Chief Engineer

At Courtyard Charlotte City Center, our Chief Engineer is the backbone of the hotel – keeping systems running, leading maintenance efforts, and solving problems before guests ever notice. If you're a hands‑on leader who takes pride in preventative maintenance, quick fixes, and owning the operation, this role is for you!

The compensation range for this role is $60,000-$70,000 annually.

We are pleased to announce a wonderful opportunity for a Chief Engineer
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• Respond to guest requests in a timely manner and provide great guest service
• Perform preventative maintenance duties and procedures as needed
• Lead a team of Building Maintenance Tech I and II to complete tasks as assigned by the Computerized Maintenance Management System (QUORE)
• Perform a variety of tasks assigned by the Assistant General Manager and General Manager
• Perform HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting projects
• Oversee all 3rd party outside contractors
• Respond to emergency situations promptly
• Always maintain a professional appearance
• Complete other duties as assigned

• You have been currently working as a Building Maintenance Tech/Engineer for at least 2 years or have at least 4-5 years of experience in a related field
• You are currently managing at least one subordinate
• You have proficient knowledge of hand tools and maintenance duties
• You have time management capability to accomplish work within established parameters
• You have a customer service focus and the ability to anticipate guest needs

This is a physically demanding position. You must be comfortable standing, sitting, walking, bending, lifting, and squatting for extended periods of time.

This position would require 10% travel.

* Rate depends upon state/market*

OTO Development is an industry-leading hotel development and management company. Partnering with the strongest brands in hospitality, OTO owns and operates a portfolio of upscale select service, extended stay, and lifestyle hotels in key markets across the United States.

OTO has been honored as Developer of the Year by major brand partners multiple times while also earning accolades for outstanding guest service, operational excellence, community service, and sales, marketing, and revenue success.

Our company provides competitive pay and benefit programs, including medical insurance options, dental and vision insurance, 401k with company match, company‑provided life insurance, tuition assistance, paid time off, paid holiday time, travel discounts, and more.

Revised 6/10/25