About this opportunity
DIMENSION MASTER lists this CHIEF ENGINEER opportunity in ruston, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Chief Engineer
Job Location: Ruston, LA 71270
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 Salary/year
Job Shift: Day
You are a hands‑on leader with strong technical knowledge and a commitment to maintaining a safe, efficient, and well‑operated hotel. You understand building systems, lead by example, and take pride in creating a reliable, well‑maintained environment for guests and staff. If you enjoy solving problems, guiding a team, and overseeing operations, keep reading.
The Role
As the Chief Engineer, you lead the maintenance department and oversee all building systems, equipment, and property upkeep. You ensure safety, preventive maintenance, and repair standards are met while supervising a team of maintenance professionals.
What You Will Be Doing
Lead and manage the maintenance and engineering team
Oversee daily repairs, work orders, and preventive maintenance schedules
Ensure proper operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life safety systems
Conduct regular property inspections and identify maintenance needs
Manage department budgeting, inventory, and vendor relationships
Ensure compliance with safety, fire, and regulatory standards
Support maintenance team with troubleshooting and project work
Respond quickly to urgent issues and guest impact situations
Coordinate effectively with hotel leadership and all departments
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized engineering shop and work areas
Why You Will Love It Here
Leadership role with daily operational impact
A supportive team environment
Opportunities to grow your technical and management skills
A role where you directly influence guest satisfaction and hotel performance
Qualifications
Previous engineering or maintenance leadership experience required
Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
Organized, dependable, and safety focused
Able to lead, train, and motivate a maintenance team
Skilled in troubleshooting and problem solving
Comfortable working hands‑on and managing multiple priorities
Ability to lift, move, climb, and work with tools and equipment
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Flexible to work any shifts including holidays and weekends
Ready to Join the Team
If you are ready to lead the engineering department and ensure a safe, well‑maintained hotel environment, we would love to meet you. Apply now.
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Worksite address
ruston, LA, 71270, US
Who can apply
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