Join Our Team as a Director of Engineering! 

About Us 

The Director of Engineering is responsible for overseeing the property's facilities maintenance function, ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, service, and repair of all equipment. The Director of Engineering is a skilled leader with technical expertise in engineering and maintenance.  

KEY SKILLS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leadership and Supervision: Direct and supervise the Maintenance staff, overseeing the maintenance of buildings and grounds. 
• Technical Expertise: Apply extensive experience in engineering, maintenance and related fields to ensure efficient operations. 
• Problem-Solving and Decision Making: Evaluate and select amoung alternative courses of action quickly and accurately, handingling problems effectively in high-pressure situations.  
• Communication Skills: Convey information and ideas clearly and effectively listen to and understand issues raised by co-workers and guests. 
• Financial Acumen: Work with and understand financial information and data, including basic arithmetic functions to support maintenance operations. 
• Project Management: Develop and implement policies and procedures for maintenance requests, schedule maintenance and ensure compliance with regulations. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in a related field, including prior management experience. 
• Experience in a hotel or related field is required, with a trade license preferred.  

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

Property Information

Located in Chicago’s Gold Coast Historic District, our newly renovated hotel is ranked “best of” by many travel sites. It’s perfect for those who appreciate the impeccable, the refined, and the clever, all delivered with an elegant wit. Just steps away from the iconic Magnificent Mile on Michigan Avenue, our hospitality is for guests who savor the finer things but are not interested in formality. Talbott Hotel is defined by its timeless modern architecture, well-appointed yet comfortable décor, and exceptional personalized customer service.We have top-of-the-line amenities and behind-the-scenes technologies, but we are most proud of the awards and accolades that praise our welcoming staff. About Evolution Hospitality As the dedicated lifestyle vertical at Aimbridge, Evolution Hospitality creates distinct lifestyle experiences and drives performance throughout our curated collection of independent, luxury, boutique, lifestyle, and soft brand hotels, as well as restaurants, bars, and lounges throughout North America. At Evolution Hospitality, our focus on equal parts culture and results is what determines who makes the cut to be a part of this talented group, both at the corporate office and in the field. Honesty and humility are just as important as intellect and ability, and each member of the team embraces the challenge of becoming a better human being, both personally and professionally, as part of the package. And it’s this magical combination of brilliant, caring individuals that makes Evolution Hospitality the world-class operation it is today.