Full Time | Hourly (Non‑Exempt)
Holiday Inn Express Gulfport is seeking a skilled and reliable Chief Engineer to oversee all hotel maintenance and engineering operations. This is a hands‑on role responsible for maintaining the property’s mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and life‑safety systems, as well as standard hotel laundry equipment.
This position does not supervise a team — it is the primary engineering role for the hotel and is essential to ensuring a safe, well‑maintained, guest‑ready environment.
What You’ll Do:
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Perform maintenance and repairs on hotel systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire‑life safety).
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Complete preventive maintenance (PM) on guest rooms, public areas, and back‑of‑house spaces.
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Maintain and repair standard hotel laundry equipment (washers, dryers).
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Respond promptly to guest and staff maintenance requests.
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Conduct regular property inspections and address issues proactively.
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Maintain accurate logs, PM schedules, and compliance documentation.
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Coordinate with outside vendors and contractors for specialized repairs.
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Support hotel opening tasks, punch lists, and system commissioning.
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Ensure all work meets Hilton brand standards and safety regulations.
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3–5 years of hotel or building maintenance experience
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Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life‑safety systems
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Ability to work independently and manage daily priorities
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Strong communication and customer‑service skills
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Ability to work weekends, holidays, and on‑call as needed
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Reliable transportation
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High attention to detail and strong problem‑solving skills
Preferred (Not Required):
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HVAC certification
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CPO, CCE, or CME certifications
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Experience with Hilton or other major hotel brands
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You’ll be the expert. As the hotel’s primary engineering professional, you’ll have real ownership over your department and the freedom to make decisions that matter.
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Brand‑new property. Everything is new, clean, modern, and built to Hilton standards — no decades‑old equipment or endless backlogs.
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Hotel travel discounts. Enjoy generous employee hotel discounts across Hilton brands, making personal travel more affordable and fun.
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Stable, full‑time role. Consistent hours, predictable work, and a long‑term home with a growing hospitality group.
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Supportive leadership. You’ll work with a GM and corporate team who respect the engineering function and give you the tools you need to succeed.
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Positive, team‑focused culture. We value professionalism, communication, and treating each other with respect — no drama, no chaos.
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Growth opportunities. As our portfolio expands, strong performers are the first considered for advancement.
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Competitive pay and benefits. We believe in rewarding skill, reliability, and craftsmanship.
A&R Group is a vertically integrated turn-key hospitality firm focused on developing and operating high-value hotels through partnerships with globally recognized hotel brands. Equipped with full-service Development, Design, Construction and Hospitality Management teams, A&R is capable of addressing every stage of the process - from initial conception to ongoing maintenance and operations, A&R is the one-stop shop for every hospitality requisite.
A high school diploma or equivalent GED is required—your foundation for success
3–5 years of hands-on experience in hotel engineering, building maintenance, or civil engineering—you know your way around complex systems
2–3 years of proven leadership or management experience—you’ve led teams and gotten results
Exceptional follow-through—you’re organized, efficient, and great at managing your time
Deep knowledge of building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and fire safety—you’re the go-to problem-solver
Able to secure and maintain any required licenses, certificates, or permits to perform your role effectively
Reliable and committed—you're available when it counts, especially during challenging weather
Weekend and holiday availability is a must—hospitality never sleeps
Dependable transportation to and from the jobsite—punctuality is your trademark
Confident with tech—proficient in office software and mobile devices for communication and reporting
Safety-minded—you know the importance of compliance and loss prevention and put it into practice daily
Willingness to travel to job sites when needed
A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
Detail-oriented with a strong ability to follow instructions accurately
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills—you keep calm and fix things fast
Emotionally intelligent and highly self-aware—you know how to lead, communicate, and connect
Cool under pressure—you maintain professionalism and poise even when things get tough
Always prepared—you foster an environment of readiness and proactive response
A positive representative of the company, both on and off property
A Bachelor of Science or college degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering
Certifications in property maintenance or engineering, such as:
Certified Chief Engineer (CCE) – National Association of Hotel & Lodging Engineers
Certified Maintenance Employee (CME) – AHLEI
Certified Pool & Spa Operator (CPO) License
HVAC License
Expertise in electrical and hydraulic systems—you’ve mastered the technical side
Experience leading engineering teams in hotel or large-facility settings—you know how to keep operations smooth
Strong familiarity with local building codes, safety guidelines, and environmental regulations
