Hotel Engineering Lead: Ops, Safety & Maintenance

Melrosehoteldc; Washington; Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The Melrose Georgetown Hotel is seeking a seasoned Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering Department, ensuring guest rooms and public areas stay in excellent working order.

You will oversee maintenance programs, supervise engineers, and implement safety policies, while collaborating with hotel leadership to deliver outstanding guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Prior hotel engineering experience required, covering HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems.
• Vocational training or associate degree; relevant certifications or apprenticeships.
• Ability to read drawings/blueprints and interpret test equipment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays.
• Team player focused on guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Maintain hotel systems and meet engineering standards.
• Perform walk-throughs to assess building maintenance.
• Manage preventive maintenance for rooms and public areas.
• Hire, train, supervise, and coach engineering staff.
• Enforce safety policies and OSHA HazCom procedures.
• Collaborate with hotel management and General Manager.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical work

Plumbing systems

Team leadership

Communication skills

Reading blueprints

Education

Vocational training

Associate's degree

Certifications

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Chief Engineer The Melrose Georgetown Hotel

#26-2962

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

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Location Description

2430 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, Dist. Columbia 20037

Experience a vibrant boutique hotel located in the Foggy Bottom neighborhood and steps away from internationally acclaimed historic Georgetown. Our iconic Washington, DC hotel features luxurious rooms and suites with beautiful décor and original artwork.

Job Description

What you will be doing

• Making sure the hotel is in great working order! Works to meet all operational standards related to the Engineering Department.
• Conduct walk-throughs and assessment of maintenance and operation of the hotel structure, systems and equipment.
• Responsible for Rooms and Public Area Preventive Maintenance Program and consistently keep updated records.
• Works with all hotel management team and property General Manager.
• Hire, train, supervise, coach and counsel associates, including managers.
• Ensure grounds are maintained in order to provide great arrival experience.
• Implement hotel's safety and emergency policies and procedures (i.e. evacuations, first aid, etc.) including removal of all safety hazards, following company's OSHA Hazcom program and safe lifting techniques.
• Pay: $85,000.00

Location

Washington Melrose-WML

Requirements

What we are looking for

• Previous hotel engineering experience required, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, commercial kitchen and general building construction
• Vocational training, associate's degree, certification and/or apprenticeship in one or more area; state certification or licensure where required
• Must be able to read and interpret drawings, diagrams and blue prints. Read and understand test equipment and measuring devices
• Strong business communication skills verbal and written
• Flexible to work varying schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Someone who enjoys working as and being part of a team that provides great experiences for our Guests!
• Physical Requirements (In-Office Role)
• Occasional standing and walking throughout the workday.
• Frequent fine motor skills, use of hands and fingers for keyboarding/typing, utilizing a mouse or trackpad, writing, and operating office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, reach, or carry items.
• Ability to lift and/or move 10–25 pounds as needed (e.g., files, office supplies).
• Visual ability to read from a computer screen and printed materials including close visual focus for extended periods and color differentiation (for certain roles).
• Ability to hear and participate in conversations and meetings, use phone and/or headset
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Status

Full-time

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