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Hersha Hospitality Management

Manages hotels and investments for owners

Complex Chief Engineer

Building & Property MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNew York, NY, USA$120k - $130kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma and/or trade-school coursework in a related field is preferred.
  • Previous engineering or maintenance experience in a hotel setting is strongly desired.
  • The role requires standing for extended periods; walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching; and working varying schedules that may include holidays, weekends, or alternate shifts.

Responsibilities

  • Manage maintenance functions and engineering staff for multiple hotels to ensure hotel structures are maintained according to established standards.
  • Interview, select, train, schedule, coach, and support associates to ensure they perform according to established brand or hotel standards and company values.
  • Manage and coordinate bids, quotes, and contracts for third-party vendors.
  • Manage in-house maintenance projects or property improvement plans.
  • Conduct room inspections and identify repair needs.
  • Install or repair sheetrock and other wall coverings.
  • Paint designated areas and items.
  • Install and replace basic electrical fixtures, light switches, receptacles, light bulbs, and fixtures.
  • Install, replace, and program televisions.
  • Perform minor plumbing functions.
  • Replace and repair heating and cooling pumps, and perform preventive maintenance on units.
  • Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment.
  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, complete work orders as necessary, and keep accurate records of preventive maintenance on rooms and equipment.
  • Maintain the building exterior and overall hotel grounds appearance.
  • Refurbish, paint, and finish furniture and fixtures as needed.
  • Test, examine, and maintain hotel life-safety systems to ensure they remain operational.
  • Maintain repair and preventive-maintenance records and coordinate compliance with service contracts.
  • Perform and maintain work in accordance with local, state, and federal codes.
  • Monitor guest-satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
  • Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to the company's EarthView program.
  • Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment, and follow Material Safety Data Sheet and Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.

Desired Qualifications

  • A high school diploma and/or trade-school coursework in a related field.
  • Previous engineering or maintenance experience in a hotel setting.

About the Company

Hersha Hospitality Management

Manages hotels and investments for owners

HHM Hospitality Management (HHM) runs and oversees hotels for owners and investors across the United States. It provides hotel management and investment services, handling day-to-day operations, sales, marketing, and financial performance to improve profitability. The main product is the management of hotel properties on behalf of owners, with revenue coming from management fees, shared incentives based on performance, and returns from investments. HHM differentiates itself through deep industry experience, a strong leadership team, and a broad U.S. portfolio that serves both business and leisure travelers, plus a commitment to community engagement and sustainability. The company’s goal is to help property owners maximize efficiency and profitability while delivering quality guest experiences and contributing to local communities.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Philadelphia, PA
Founded
2006

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