Fairfield Inn & Suites Key West - Chief Engineer

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Join Our Team as a Chief Engineer!

Ready to be the hero behind the scenes? Step up as our Chief Engineer and unleash your technical wizardry! In this pivotal role, you’ll keep things humming by making sure our equipment is always in top shape—ensuring guests are happy, costs stay in check, and everything runs like clockwork. If you love cracking tough problems and leading a stellar crew, get ready to shine and make a real impact on our property’s success!

Key Skills & Responsibilities

• Maintenance Marvel: Keep every room and public space in tip‑top shape—sparkling, shiny, and up to company standards!
• Team Captain: Lead, train, and cheer on the engineering squad, scheduling shifts and inspiring top performance.
• Safety Superhero: Run fire safety inspections and epic drills, making sure everyone stays safe and sound.
• Guest Service Star: Jump to the rescue for maintenance requests and boost those rave‑worthy guest service scores!
• Property Guardian: Patrol the grounds, tackle debris, sort out the Lost and Found, and keep everything glowing.
• Trusted Ambassador: Access sensitive areas and represent the company with trust and sound judgment, every day.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 5+ years hotel/related experience, or 2‑year degree with 3+ years, or 4‑year degree with 2+ years
• Supervisory experience required
• Current certifications as required (e.g., HVAC, pool, electrical)
• Licensed to operate/repair boilers and chillers per local laws
• Valid driver’s license
• Strong communication, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills
• Calm under pressure
• Financial and arithmetic proficiency

Benefits

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full‑time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

Property Information

This Key West Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott hotel offers:

• A large outdoor pool with poolside cabanas
• Daily hot breakfast and free Wi‑Fi
• Location: 5 minutes’ drive from historic Old Town Key West and 2 mi from Duval Street
• All rooms feature a flat‑screen cable TV, microwave, and small refrigerator
• Rooms decorated in vibrant colors with coffee‑making facilities; select rooms have private balconies
• Large sun terrace beside the pool
• Fitness center with cardio equipment and free‑weights
• Concierge service and on‑site scooter and bicycle hire
• Morning grab‑and‑go breakfast (hot coffee, scrambled eggs, Belgian waffles, assorted cereal)
• Poolside tiki bar offering frozen drinks, cocktails, and light snacks
• Smathers Beach within 2 mi; also 2 mi from Key West Airport and Fort Zachary Taylor State Park

Application Deadline

Application deadline for Colorado positions: