[Hiring] Task Force Chief Engineer @Peregrine Hospitality

Role Description

The Task Force Chief Engineer provides interim engineering and maintenance support to hotel properties in need of short-term assistance. This role ensures operational continuity, safety, and maintenance standards are upheld while supporting the on-site engineering team with day-to-day repairs, systems oversight, and project management.

• Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other building systems.
• Support preventative maintenance schedules and complete work orders in a timely manner.
• Respond to emergency calls related to facilities and guest issues.
• Responsible for overseeing hotel renovation, capital construction, and major maintenance projects.
• Collaborate with property leadership to uphold brand standards and safety compliance.
• Provide guidance and hands-on support during transitions, openings, renovations, or leadership vacancies.
• Communicate effectively with staff, vendors, and leadership to ensure smooth operations.
• Follow all additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in hotel engineering or facilities maintenance.
• Working knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety).
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours during assignments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and hands-on technical ability.
• EPA certification, CPO license, or other trade certifications preferred.

Requirements

• Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
• Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to hear, understand and communicate orally and in writing to communicate with staff, vendors, and guests in a normal in-person and phone conversation.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to bend and twist, push and pull, stoop, and kneel.
• Ability to climb and ascend a ladder.

Benefits

• The pay range for this position is $80,000-$95,000 plus incentive eligibility based on performance.