Chief Engineer

Schulte Companies is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Chief Engineer to join our team! Schulte Companies is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude hospitality, be respectful and authentic, prioritize the needs of our internal and external stakeholders above our own, and continuously strive to make a positive impact in all we do. We are passionate hoteliers eager to add like-minded people to our rapidly growing team!

When you join Schulte Companies you'll be part of a team committed to an inclusive, employee‑focused workplace that is invested in your development. We want you to feel engaged, empowered, and excited to grow with us. After all, we believe our greatest and most valuable asset is our people! Schulte Companies provides a rewarding, fun and flexible work environment, exciting perks, an atmosphere designed to encourage and promote career growth within the company and a robust benefit package including, but not limited to:

• Work Today, Get Paid today, with Daily Pay!
• Free Telemedicine and Virtual Mental Health care access for All Associates starting day one!
• Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance options
• 401k Plan + Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Schulte Savings Marketplace Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more!

Schulte Companies is a leading third‑party management company with deep, multi‑generational experience in all facets of the hospitality industry. We are a diverse team of innovative hoteliers and restauranteurs operating more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries. Our portfolio includes a wide array of reputable brands like Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Hyatt as well as many unique, independent, boutique and lifestyle properties and restaurants.

• Ensures fulfillment of proactive preventative maintenance programs to brand standards including laundry equipment, heating and air conditioning units, ice machines, fire extinguishers/smoke alarms, plumbing
• Follow safe working practices and conditions
• Inspects guest rooms after preventative maintenance and reviews any problems with maintenance staff
• Maintains a current inventory of all supplies
• Maintains a work order assignment program for completed and pending work orders; prioritizes and completes work orders in a timely manner; monitors all deficiencies
• Ensures swimming pool and spa maintenance duties are performed according to brand standards and health department regulations
• Maintains the hotel grounds, curb appeal and building exteriors
• Assists other departments in fulfilling guest requests and resolving guest concerns
• Assists in the coordination and supervision of all contracted capital projects
• Educates hotel personnel on emergency procedures and safety precautions
• Hires, coaches and disciplines direct reports
• Participates in a consistent and regularly scheduled property walk through and reports/fixes identified deficiencies within an appropriate time
• Functions as a member of the emergency organization team and becomes an expert on life safety
• Is aware of fire, safety, and protection equipment/hazards
• Performs various other duties as assigned to meet business objectives

• Minimum of High School education, post‑high school education preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years in maintenance leadership position, preferably within hotels
• Preferred but not necessary:
  Two (2) years of college or trade school equivalent in mechanical, electrical, and/or technical disciplines
• Certified pool operator certification preferred

• Basic math skills
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to exceed expectations of guests and team members
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word and Excel—Outlook a plus)
• Detail oriented; strives for excellence in all assignments

* The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment. This job description is only intended to provide a general description of the benefits and compensation applicable to this position. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company’s Paid Time Off policy. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.

* Schulte Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.