Chief Engineer

Palisociety is a society of unique hotels and residences — Palihouse, Palihotel, Le Petit Pali, ARRIVE by Palisociety, and a growing collection of independently branded properties. Since our first hotel opened in Los Angeles in 2009, we've grown into a nationwide portfolio of neighborhood-centric hotels, restaurants, bars, and event spaces, earning recognition from Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, the New York Times, and more.

We consider our employees our greatest asset: structured training from day one, consistent feedback, and a clear path for growth. We develop our leaders from within, because the strongest hospitality companies are the ones that grow their own.

Positioned perfectly in the heart of Culver City, this 49-room hotel continues the spirit of the former West End Hotel, a 1920's boarding house, and offers a petite, yet highly stylized mix of King bedrooms ranging from 195-265 square feet. Explore casual, French cuisine at Simonette, an all-day café, al fresco bar and bistro designed to highlight both the history and majesty of Los Angeles' cinematic roots.

The Chief Engineer keeps Palihotel Culver City running safely and beautifully behind the scenes, leading preventative maintenance, repairs, and inspections across the property while treating every guest interaction with warmth and care.

• Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and inspections on fire suppression, sprinkler, pool, and AC systems as mandated by local code.
• Respond rapidly to service calls and emergency situations, recording and filing reports as required.
• Guide and train maintenance staff on proper repairs and equipment servicing and assist other departments as needed.
• Conduct daily walkthroughs of the property, buildings, and grounds, addressing issues proactively.
• Keep the maintenance department organized, stocked, and within budget, flagging low par levels to the General Manager.
• Partner with the General Manager on energy efficiency, preventative maintenance, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure work orders are completed correctly and communicate open issues to the General Manager and department heads.
• Support guests directly when needed, ensuring concerns are resolved quickly and warmly.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, good judgment, and a team-first, results-driven mindset.
• Organized, able to prioritize well, and stay calm and effective in a fast-paced environment.
• Thorough knowledge of AC systems and refrigeration.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a Senior Engineering leadership role; luxury hotel experience a plus.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, as needed.

• Ability to work in varied indoor/outdoor conditions, in different temperatures, with exposure to different materials.
• Ability to work in proximity to moving mechanical parts and electrical currents.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and stretch in tight spaces, and lift up to 40 lbs. and to stand or walk a minimum of 8 hours.

• Competitive compensation package with medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus 401(k).
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and sick pay.
• Career advancement and professional development as we open new hotels and restaurants nationwide.
• Employee discounts across our entire portfolio (25 hotels and more to come!).