership teams to implement strategies that ensure that “no guest checks into a dirty room with broken stuff”—a guiding principle at TLTsolutions and Canza Management. * Life Safety: Ensure that all life safety systems are properly installed, regularly inspected, and in full compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations to protect the well-being of our guests and associates. Maintain a thorough understanding of fire protection, emergency evacuation procedures, and other essential safety protocols. * Emergency Response: Serve as the on-call engineer for any emergent maintenance or engineering issues. * Licenses & Permits: Manage the renewal and compliance of all necessary licenses, permits, and certifications related to building operations, equipment, and life safety systems. Ensure that the hotel complies with all relevant regulations, preventing any lapses in operational legality. * Emergency Response: Serve as the on-call engineer for any emergent maintenance or engineering issues. * Vendor & Contract Management: Identify, evaluate, and manage external vendors and contractors for any work that cannot be completed in-house. Review maintenance contracts for cost-effectiveness and alignment with company goals. * Compliance: Ensure all engineering practices comply with the latest insurance, local, state, and federal regulations. * Operational & Financial Management: Work closely with the General Manager and ownership to manage budgets, control costs, and drive financial success, while maintaining the property’s optimal physical condition. Manage maintenance requests through technology platforms to ensure efficient operations. * Continuous Improvement: Conduct routine inspections of the property to identify hazards, equipment issues, and areas for improvement. Implement corrective actions immediately to ensure the property runs efficiently. What We're Looking For: * Technical Expertise: 5+ years of experience in building maintenance or trade-specific fields (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry) with relevant certifications (Certified Pool Operator, Fire and Safety, HVACR, OSHA, EPA, Certified Energy Manager). * Leadership: Proven experience managing an engineering team, with a focus on developing talent and ensuring consistent, high-quality work. * Problem-Solving Skills: Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting abilities, ensuring rapid response to maintenance issues and preventative problem-solving. * Compliance Mindset: Thorough knowledge of life safety regulations and the importance of maintaining up-to-date licenses, permits, and certifications to ensure compliance at all times. * Detail-Oriented: Attention to detail in maintaining records, managing tools, and ensuring a safe, clean, and well-organized workspace. * Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 25 lbs., stand for extended periods, and handle tasks requiring physical effort and agility. Why You'll Love Working With Us: * Competitive Pay: We offer a competitive hourly rate that reflects your skills, experience, and contributions to our success. * Discounted Hotel Rates: Enjoy discounted rates at our partner hotel brands, making personal travel more affordable and enjoyable. * PTO and Holiday Benefits: Full-time employees enjoy 1 week of paid time off, plus a floating holiday if they work on any of our 8 core holidays. Part-time employees receive 1.5x their hourly rate for holiday pay, ensuring everyone is rewarded for their dedication during the holidays. Ready to Make a Difference? Join TLTsolutions and Canza Management to contribute to our mission of exceptional hotel investment and management, ensuring unforgettable experiences for our guests, continuous professional growth and development for our employees, and lasting value for our investors. TLTsolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment that values and celebrates all team members’ unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.