Hotel Chief Engineer: Lead Maintenance & Guest Experience

Bfsaulhotels; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Short & Long Term Disability

Vacation Policy

401(k) Retirement Program

Paid Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Complimentary Room Stays

Discounted Room Rates for Team Members

Weekly Payroll

Complimentary Parking

Job summary

Embassy Suites by Hilton Dulles Airport in Herndon, VA is seeking a skilled Chief Engineer to lead all hotel engineering operations, covering preventive maintenance, asset protection and capital expenditures to ensure a safe, comfortable guest experience.

The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years of maintenance experience in hotels, strong leadership, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment; relevant certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of maintenance experience, hotel industry preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• CPO, HVAC, boiler, Serve Safe certification desired, or the ability to obtain certification based on policy guidelines.
• Must be detail oriented with strong communication and problem solving skills.
• Must be able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections to protect assets and support guest satisfaction.
• Identify concerns and provide repair/maintenance solutions to lengthen asset life.
• Control expenses through proper use of equipment and cost-saving measures.
• Manage a department and team to achieve financial success, guest satisfaction, and employee relations.
• Follow SOPs, train staff, and collaborate with other departments to ensure excellent service.
• Maintain a safe work environment and comply with all regulations and policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

CPO certification

HVAC

Boiler certification

Serve Safe certification

Job description

Embassy Suites by Hilton Dulles Airport in Herndon, VA is seeking a skilled Chief Engineer to lead all hotel engineering operations, covering preventive maintenance, asset protection and capital expenditures to ensure a safe, comfortable guest experience.

The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years of maintenance experience in hotels, strong leadership, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment; relevant certifications are preferred.