Chief Engineer

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36542, Gulf Shores, AL, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Hospitality
The Role
Lead and perform all property maintenance (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, pool, fire safety), supervise and train maintenance staff, run preventive maintenance and inspections, coordinate vendors and compliance, respond to on-call emergencies, and support hotel operations to ensure guest comfort and safety.
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Chief Engineer – Be the Backbone of Our Hotel! 
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive salary + performance bonuses + benefits

Keep It Running. Keep It Safe. Keep It Awesome.

We’re looking for a Chief Engineer who’s not just good with tools—but great with people, passionate about property upkeep, and ready to lead a small but mighty team that keeps our hotel in top shape.

Whether it’s a busted A/C, a flickering hallway light, or a major systems upgrade—you’ll be the go-to pro making sure our guests feel comfortable, safe, and impressed by how smooth everything runs behind the scenes.

If you love solving problems, building systems, and working with your hands and your head, this is your chance to take charge and shine.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Lead all maintenance operations – HVAC, plumbing, electrical, pool systems, and general repairs across the property.
  • Work hands-on – You’re not stuck in an office. You’ll be on the move, diagnosing and fixing issues daily.
  • Manage a team – Train, supervise, and support maintenance staff to keep quality and safety top-notch.
  • Stay ahead of issues – Perform regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and keep detailed records.
  • Coordinate with leadership – Work closely with the GM and department heads to support hotel operations and guest satisfaction.
  • Handle vendors and compliance – From service calls to safety codes, you’ll make sure everything’s up to standard.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • You run the show – You’ll lead maintenance YOUR way and be trusted to get the job done right.
  • Hands-on leadership – No micromanaging. Just real impact and real recognition.
  • Tools, training, and tech – We support you with what you need to succeed.
  • Great team vibes – Work in a place where everyone respects what you do (because we can’t run without you!).
  • Room to grow – Opportunities to advance within property operations and ownership-managed roles.

You’re the Right Fit If You:

  • Have 3+ years of hotel/hospitality maintenance experience, with leadership responsibilities
  • Know your way around HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general building systems
  • Are comfortable managing vendors and inspections, and staying compliant with codes
  • Can lead a team and stay calm under pressure—even during the occasional “surprise”
  • Are physically able to lift, climb, crouch, and move around the property with ease
  • Are available for on-call duties and emergencies when needed

Take Charge of What Keeps Us Running

This is more than a maintenance job—it’s a leadership role at the heart of our hotel. If you’re looking for a role where you can be proud of your work every single day, apply now and join a team that truly values what you do.

Let’s build something great—together.

A&R Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military. Equal employment
Rev: 10/26/2023
opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
To ensure equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, A&R Group will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified individual, unless undue hardship on the operation of the business would result. Employees who may require a reasonable accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department to begin the ADA interactive process.

QualificationsWhat You’ll Bring to the Role (Qualifications)
  • 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

Preferred Skills & Experience (Even Better If You Have…)
  • 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

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 3+ years hotel/hospitality maintenance or building maintenance experience
  • 2+ years proven leadership or management experience
  • Hands-on knowledge of HVAC systems
  • Hands-on knowledge of plumbing systems
  • Hands-on knowledge of electrical systems
  • Knowledge of general building systems and fire safety
  • Ability to perform inspections and preventive maintenance, and keep records
  • Ability to manage vendors, service calls, and maintain code compliance
  • Availability for on-call duties, weekends, holidays, and emergency response
  • Physically able to lift, climb, crouch, and move around property
  • Dependable transportation to and from jobsite
  • Proficient with office software and mobile devices for communication and reporting
  • Able to obtain and maintain required licenses, certificates, or permits
  • Safety-minded with knowledge of compliance and loss prevention
  • Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, organization, and follow-through
  • Willingness to travel to job sites when needed
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering
  • Certified Chief Engineer (CCE) or Certified Maintenance Employee (CME) or CPO or HVAC license
  • Expertise in electrical and hydraulic systems
  • Experience leading engineering teams in hotel or large-facility settings
  • Strong familiarity with local building codes, safety guidelines, and environmental regulations
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The Company
87 Employees
Year Founded: 2004

What We Do

A&R Group is a vertically integrated hospitality platform focused on developing and operating high-performing hotel assets across the Southeast. By aligning development, design, construction, and operations under one structure, the company maintains control across the full lifecycle of each asset, driving consistency, efficiency, and long-term performance through partnerships with leading global hospitality brands.

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