Engineering Supervisor

crestline-external; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton Garden Inn Blacksburg University is seeking an Engineering Supervisor to lead maintenance operations, ensure safety, and manage vendor relations at our Blacksburg property near Virginia Tech. The role emphasizes preventative maintenance programs and guest safety across mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems.

Responsibilities include coordinating daily work, overseeing projects, and maintaining electronic work-order systems, while upholding brand standards and safety protocols in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1 year maintenance experience.
• Hospitality experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills and MS Office familiarity (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Knowledge of building maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.

Responsibilities

• Conduct walk-throughs to inspect mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems and related equipment.
• Ensure projects and repairs comply with codes and are completed timely.
• Obtain cost-effective proposals for maintenance and repairs.
• Perform guest response and preventive maintenance work orders.
• Schedule work within the preventive maintenance program to minimize guest impact.
• Maintain Life Safety equipment inspections, testing, and certification per code.
• Assist in critical incidents and emergency response.
• Maintain electronic maintenance/work order systems (Quore, PM Works).
• Organize materials, tools, and maintain clean work area.
• Ensure proper handling of chemicals according to SDS and security program adherence.
• Maintain hotel grounds.

Skills

Maintenance management

HVAC systems

Electrical knowledge

Vendor management

Life Safety compliance

Preventive maintenance

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1 year maintenance experience

Certified Pool Operator license

Hospitality experience preferred

Tools

Quore

PM Works

Brand-specific maintenance programs

Job description

Located near the Virginia Tech campus, Hilton Garden Inn Blacksburg University is committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences through outstanding service, comfortable accommodations, and a well-maintained property. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Engineering Supervisor to help lead our maintenance operations and ensure our hotel remains safe, functional, and guest-ready.

Overview

The ultimate mission of the Engineering Supervisor will be to ensure our guests’ satisfaction by exceeding their expectations. The position is primarily responsible for maintaining the building, grounds, and mechanical equipment with particular attention towards safety, security, and asset protection. In addition, the role is accountable for vendor oversight and overall property preventative maintenance programs.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Conducting walk-throughs and assessing the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems and any other related equipment
• Ensure that all projects, routine maintenance, repairs, and replacement projects are completed in a timely fashion and according to applicable codes
• Obtain and present cost-effective proposals for maintaining or repairing all systems throughout the hotel
• Perform guest response and preventive maintenance work orders as assigned
• Schedule work in accordance with preventive maintenance program in rooms and public space with all other departments to ensure limited guest impact
• Ensure that all Life Safety equipment and systems are inspected, tested, and certified per code and any applicable brand standards
• Assisting critical situations (fire, natural disasters, major mechanical malfunctions, etc) and performing duties as assigned
• Maintaining effective preventative maintenance and work order programs through the utilization of electronic systems (Quore, PM Works, or brand specific programs)
• Organize materials, tools, and equipment to perform daily assignments
• Always maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area
• Maintain the proper use, cleaning, maintenance, and storage of all tools
• Handle chemicals for designated uses/surfaces in accordance with Safety Data Sheets
• Ensure key security program is in place and adhered to
• Maintain property grounds

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED and 1 years of experience in maintenance
• Hospitality experience is preferred
• Basic Computer skills required to include processing emails, basic spreadsheet manipulation, and database/systems navigationincluding familiarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, and Word)
• Must have knowledge of: Methods, and materials used in general building maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, building and electrical units and HVAC
• Must possess or can obtain a certified pool operator license

Crestline Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or disability status.