Chief Engineer - Norfolk Virginia

Company: Harmony Hospitality
Location: Norfolk, Virginia
Posted On: 04/02/2026

Description The Chief Engineer is responsible for: Responsible for major equipment repairs and maintenance to include but not limited to: laundry and kitchen equipment, pumps, motors, air handlers, cooling towers, HVACs, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, operating equipment (vacuums) and etc. Handles unit calls only to repair major items (e.g. broken cabinetry, sofa frames, major appliance, mirrored sliders, etc). Performs building exterior repairs and shop projects as assigned by the General Manager. Engineers are site specific but may be assigned to any project within the company and to any resort that generates a need. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES The Chief Engineer’s primary responsibilities will include: Conducts pre-shift meeting and receives project work assignments for the day from the General Manager Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on all major equipment to include but not limited to: Laundry equipment Cooling tower Pumps Motors Repairs all major equipment as needed. Repairs all major in-unit items as needed (appliances, cabinetry, sofa, doors, etc.). Provides “on- call” response on a 24/7 basis as schedule. Organizes and maintains filing systems and files correspondence and other records. Conducts research and compiles and types statistical reports. Maintains records of warranty information for all hotel equipment. Maintain pool chemical levels and cleanliness. REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITY Good verbal and written skills. Strong organizational and multi tasking abilities. Significant experience with all maintenance. Good mechanical trouble-shooting and analytical skills. General handyman skills. Good attitude and maturity to work with limited supervision. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education –High school diploma required. Professional tradesman certification in at least one discipline: electrician, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, carpentry. Certification in pool chemical maintenance. Experience – Five years experience in related field preferred. Two years experience as a head or Assistant Chief Engineer in same or similar environment. This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. More...

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