Hotel Chief Engineer | Hyatt Place Lansing East bei CSM Corporation

Chief Engineer – Hotel Operations

Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? We’re looking for a results-driven Chief Engineer to lead our hotel’s engineering and maintenance operations. This pivotal role combines operational excellence, team leadership, and financial acumen to protect assets, exceed guest expectations, and drive bottom-line performance.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee all engineering operations, ensuring the hotel is safe, functional, and visually appealing at all times.

• Lead, train, and develop a high-performing engineering team focused on quality, service, and efficiency.

• Champion preventative maintenance programs, routine inspections, and guest service recovery efforts.

• Evaluate, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with equipment and systems—ensuring functionality, longevity, and cost-effective repairs.

• Manage capital projects and procurement within budget guidelines while identifying cost-saving opportunities.

• Monitor payroll and labor costs to ensure efficient scheduling and staffing.

• Enforce safety protocols and maintain a clean, compliant work environment per brand, local, state, and federal standards.

• Collaborate with all departments to quickly resolve maintenance-related concerns and deliver exceptional guest service.

• Serve as a role model for adherence to company and brand standards, while mentoring team members and identifying training needs.

• Maintain awareness of and respond to emergency situations calmly and effectively.

What We’re Looking For

• 3–5+ years of engineering or maintenance experience, preferably within the hotel or hospitality industry

• Proven ability to lead teams, juggle multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment

• Technical expertise across HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and building operations

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and creative problem-solving ability

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of an organization

• A proactive, safety-first mindset with a passion for guest satisfaction

Education & Certifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college degree or equivalent experience preferred

• CPO, HVAC, boiler, or ServeSafe certifications strongly preferred (or ability to obtain based on company policy)

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to regularly lift, push, or pull up to 100 lbs throughout your shift

• Comfortable working in an active, physically demanding environment

CSM Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees, designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. Our benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance plans, company-paid life insurance and short term disability coverage, company-paid long term disability coverage for eligible employees, 401(k) plan with company match, tuition reimbursement, voluntary benefits (critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, pet insurance, identity theft), time-off, scholarship program, generous hotel discounts and more! For benefits offered to regular part-time or on-call employees, please email [email protected].