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Chief Maintenance

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Goleta, CAFull-time$37/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$37/hr
Location
Goleta, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Universal CFC CertificationApplicable State And Federal Certification Or Licensing

Job overview

The Chief Maintenance role responds to guest repair requests, performs preventive maintenance, and troubleshoots hotel mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. It handles complex property and equipment repairs, maintains parts inventory, and communicates shift updates. The position also includes Engineer on Duty responsibilities and may involve training and mentoring other engineers. The posting lists a full-time schedule and an hourly pay range of $37.00.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Guest ServicePreventive MaintenanceBlueprint ReadingElectrical SchematicsMechanical EngineeringAir ConditioningRefrigerationElectrical SystemsPlumbingPneumatic SystemsElectronic ControlsCarpentryKitchen EquipmentEnergy ConservationBuilding ManagementHand ToolsPower ToolsLockout/TagoutPreventive Maintenance SoftwareEnergy Management SystemsMEP TroubleshootingTrainingMentoringCommunicationLifting

Qualifications

Extensive Maintenance Experience2 Years Hotel Engineering ExperienceValid Driver's LicenseUniversal CFC CertificationApplicable State and Federal Certification or Licensing

Full job description

Additional Information

Job Number 26144263

Job Category Engineering & Facilities

Location 401 Storke Rd, Goleta CA 93117, United States VIEW ON MAP (https://www.google.com/maps?q=401%20Storke%20Rd%2C%20Goleta%20CA%2093117%2C%20United%20States)

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Non-Management

Pay Range: $37.00-$37.00 per hour

POSITION SUMMARY

Respond and attend to guest repair requests. Communicate with guests/customers to resolve maintenance issues with little to no supervision. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, including cleaning and lubrication. Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines. Carry equipment (e.g., tools, radio). Identify, locate, and operate all shut-off valves for equipment. Maintain maintenance inventory and requisition parts and supplies as needed. Assure each day’s activities and problems that occur are communicated to the other shifts using approved communication programs and standards. Display advanced ability to read standard blue prints and electrical schematics concerning plumbing and HVAC. Display above average engineering operations skills and strong general mechanical ability. Display proficiency in at least three of the following categories, above average skills in three more of the following categories and basic skills in the remaining categories: air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, pneumatic/electronic systems and controls, carpentry and finish skills, kitchen equipment, vehicles, energy conservation, and/or general building management. Display solid knowledge and skill in the safe use of hand and power tools and other materials required to perform repair and maintenance tasks. Safely perform highly complex repairs of the physical property, electrical, plumbing and mechanical equipment, air conditioners, refrigeration and pool heaters - ensuring all methods, materials and practices meet company standards and Local and National codes - with little or no supervision. Troubleshoot and perform repairs on all types of equipment (e.g., pump and motor replacement), plumbing (e.g., plunge toilets and unclog drains), electrical equipment including lamps, air conditioners, HVAC equipment, cosmetic items, extension cords, vacuum cleaners, internet devices, replace electrical switches and outlets, and program TV's. Use the Lockout/Tagout system before performing any maintenance work. Display advanced knowledge of all engineering computer programs related to preventative maintenance, energy management, and other systems, including devices that interact with such programs. Perform advanced troubleshooting of hotel Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems. Display the ability to train and mentor other engineers as necessary. Display ability to perform Engineer on Duty responsibilities, including readings and rounds.

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report any maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries; complete safety training and certifications; and properly store flammable materials. Ensure uniform and personal appearances are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation. Adhere to quality expectations and standards. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, support team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance and heavier lifting or movement tasks with assistance. Move up and down stairs, service ramps, and/or ladders. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Enter and locate work-related information using computers. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and vocational or technical background.

Related Work Experience: Extensive experience and training in general maintenance, electrical or refrigeration, parts inventory and requisition, exterior and interior surface preparation and painting.

At least 2 years of hotel engineering/maintenance experience.

Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.

License or Certification: Valid Driver’s License

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Universal Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) Certification

Must meet applicable state and federal certification and/or licensing

requirements.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law. Marriott International considers for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

At Courtyard, we’re passionate about better serving the needs of travelers everywhere. It’s what inspired us to create the first hotel designed specifically for business travelers, and it’s why the Courtyard experience today empowers our guests, no matter the purpose of their trip. We’re looking for achievers who are passionate about providing a guest experience that goes above and beyond, enjoy being part of a small yet ambitious team, and love learning how to always improve – all while having fun.

In joining Courtyard, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

How this job compares

Set against the 11,879 open Maintenance jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 5, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$37/hr
  • California median$21–23/hr433 hourly ranges
  • US median$18–20/hr3,936 hourly ranges

This rate, $37/hr, is 68% above the California median midpoint ($22/hr) — in the top quarter of Maintenance hourly ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 630 open Maintenance jobs in California and 11,879 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
Maintenance postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (2,481 postings).
Education
209 of the 11,879 open Maintenance jobs (2%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 5, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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