Chief Engineer

Vacatia; Williamsburg (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Vacatia’s Vacation Village Williamsburg seeks a Chief Engineer to lead the maintenance and engineering team, ensuring safe, reliable guest spaces and infrastructure. You’ll oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and grounds, manage preventive maintenance, and partner with resort leaders to deliver an outstanding guest experience while controlling budgets and schedules.

This role requires hands-on leadership, on-call flexibility, and a commitment to safety and Vacatia standards in a hospitality

Qualifications

• 5+ years in engineering or maintenance, including 2+ years in a leadership role (hospitality experience preferred)
• Strong knowledge of building systems and maintenance best practices
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and a high-performing team
• Hands-on, flexible with on-call coverage

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the engineering & maintenance team.
• Oversee daily operations of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Manage preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and Vacatia standards.
• Plan and manage capital improvement projects.
• Partner with vendors and contractors to complete repairs and upgrades on time and on budget.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Building systems

Preventive maintenance

HVAC expertise

On-call readiness

Job description

Join Our Team as Chief Engineer at Vacation Village Williamsburg

Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for keeping things running at their best? Do you take pride in creating a safe, beautiful, and fully functional environment for guests and team members? Vacatia is looking for a Chief Engineer to lead our maintenance and engineering team at Vacation Village Resort in Williamsburg, VA.

What You’ll Do

As our Chief Engineer, you’ll be the go-to expert ensuring every system, space, and piece of equipment at the resort is operating smoothly. From overseeing HVAC and electrical systems to keeping the grounds in top shape, your leadership will set the tone for excellence. You’ll manage a skilled team, coordinate preventive maintenance, and partner with other resort leaders to deliver an outstanding guest experience.

Your Impact

• Lead and mentor the engineering & maintenance team.
• Oversee daily operations of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Manage preventative maintenance programs to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and Vacatia standards.
• Plan and manage capital improvement projects.
• Partner with vendors and contractors to complete repairs and upgrades on time and on budget.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of engineering or maintenance experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role (hospitality experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of building systems and maintenance best practices.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and a high-performing team.
• Hands-on skills and willingness to jump in when needed.
• Flexible availability, including on-call coverage.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Vacatia, we believe in creating lasting vacation memories — for our guests and for our team members. Here, you’ll enjoy:

• A collaborative, supportive work environment.
• Opportunities to grow your skills and career.
• The satisfaction of seeing your work directly enhances the guest experience.