Chief Engineer

Posted 2 days ago

Description

The Iron Horse Hotel Milwaukee is hiring a Chief Engineer. The hotel's Chief Engineer leads the property's maintenance and engineering, ensuring all building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, elevators) and equipment function safely and efficiently, managing a team, handling budgets, and overseeing repairs and preventative care to guarantee guest comfort and operational success, often acting as the "behind-the-scenes" magic for a seamless stay.

• Oversees all technical aspects, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, pools, and refrigeration.
• Manages preventive maintenance programs, emergency repairs, and upkeep of guest rooms and facilities.
• Hires, trains, schedules, and supervises maintenance staff and external contractors.
• Controls departmental budgets, tracks inventory, and ensures adherence to safety codes and regulations.
• Focuses on ensuring a comfortable, safe, and uninterrupted guest experience by resolving technical issues quickly.
• Strong technical knowledge across multiple trades (carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc.).
• Leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing needs.

• Prior hotel or similar facility engineering leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of MEP.
• Ability to develop and maintain PM Programs.