Assistant Director of Engineering

Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Teledoc service

Prescription meds

Pet insurance

Hotel discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

401K match

Job summary

Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown is seeking an Assistant Director of Engineering to assist in overseeing hotel facilities and engineering operations. The role includes budgeting, forecasting expenses, and ensuring staff are trained in internal control procedures.

The position requires hands‑on leadership, 3–5 years of HVAC/system experience, refrigeration certification, and strong communication skills to support guest service and safety standards at a premier hotel.

Qualifications

• Read, write, speak fluent English.
• Hotel/institutional HVAC systems experience 3–5 years.
• Refrigeration, HVAC certification.
• 2–4 years of supervisory/management experience.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, life safety systems and preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing hotel facility operations and engineering functions.
• Manage department budget, forecast expenses and labor.
• Ensure staff training in control procedures per Internal Audit.
• Develop and supervise staff to deliver consistent customer service.
• Maintain a hands‑on leadership approach at all times.

Skills

English fluency

HVAC systems experience

Refrigeration certification

Budget management

Supervisory experience

Electrical knowledge

Life safety systems knowledge

Communication

Driver's license

Health & safety awareness

Job description

• Refrigeration, HVAC certification.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown, located in the heart of Music City, is looking for talented individuals to join our team! As a job applicant, you'll have the opportunity to work in a premier, all-suite hotel that offers exceptional service and amenities to our guests. With positions available in front desk, housekeeping, food and beverage, event planning, and more, there are abundant opportunities for career growth and advancement. Our hotel boasts spacious suites, modern facilities, and a vibrant atmosphere, creating an exciting work environment. As a member of the Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown team, you'll have the chance to provide outstanding service to our guests, work in a collaborative and inclusive team, and be a part of the renowned Hilton brand. Join us in creating memorable hospitality experiences and become a valued member of our team at Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown!

Overview

The Assistant Director of Engineering is responsible for assisting in oversight of the hotel facility as well as monitoring and controlling parts and labor expenditures. Will assist in managing the department within budget, accurately forecast expenses and assist in preparing the annual department budget. Ensure department staff is trained in control procedures as outlined by Internal Audit, and that these procedures are consistently followed. Assist in selecting, training and developing employees to deliver committed customer service by soliciting and responding promptly to guest needs. This position will require a "hands-on" leadership approach at all times.

Qualifications

• Read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
• Hotel, institutional, HVAC systems experience of 3-5 years.
• Refrigeration, HVAC certification.
• Previous management or supervisory experience of 2-4 years.
• Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, life safety systems, preventative maintenance systems and all related engineering disciplines.
• Budget management experience, cost control and financial responsibility experience with stationary engineering license preferred.
• CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to communicate effectively with public and other employees.
• No employee will pose a direct threat to the health/safety of self or others.

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.