Director of Engineering

The Crescent Hotels Group; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits plan

401K matching

Flexible scheduling

Property discounts

Hotel room discounts

Job summary

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is seeking a strong Engineering leader to supervise the hotel’s Engineering team and manage preventive maintenance of the property. You will ensure life safety systems and all facilities are maintained in line with standards, codes, and guest safety expectations.

The role requires at least 5 years in facilities/maintenance, EPA Universal and CPO certifications, and a background in hotel maintenance with knowledge of HVAC, kitchen equipment, and building systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in facilities or maintenance roles.
• EPA Universal Certification – Required.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) – Required.
• Hotel maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical/electrical systems and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and on-call rotations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all Engineering staff and maintenance of the hotel.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and repairs of property equipment.
• Monitor life safety systems, utilities, and compliance with codes/regulations.
• Ensure FF&E, grounds, and facilities are well-maintained and safe.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints/manuals

HVAC knowledge

Facility maintenance

Tools

HVAC systems

Job description

Description

Our all-suite 3-star hotel is located near the area's top nearby attractions, including the National Air and Space Museum, Dulles Expo Center and Reston Town Center and Worldgate Center.

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do!

We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that ‘feed your inner explorer’, we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.

We are looking for our next great team member to lead our Engineering team. We are committed to providing you with:

• Highly competitive wages
• An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
• 401K matching program for eligible associates
• Flexible scheduling to allow you to focus on what is important to you
• Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members
• Hotel Room Discounts at Marriott properties worldwide.

Here is what you will be doing each day:

In this role, you will be managing and supervising all of Engineering staff and the maintaining and maintenance of the hotel. You will supervise the implementation of all property equipment preventive maintenance and repairs, monitoring life safety systems and utilities and administering the department in compliance with all corporate/franchise standards and local, state and national codes and regulations to protect assets, guests and associates. Preventive maintenance and repair of the hotel's mechanical/electrical systems and equipment, and for the general maintenance and upkeep of the physical plant, FF&E, grounds, swimming pool, etc.

Does this sound like you?

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a facilities or maintenance technician role.
• EPA Universal Certification – Required.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) – Required.
• Previous hotel maintenance experience – Preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment, HVAC systems, laundry machinery, and AV/security systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and on-call rotations as needed.

Our differences are what make us great:

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts we strive to create a great place to work where associates at all levels of our organization are respected for their differences, just like the guests and owners we serve. That’s why we are dedicated to creating an environment that facilitates open and honest conversations about race, equity, diversity, and inclusion. By examining our own beliefs and behaviors, we can create change through training, recruiting, and promoting diverse talent to strengthen our culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Source: Crescent Hotels & Resorts