Chief Engineer – Frontgate

Salary: $75,000 - $85,000
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Vail Valley, CO
Publish Date: Posted April 11, 2025

$1,500 SIGN ON BONUS!

Join our high-performing Management Team at Frontgate, proudly managed by East West Hospitality-recognized as the Best Property Management Company by Best of Vail Valley! We’re looking for a dynamic Chief Engineer to take the lead at Frontgate, an exceptional new development in the heart of Avon, Colorado.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role with a highly aligned, professional team in a top-tier hospitality setting. If you bring experience in engineering, project coordination, and team leadership-and take pride in maintaining beautiful, well-run properties-we’d love to connect!

We offer a flexible schedule to promote work/life balance, paid mileage, and a strong, supportive workplace culture where your skills will truly be valued.

Duties Include:

  • Oversee the maintenance and safe operation of all building systems, including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and structural elements.
  • Lead departmental planning, budgeting, and capital project management to ensure long-term asset protection and operational efficiency.
  • Implement and manage preventive maintenance, emergency procedures, and energy-saving initiatives in compliance with all regulations.
  • Supervise repairs and upkeep across public areas, workspaces, and grounds, ensuring high-quality results and guest satisfaction.
  • Manage vendor contracts and capital projects, including bids, negotiations, and oversight of services such as landscaping and snow removal.
  • Support HOA relations by attending Board meetings, assisting with reserve analysis, and maintaining clear communication with the General Manager.

Location: Frontgate – Avon

Start Date: ASAP

Employment Type: Full Time Year Round

Schedule: Monday – Friday but can accommodate weekends, four 10 shifts and/or some night work

Pay Rate: $75,000 -$85,000 annually, DOE + $1,500 sign on bonus! (1/2 paid after 30 days, and half paid after 60 days)

Posting Closes: 4/20/2025 or when filled

The Right Candidate Will Have:

  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, valid Colorado driver’s license, and a detail-oriented, safety-conscious mindset.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and hands-on experience across multiple trades, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, irrigation, and pool/spa maintenance.
  • Excellent administrative and organizational abilities, with experience in vendor coordination, invoice processing, warranty tracking, and maintenance reporting.
  • Professional communication and leadership skills to interact effectively with guests, owners, HOAs, and senior leadership, as well as to lead and support team performance.
  • Proficiency with technology and property management systems, including spreadsheets and reporting tools.
  • Knowledge of HOA operations and board relations, including budgeting and reserve analysis (preferred but highly valued).

Benefits & Perks

Onsite Parking in Avon! Ski, Hike, or Mountain Bike breaks! Health Insurance – Choose from three plans! Dental, Vision, & Accident Insurance; Life Insurance; 401(K) Plan with Discretionary Employer Match; Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Time; Winter Incentive EPIC Merchant Pass Program (eligibility dependent on start date); Career Development Trainings; Discounted Gym Membership at The Athletic Club Westin; Discounts at Eye Pieces & Venture Sports; Sabbatical Program; $500 Referral Program; Employee Assistance Program

Why East West Hospitality

At East West Hospitality our Vision is to be the most trusted hospitality services company and employer of choice, built on genuine and enduring relationships. We believe in doing the right thing for each other, our community, our environment, and those we serve. We strive to cultivate and sustain an inclusive and welcoming environment in which everyone thrives and feels like they belong.

Job Benefits

  • Education / Training
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • Health Insurance
  • Hiring Bonuses
  • Mental Health Resources
  • Retirement
  • Ski Pass
  • Wellness

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