Chief Engineer
Island Hospitality Management
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New Orleans, LA
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Posted April 17, 2026
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Responsibilities
- Troubleshooting and repairing malfunctions in electrical/mechanical/plumbing systems & other hotel equipment
- Conducting ongoing room preventative maintenance
- Resolving maintenance problems, complaints, and work orders to prioritize and schedule work
- Carpentry and painting skills, as well as drywall and carpet repair work, is a plus
- Inspecting property to identify potential and current needs
- Ensuring department expenditures meet budget requirements
- Soliciting bids from contractors and evaluating their proposals with hotel management
- Coordinating with local health, safety, fire, and building inspectors to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations
- Maintaining the building exterior if not serviced by a contractor (e.g. lawn care, painting, etc)
- Supervising and scheduling of maintenance staff
- Maintain guest satisfaction scores at brand standard or higher and all Internal Audit/Corporate standards set forth by Island Hospitality
Commitments
This position may require flexible scheduling availability.
Ability to extend professionalism and courtesy to guests at all times
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit or walk for an extended period of time.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Training
Island Hospitality is committed to employee development and displays that commitment with a formalized training and development program providing a clear path for any employee with a desire and aptitude to thrive in the hospitality business.
Island Hospitality uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization in all municipalities where it is required by law.
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Requirements
- Troubleshooting and repairing malfunctions in electrical/mechanical/plumbing systems & other hotel equipment
- Conducting ongoing room preventative maintenance
- Must have a current 1st Class Boilers License with the City of New Orleans
- Highly motivated team player with strong initiative and desire for achievement
- Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary
- Ability to work well in stressful situations and follow all safety procedures while working
- Ability to extend professionalism and courtesy to guests at all times
- Previous experience in management of maintenance/engineering specific to electrical, plumbing,
- HVAC system, ventilation system, and carpentry.
- Working knowledge and experience with swimming pool maintenance.
- Experience ordering supplies and inventory
- Valid Driver's License required
Preferred Skills
- Carpentry and painting skills, as well as drywall and carpet repair work, is a plus
- Prior hotel maintenance experience of at least 4 years or more is a plus
- Previous experience in management of maintenance/engineering specific to electrical, plumbing,
- Working knowledge and experience with swimming pool maintenance.
Description
We are currently seeking a Chief Engineer for our hotel that enjoys resolving problems, working with their hands, and general building maintenance.
This position may require flexible scheduling availability.
Requirements
Job Requirements:
Troubleshooting and repairing malfunctions in electrical/mechanical/plumbing systems & other hotel equipment
Conducting ongoing room preventative maintenance
Resolving maintenance problems, complaints, and work orders to prioritize and schedule work
Carpentry and painting skills, as well as drywall and carpet repair work, is a plus
Inspecting property to identify potential and current needs
Ensuring department expenditures meet budget requirements
Soliciting bids from contractors and evaluating their proposals with hotel management
Coordinating with local health, safety, fire, and building inspectors to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations
Maintaining the building exterior if not serviced by a contractor (e.g. lawn care, painting, etc)
Supervising and scheduling of maintenance staff
Maintain guest satisfaction scores at brand standard or higher and all Internal Audit/Corporate standards set forth by Island Hospitality
Job Qualifications
Must have a current 1st Class Boilers License with the City of New Orleans
Highly motivated team player with strong initiative and desire for achievement
Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary
Ability to work well in stressful situations and follow all safety procedures while working
Ability to extend professionalism and courtesy to guests at all times
Prior hotel maintenance experience of at least 4 years or more is a plus
Previous experience in management of maintenance/engineering specific to electrical, plumbing,
HVAC system, ventilation system, and carpentry.
Working knowledge and experience with swimming pool maintenance.
Experience ordering supplies and inventory
Valid Driver's License required
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit or walk for an extended period of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Training
Island Hospitality is committed to employee development and displays that commitment with a formalized training and development program providing a clear path for any employee with a desire and aptitude to thrive in the hospitality business. As team members join Island Hospitality from other organizations they too can build on that prior experience and find further growth opportunities within our company by utilizing the tools and resources offered.
Team Member Wellness Program: How We Thank You For All You Bring To The Team
Rewarding Benefits Package
Healthcare including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
HSA & FSA plans available!
Dependent care FSA
Identity Theft Protection Insurance Commuter benefits including transit & parking
Pet Insurance
PTO and Payroll Incentives for Annual Wellness Exams
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Subscriptions including access to gyms, financial planning, counseling, and legal services
Paid Sick and Vacation Time
Family Leave
401(k) Retirement plan - IHM Matches 100% up to 3% of your salary and an extra 50% on the next 2% of your salary. 401(k) is fully vested upon the first contribution
Rewarding Hard Work
Incentive based bonus program
Free room nights at our hotels and employee discounts within your hotel brand
Discounts for friends and family within your hotel brand
Team Member recognition and bonus
Discounted tickets to theme parks, musicals, movies, and more through Tickets at Work
Career Growth through our in-house training program with a path personalized to your desired goals
Referral bonus program to ANY of our locations
Equal Opportunity Employer
Island Hospitality uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization in all municipalities where it is required by law.
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We are currently seeking a Chief Engineer for our hotel that enjoys resolving problems, working with their hands, and general building maintenance.
This position may require flexible scheduling availability.
Requirements
Job Requirements:
Troubleshooting and repairing malfunctions in electrical/mechanical/plumbing systems & other hotel equipment
Conducting ongoing room preventative maintenance
Resolving maintenance problems, complaints, and work orders to prioritize and schedule work
Carpentry and painting skills, as well as drywall and carpet repair work, is a plus
Inspecting property to identify potential and current needs
Ensuring department expenditures meet budget requirements
Soliciting bids from contractors and evaluating their proposals with hotel management
Coordinating with local health, safety, fire, and building inspectors to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations
Maintaining the building exterior if not serviced by a contractor (e.g. lawn care, painting, etc)
Supervising and scheduling of maintenance staff
Maintain guest satisfaction scores at brand standard or higher and all Internal Audit/Corporate standards set forth by Island Hospitality
Job Qualifications
Must have a current 1st Class Boilers License with the City of New Orleans
Highly motivated team player with strong initiative and desire for achievement
Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary
Ability to work well in stressful situations and follow all safety procedures while working
Ability to extend professionalism and courtesy to guests at all times
Prior hotel maintenance experience of at least 4 years or more is a plus
Previous experience in management of maintenance/engineering specific to electrical, plumbing,
HVAC system, ventilation system, and carpentry.
Working knowledge and experience with swimming pool maintenance.
Experience ordering supplies and inventory
Valid Driver's License required
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit or walk for an extended period of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Training
Island Hospitality is committed to employee development and displays that commitment with a formalized training and development program providing a clear path for any employee with a desire and aptitude to thrive in the hospitality business. As team members join Island Hospitality from other organizations they too can build on that prior experience and find further growth opportunities within our company by utilizing the tools and resources offered.
Team Member Wellness Program: How We Thank You For All You Bring To The Team
Rewarding Benefits Package
Healthcare including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
HSA & FSA plans available!
Dependent care FSA
Identity Theft Protection Insurance Commuter benefits including transit & parking
Pet Insurance
PTO and Payroll Incentives for Annual Wellness Exams
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Subscriptions including access to gyms, financial planning, counseling, and legal services
Paid Sick and Vacation Time
Family Leave
401(k) Retirement plan - IHM Matches 100% up to 3% of your salary and an extra 50% on the next 2% of your salary. 401(k) is fully vested upon the first contribution
Rewarding Hard Work
Incentive based bonus program
Free room nights at our hotels and employee discounts within your hotel brand
Discounts for friends and family within your hotel brand
Team Member recognition and bonus
Discounted tickets to theme parks, musicals, movies, and more through Tickets at Work
Career Growth through our in-house training program with a path personalized to your desired goals
Referral bonus program to ANY of our locations
Equal Opportunity Employer
Island Hospitality uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization in all municipalities where it is required by law.
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