Midtown Hotel Boston
220 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115, USA
Midtown Hotel Boston
220 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115, USA
Be Part of a Growing, Innovative Hospitality Team! The newly remodeled Midtown Hotel, a Colwen Hotels Property, is looking for experienced and driven Hotel Chief Engineers to join our team. This is an outstanding opportunity to apply your maintenance leadership expertise and commitment to excellence in guest service at a company that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
If you’re passionate about creating safe, functional, and welcoming environments and want to grow with a forward-thinking hospitality group, we’d love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee daily engineering operations in line with Colwen and brand standards
Recruit, train, and manage the Engineering team
Set and achieve departmental goals to support guest satisfaction and operational success
Drive team engagement, motivation, and recognition efforts
Maintain a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive work environment
Manage ordering and inventory of department supplies and uniforms
Ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet guest and operational needs
Supervise, schedule, and evaluate engineering staff; provide coaching and development
Troubleshoot and repair systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and hotel equipment
Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards (e.g., lockout/tagout procedures, MSDS)
Lead the property’s preventive maintenance program
Prioritize and address maintenance issues and guest concerns promptly
Conduct routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and improvements
Assist with budgeting and capital project planning; review vendor bids and proposals
Ensure proper documentation (e.g., vendor agreements, Certificates of Insurance)
Coordinate with local officials for code compliance and property inspections
Maintain property exterior where not contracted (e.g., snow removal, landscaping)
Complete maintenance logs and documentation
Perform other duties as required
Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years' experience in hotel engineering management
Proven leadership and team-building abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Working knowledge of kitchen equipment, refrigeration, fire/life safety systems
Reliable, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer applications
Willingness to work a rotating schedule, including weekends and holidays
We’ve got you covered: Benefits & Perks
Medical Insurance with Company-Funded HRA
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wide-Array of Supplemental Insurance Offerings
Paid Time Off Programs
Employee Assistance Program
401K Plan – Traditional & Roth Options with Employer Match
Hotel Discount Travel Program for Associates & Family
Exclusive Associate Discounts – Travel, Entertainment, & Retail
Training and Development Programs
Colwen Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. EEO M/F/D/V
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