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Hersha Hospitality Management

Manages hotels and investments for owners

Assistant Chief Engineer

Building & Property MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNew York, NY, USA$70k - $75kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Previous engineer or maintenance experience, or equivalent training, is required.
  • Local or state certifications may be required.
  • The role requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
  • The work schedule varies and may include holidays, weekends, or alternate shifts.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Chief Engineer in interviewing, selecting, training, scheduling, coaching, and supporting associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and HHM core values.
  • Conduct room inspections and identify repair needs.
  • Install or repair sheet rock and other wall coverings.
  • Paint designated areas and items.
  • Install and replace basic electrical fixtures, including 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 and complete work orders; keep accurate preventive-maintenance records for all rooms and equipment.
  • Maintain the building exterior and curb appeal of the entire hotel grounds.
  • Refurbish, paint, and finish furniture and fixtures as needed.
  • Test, examine, and maintain the hotel's life-safety systems to ensure they remain fully operational.
  • Maintain repair and preventive-maintenance records and coordinate service-contract compliance.
  • Perform and maintain work in accordance with local, state, and federal codes.
  • Monitor guest-satisfaction scores and work to increase departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
  • Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM's EarthView program.
  • Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment, and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.

Desired Qualifications

  • High school diploma and/or trade-school coursework in a related field is preferred.

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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