Engineering Supervisor

HRI Hospitality; Dana Point (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

HRI Hospitality is looking for an Engineering Supervisor to oversee the maintenance team at our Dana Point property. You will supervise engineers, coordinate shifts, and lead in the Chief Engineer's absence while ensuring safe, well-maintained facilities for guests and staff.

The role requires HVAC, electrical, and plumbing knowledge, strong communication, and a flexible schedule to support 24/7 hotel operations. Join us in delivering high standards of service in a coastal setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years as an Engineer, preferably in a hotel setting.
• Thorough knowledge of general repairs and maintenance.
• Electrical, plumbing and HVAC knowledge is required.
• Strong supervisory, troubleshooting and hotel maintenance skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and overnight shifts.
• Exceptional customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders and assign work by priorities.
• Coordinate engineering staff on a shift basis.
• Lead the engineering department in absence of Chief Engineer.
• Complete work orders promptly and maintain clean, orderly mechanical areas.
• Inspect public areas daily for issues and coordinate repairs.
• Perform skilled repairs using power and hand tools, welding equipment.
• Maintain preventative maintenance programs and updated records.
• Assist guests in emergencies and support safety procedures.
• Lead environmentally conscious initiatives to support greening of hospitality.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Engineering background

HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Quore

Outlook

Hotel Radios

Job description

198 rooms and 8,821 sq. Ft. Meeting/event space.

Amenities include: ocean views, beachfront access, restaurant & bar, outdoor meeting space, fitness center, rooftop lounge, outdoor pool.

Just steps from Doheny State Beach and minutes from I-5, this pet-friendly property offers guests easy access to local attractions and Dana Point Harbor’s shopping and dining. Combining coastal charm with modern amenities, it provides an engaging environment for hospitality professionals serving both leisure and business travelers, ideal for leaders who enjoy blending a resort-adjacent lifestyle with efficient operations.

Pay Range:

$0.00-$0.00

Job Description

Job Title : Engineering Supervisor

Department: Maintenance

Supervision Exercised: Maintenance Staff

Supervision Received: Chief Engineer/General Manager

JOB SUMMARY: To ensure a safe, efficient, well-maintained hotel environment.

Job Duties include the following :

Guest Services & Operations:

• Review work orders and assign work by priorities.
• Work with engineering staff on a shift basis and coordinate their activities.
• Assume the full responsibility for the engineering department in the absence of the Chief Engineer.
• Complete work order requests in a timely manner.
• Maintain all mechanical areas in an orderly and clean condition.
• Inspect public areas daily for any issues.
• Repairs may include plumbing, electrical, heating, cooling, ventilation, furnishing and fixtures, painting, wall cover repairs, light carpentry, door and window repairs.
• Maintain the Rooms Preventative Maintenance Program and consistently keep updated records on file.
• Have knowledge of swimming pool maintenance and chemicals.
• Perform skilled repair and maintenance operations using power tools, hand tools, welding equipment
• Know hotels’ emergency procedures and where all emergency shut-offs are located.
• Assist hotel Guests when necessary, in case of an emergency
• Perform special projects assigned a time set for each project
• Support environmental commitments by having the knowledge, skills and values to be a leader in the global goal of “greening” the hospitality industry
• Maintain up-to-date inventories of heat, light & power, repair and maintenance supplies.

Administrative & Communication:

• Communicate effectively with other departments (e.g., housekeeping, front desk, F&B) to ensure guest needs are met by utilizing tools like Quore, Outlook, Hotel Radios to communicate.

• Follow company policies and procedures

• Follow up with guest requests/complaints

• Watch for safety hazard

• Be ready and willing to complete the job as necessary

Minimum Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent

• A minimum of (2) years as an Engineer, preferably in a hotel setting such as Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt or other hotel brands.

• Has thorough knowledge and understanding of general repairs and maintenance

• Electrical, plumbing and HVAC knowledge is required.

• Strong supervisory, troubleshooting and hotel maintenance is required.

• Must possess very good interpersonal and communication skills; will be interfacing with a high percentage of guests as well as other staff members

• The ability to listen, learn, be helpful in all situations and make the most sound decisions toward the resolution of a potential problem

• Must have a flexible schedule and be available to work morning, evenings, weekends, holidays and overnight shifts.

• Must have exceptional customer service skills.

Position Disclaimer:
This job description reflects the general nature and level of work performed in this role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or assign duties as necessary to meet business needs.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

HRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‑related requirements_._