Hotel Chief Engineer Job Kansas City area,Missouri USA,Engineering

Holiday Inn Kansas City - Northeast by IHG Kansas City, MO, US

The Hotel Chief Engineer directs all engineering, maintenance, and facility operations for a hotel property, ensuring the safety, comfort, and uninterrupted function of the building's infrastructure. They report directly to the General Manager or Director of Engineering.

Facility & Systems Maintenance:

Oversee the operation, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, refrigeration, kitchen, laundry, and pool/spa equipment.

Preventive Maintenance (PM):

Establish, implement, and track routine PM programs via a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to minimize asset downtime.

Team Leadership:

Hire, train, schedule, and supervise engineering staff and maintenance technicians (ranging from small teams to large resort departments).

Safety & Compliance:

Enforce local building codes, OSHA regulations, brand standards, and life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, sprinkler systems).

Vendor & Contractor Management:

Supervise outside specialists for elevators, fire protection, and major renovations, ensuring high-quality workmanship.

Budget & Capital Projects:

Manage department expenses, energy conservation programs, inventory/supplies, and long-term capital improvement planning.

Emergency Response:

Act as a primary incident commander during physical plant failures, power outages, leaks, or fire alarms.

Education:

High school diploma or GED required; a degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or Hospitality Management is often preferred.

Experience:

Typically 3 to 10 years of progressive facilities or hotel engineering experience, including at least 1 to 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.

Technical

Skills:

Strong hands-on knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) trades, building automation systems, and safety compliance.

Physical Demands:

Ability to stand/walk for extended periods, climb ladders, work in tight or mechanical spaces, and lift heavy equipment (often 50–100+ lbs).

Welcome to Kansas City’s newest hotel concept for Holiday Inn Kansas City / Northeast.

We offer an outstanding location for both corporate and leisure travelers, conveniently situated next door to Worlds & Oceans of Fun Amusement Parks. Guests can also enjoy nearby gaming and entertainment at Ameristar and Harrah’s Casinos, just seven minutes away. The River Market, T-Mobile Arena, Power & Light District, The Crossroads, Hallmark Crown Center, and Union Station / Science Center are all easily accessible via the free Kansas City Streetcar.

The Convention Center is a short ten-minute ride into downtown Kansas City.