Chief Engineer

Dimensionhospitality; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dimension Hospitality seeks a hands-on Chief Engineer to lead the hotel maintenance department and oversee building systems, equipment, and property upkeep. You will ensure safety, preventive maintenance, and repairs while directing a team of maintenance professionals to deliver reliable, well‑maintained guest environments.

You will manage repairs, inspections, and budgeting, while coordinating with hotel leadership and other departments to minimize guest disruption and maximize safety and

Qualifications

• Previous engineering or maintenance leadership experience required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the maintenance and engineering team.
• Oversee daily repairs, work orders, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Ensure proper operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life safety systems.
• Conduct regular property inspections and identify maintenance needs.
• Manage department budgeting, inventory, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with safety, fire, and regulatory standards.
• Support maintenance team with troubleshooting and project work.
• Respond quickly to urgent issues and guest impact situations.

Skills

Leadership

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Safety

Team training

Communication

Job description

You are a hands‑on leader with strong technical knowledge and a commitment to maintaining a safe, efficient, and well‑operated hotel. You understand building systems, lead by example, and take pride in creating a reliable, well‑maintained environment for guests and staff. If you enjoy solving problems, guiding a team, and overseeing operations, keep reading.

The RoleAs the Chief Engineer, you lead the maintenance department and oversee all building systems, equipment, and property upkeep. You ensure safety, preventive maintenance, and repair standards are met while supervising a team of maintenance professionals.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead and manage the maintenance and engineering team
• Oversee daily repairs, work orders, and preventive maintenance schedules
• Ensure proper operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life safety systems
• Conduct regular property inspections and identify maintenance needs
• Manage department budgeting, inventory, and vendor relationships
• Ensure compliance with safety, fire, and regulatory standards
• Support maintenance team with troubleshooting and project work
• Respond quickly to urgent issues and guest impact situations
• Coordinate effectively with hotel leadership and all departments
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized engineering shop and work areas

Why You Will Love It Here

• Leadership role with daily operational impact
• A supportive team environment
• Opportunities to grow your technical and management skills
• A role where you directly influence guest satisfaction and hotel performance

EOE

Qualifications

What Makes You You

• Previous engineering or maintenance leadership experience required
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
• Organized, dependable, and safety focused
• Able to lead, train, and motivate a maintenance team
• Skilled in troubleshooting and problem solving
• Comfortable working hands on and managing multiple priorities
• Ability to lift, move, climb, and work with tools and equipment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Flexible to work any shifts including holidays and weekends

Source: Dimension Hospitality