Chief Engineer

At Waterford Hotel Group we pride ourselves on cultivating a workplace that feels like home and brings out the best in you, each and every day.  We celebrate your successes, your strengths will be appreciated, and a place where each of us can truly be ourselves.  We offer competitive compensation and benefits, a tight-knit and supportive work environment, plus numerous opportunities for professional development and advancement. Come for a JOB, stay for a CAREER.

Chief Engineer

The Two Trees Inn at Foxwoods is preparing to reopen in Spring 2026, launching an exciting new chapter for this value-driven hotel located just minutes from Foxwoods Resort Casino. Closed since the pandemic, the property will reopen under the ownership of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and be operated by Waterford Hotel Group.

This role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced hotel engineering leader to play a critical part in reopening and relaunch, ensuring the building, systems, and guest-facing areas are fully operational, safe, and well-maintained from day one. The hotel features key amenities including an indoor pool, fitness center, and shuttle service, making strong preventive maintenance and life-safety leadership essential.

We are seeking a hands-on Chief Engineer with deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a proactive approach to building systems, safety, and asset preservation.

Position Overview

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall maintenance and operation of the hotel’s physical structure, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and life-safety systems. This position plays a vital role in the hotel’s reopening efforts, working closely with the General Manager and leadership team to implement preventive maintenance programs, manage capital projects, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the hotel’s physical plant
• Prepare the property for reopening by inspecting, testing, and commissioning all building systems and guest amenities
• Develop, implement, and manage preventive maintenance and energy conservation programs
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA and life-safety requirements
• Oversee and maintain HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, pool systems, and fire/life-safety systems
• Manage engineering budgets, inventory, vendor contracts, and capital expenditure projects
• Supervise, train, and develop the engineering team; establish schedules, coverage, and on-call procedures
• Respond promptly to guest maintenance issues and emergency situations as needed
• Coordinate with third-party vendors, contractors, and inspectors
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, logs, and compliance documentation
• Partner with hotel leadership to ensure guest satisfaction and asset protection

Qualifications & Experience

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Previous hotel opening, reopening, renovation, or major refurbishment experience
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and execute multiple workstreams during reopening
• Experience developing maintenance programs from the ground up
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment during the pre-opening and stabilization period

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Chief Engineer or Facilities Engineer in a hospitality environment
• Extensive working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, pool operations, and life-safety systems
• Solid understanding of OSHA regulations, building codes, and safety standards
• Experience managing engineering budgets, inventory controls, and vendor relationships
• Proven leadership ability with experience training and supervising maintenance teams
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to successfully pass a comprehensive background check

Benefits

WATERFORD HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Health Insurance is available on the first of the month after hire!

We value the health and wellness of you and your family.  Full time associates can enroll in medical, dental and vision coverage and part-time associates averaging 17.5 hours a week can enroll in dental and vision coverage.  Everyone’s needs are different and there is something for everyone with numerous supplemental insurances to choose from.

We know that life gets in the way, and YOU deserve to recharge. 

Full-time associates receive paid time off within the first 90 days of employment.  We also offer paid holidays for eligible associates.  If you stick with us for five years or more, enjoy paid days off for your Birthday and Employment Anniversary date!

EXCITING EXTRAS

On Demand Pay - Why wait for pay day – get your pay when you need it 24/7.

Pet Insurance - We cover the whole family, and all associates are eligible for discounted pet insurance.

401k Plan - Nobody wants to work forever, start planning for your future now.

Hotel Discounts - It’s one of the biggest industry perks.

Shoes for Crews - All associates are eligible for a shoe subsidy through Shoes for Crews.

EOE/M/F/D/V