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Chief Engineer

Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Great Valley/Malvern

10 General Warren Blvd
Malvern, PA 19355

Hotel with 127 Rooms
Managed By Samar Hospitality

Competitive wages, fun atmosphere, growth potential, paid vacation time, medical, 401k, flexible spending and more

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Fixer. Leader. Problem-Solver. We Need Our Next Chief Engineer.
Compensation: $55,000 to $60,000 per year plus bonus,
AM / PM and Weekends

About Us

Residence Inn by Marriott is built for guests who stay a while, and our team makes every suite feel like home. We’re looking for a hands-on, dependable Chief Maintenance Engineer to lead the care of our building, systems, and guest suites, keeping our property safe, comfortable, and running smoothly.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and oversee all engineering and maintenance operations for the hotel, including guest suites, public areas, kitchens, pool, fitness center, and grounds
  • Run the preventive maintenance program for HVAC, PTACs, plumbing, electrical, boilers, water heaters, laundry equipment, and kitchen appliances
  • Respond quickly to guest and team requests, troubleshooting and repairing issues with minimal disruption to guests
  • Maintain the pool to health code standards, including chemical testing and logs
  • Make sure the property meets all fire, life-safety, OSHA, and local code requirements; coordinate inspections and keep records current
  • Manage vendors and contractors, obtain bids, and oversee outside work
  • Track energy and utility usage and find ways to reduce costs
  • Manage the engineering budget, parts inventory, and purchasing
  • Hire, train, schedule, and supervise a small maintenance staff
  • Support capital projects and renovations, and uphold Marriott brand standards
  • Take part in a manager-on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies

What You Bring

  • 3+ years of hotel, commercial building, or facilities maintenance experience, including at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role
  • Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general carpentry/painting
  • OSHA 30 certification 
  • Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification preferred (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
  • Familiarity with work-order software and basic computer skills
  • Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in tight spaces, at heights, and outdoors
  • Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and respond to emergencies as needed
  • Valid driver’s license; high school diploma or equivalent; trade school or technical certifications a plus

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) [with company match]
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Marriott travel discounts
  • Training, certification support, and room to grow
  • A supportive team that takes pride in its property
Posted October 21, 2026

About Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Great Valley/Malvern

The newest hotel in the Samar Hospitality portfolio.  We will officially be running this beautiful hotel as of December 17, 2025.

Travel brilliantly when staying at Residence Inn Philadelphia Great Valley Malvern. Our extended stay hotel is conveniently located right off of the Pennsylvania Turnpike, EZPass exit only, offering guests easy access to West Chester University, Phoenixville Foundry and King of Prussia Mall among many other popular destinations. Start your day with our complimentary hot breakfast buffet. After fueling up head to our fitness center or indoor pool to energize your morning with an exercise routine. While staying in Malvern you will enjoy our cool and modern spaces including apartment-inspired suites featuring free high-speed WiFi, full kitchens, distinctive living rooms and HDTVs with access to streaming services. If you are visiting for business we offer a convenient meeting room close to corporate offices including Johnson and Johnson, Microsoft and Endo Pharmaceutics. Make yourself at home when you book a stay at Residence Inn Philadelphia Great Valley Malvern

About Samar Hospitality


We are passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our “people first” approach to business, the SAMAR experience is like no other – for our customers and our team members. If you’re ready to grow, learn and connect with a team of dynamic colleagues with a passion for excellence, come on in, the door’s open. We value diversity in people and opportunities because we know that our success is directly linked to the growth of our associates. We believe mutual respect is the key to everything. We invest in people through training and technology, creating new doorways to success that will take your career to the next level and encourages you to expand your horizons.

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