Chief Engineer

GF Hotels and Resorts and the former Dayton Vitality Hotel are hiring a Chief Engineer. The hotel chief engineer manages all maintenance operations, physical building structures, and safety systems to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for guests and staff.

Oversee the upkeep of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and pool systems.

Run routine checks and scheduled servicing to stop equipment failures before they happen.

Inspect fire alarms, emergency lights, boilers, and elevators to meet local and federal health and safety codes.

Hire, train, schedule, and lead the property's maintenance crew and outside contractors.

Control repair costs, monitor utility use, and manage department spending.

3 to 5 years of hands‑on building maintenance experience, with previous supervisory or director experience preferred.

Strong working knowledge of multiple trades, including plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and mechanical repairs.

Valid state or local safety credentials, such as a Fire and Life Safety Director (FLSD) certification, are often required.

GF Hotels and Resorts, based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a full‑service hospitality ownership and management company that, through its operating affiliates, works on behalf of a variety of individual owners, real estate funds, and institutional lenders. GF believes in the enterprising spirit, with a promise of integrity and an overall passion for hospitality.

At GF, we believe that people are the key to our success.

• health insurance
• paid time off
• ongoing learning opportunities
• competitive compensation
• plus a great culture