AREA CHIEF ENGINEER

Area Chief EngineerAustin, TXOverviewSalary Range $120,000.00 - $120,000.00 Salary Position Type Full Time Job Shift AnyDescriptionYou are a strategic and hands-on leader with extensive technical knowledge and a passion for maintaining safe, efficient, and well-operated hotel environments. You thrive on overseeing multiple properties, developing engineering teams, and ensuring operational excellence across a portfolio of hotels. If you enjoy solving complex challenges, leading others, and driving property performance, keep reading.The Role As the Area Chief Engineer, you provide leadership and oversight for engineering and maintenance operations across both DoubleTree by Hilton - Arboretum Austin NW and DoubleTree by Hilton Austin University Area properties. You ensure building systems, equipment, preventative maintenance programs, and safety standards are consistently maintained while supporting property leadership teams and engineering staff.What You Will Be DoingProvide leadership and support to Chief Engineers and maintenance teams across both hotelsEnsure proper operation and maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life safety systemsDevelop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance programs to maximize asset performance and reduce downtimeConduct regular property inspections and identify operational, maintenance, and capital improvement needsPartner with General Managers and property leadership teams to support operational goals and guest satisfactionAssist with engineering department budgeting, capital planning, forecasting, and cost control initiativesManage contractor and vendor relationships while ensuring quality workmanship and compliance standardsEnsure compliance with all federal, state, local, and company safety regulations and requirementsProvide technical expertise, troubleshooting support, and guidance on complex repair and maintenance issuesSupport property renovations, equipment upgrades, and capital improvement projectsReview and analyze engineering performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiativesMaintain emergency response procedures and provide leadership during critical incidents and property emergenciesTravel regularly between assigned properties to provide operational support and oversightWhy You Will Love It HereOpportunity to influence operations across both hotelsDynamic leadership role with significant impact on property performanceCollaborative partnership with hotel leadership teamsOpportunities to mentor engineering professionals and develop future leadersA role where you directly contribute to guest satisfaction, asset preservation, and operational successReady to Join the Team If you are ready to lead engineering operations across multiple properties and ensure safe, efficient, and well-maintained hotel environments, we would love to meet you.Apply now.EOEQualificationsWhat Makes You YouPrevious Chief Engineer, Area Engineer, Regional Engineer, or multi-property engineering leadership experience requiredStrong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and building automation systemsProven ability to lead, coach, and develop engineering and maintenance teamsStrong organizational, project management, and budget management skillsExperience with preventative maintenance programs, capital planning, and asset preservationAbility to troubleshoot complex building system issues and provide effective solutionsKnowledge of safety regulations, life safety systems, and regulatory compliance requirementsStrong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skillsAbility to travel between properties as neededAbility to lift, move, climb, and work with tools and equipment when necessaryFlexible to work any shifts including holidays, weekends, and emergency situations