Assistant Chief Engineer

Position Type: Full-Time Compensation: $28.00 – $30.00 / hour (Non-Exempt)

About the Role: Walker Hotel Tribeca is seeking an experienced, proactive Assistant Chief Engineer to help lead building operations, engineering maintenance, and facility safety across our boutique property. Working alongside the Chief Engineer, you will oversee day-to-day physical plant operations, coordinate preventive maintenance programs, ensure stringent regulatory and fire safety compliance, and mentor engineering staff to maintain the highest standards of guest comfort and safety.

Key Responsibilities: Life Safety & Compliance: Serve as an active on-site Fire and Life Safety Director (FLSD); maintain and test hotel fire alarm panels, suppression systems, emergency generators, and logbooks in accordance with FDNY and NYC building codes. Safety & Standards: Uphold and enforce OSHA workplace safety standards across all repair, chemical handling (SDS), lockout/tagout, and mechanical operations. Plant & Mechanical Operations: Troubleshoot, repair, and service HVAC systems, chillers, boilers, plumbing networks, electrical infrastructure, pumps, and kitchen/refrigeration equipment. Preventive Maintenance: Assist in executing the property’s guest room, public area, and back-of-house preventive maintenance (PM) programs, ensuring swift resolution of maintenance work orders. Team Leadership: Support the Chief Engineer in scheduling, daily task assignment, shift handoffs, contractor oversight, and hands-on technical coaching for line engineering technicians. Emergency Response: Act as a critical responder for facility emergencies, leaks, power interruptions, or system alarms during scheduled shifts and as business needs require.

Experience: Minimum 2–4 years of engineering/facility maintenance experience in a hotel or high-end hospitality environment.

Certifications: Active NYC Fire and Life Safety Director (FLSD / F-89 or T-89) certification required. Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA workplace safety standards and NYC building/fire codes. Additional FDNY certificates of fitness (e.g., S-12, S-13, G-60, A-35) or EPA Universal Refrigerant certification are strong pluses.

Technical Skills: Strong diagnostic and repair capabilities across HVAC, commercial plumbing, basic electrical (ballasts, circuits, receptacles), and general building trades. Availability: Flexible schedule required, including the ability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays according to operational demands.

Physical Demands: Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, navigate mechanical rooms, and lift/move up to 50 lbs regularly.

Benefits & Perks: Full-time employees at Walker Hotel Tribeca are eligible for: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options Paid Time Off (PTO)Employee dining and room discount privileges Ongoing safety and professional development opportunities