Chief Engineer

Opal Hotels Group

full-time

Posted on: 1/10/2026

Location Type: Office

Location: Mooresville • North Carolina • United States

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About the role

As a Chief Engineer, you’ll ensure all aspects of the hotel’s engineering are kept to the very best standards and in line with all relevant health and safety regulations and procedures.
From simple repairs to forward-thinking for the next day.
Carry out a preventive maintenance program to ensure the hotel is maintained and in service for guests (i.e., lighting, refrigeration, heating, air-conditioning, water treatment systems, pools, etc.).
Perform preventative maintenance, repairs or make recommendations for repairs, of all mechanical/electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, and plumbing systems, all building components and furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
Prioritize and complete work orders from guests and hotel team members.
Respond to and attend to guest repair requests.

High school diploma or related vocational training
At least 1 year maintenance experience (preferably at a hotel)
Must be able to lift heavy objects
Must speak fluent English (other languages such as Spanish preferred)
In-depth knowledge of HVAC / PTAC units, plumbing, electrical, and general carpentry (tile, carpet, sheet rock, etc.)
CPO certification – if the hotel has a pool, a Certified Pool Operator license would be ideal

Benefits

Ensure a safe and secure environment for guests, team members and hotel assets in compliance with policies and procedures and regulatory requirements.
Maintain a clean and organized environment in the maintenance room.
Effectively control and manage engineering operational expenses including labor, overtime, supplies, etc. and seek and suggest cost saving strategies.
Cleaning and maintenance of the parking lot and walkways, property landscaping, service and trash areas, and the exterior of all buildings.
Guest Service: Work closely with Front office staff and housekeeping department to ensure that the hotel meets / exceeds Opal’s and brand standards for guest satisfaction.
Promote goodwill by being courteous, friendly, and helpful to guests, managers and all other associates.

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

HVACplumbingelectricalcarpentrypreventive maintenancerepairslighting systemsrefrigeration systemsair-conditioning systemswater treatment systems

communicationproblem-solvingcustomer serviceteamworkorganizational skills

CPO certification