Hotel Engineering Supervisor – Operations & Safety Lead

Highgate; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Highgate Hotels in Key West is seeking an Engineering Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department. In the absence of the Director or Assistant, you will assume administrative and financial responsibilities for the engineering team.

This role requires strong supervisory experience, the ability to manage budgets and forecasts, and a commitment to safety and guest service. The hotel environment demands flexibility, long hours, and a proactive, detail‑oriented

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent or experience in a hotel or related field.
• At least three years progressive experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• Trade school and/or College coursework in related field preferred.
• Previous supervisory skills required.
• Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and guests.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement plans to maintain property, equipment, grounds and other assets in a safe state of repair.
• Ensure hotel compliance with all local, state and federal laws.
• Inspect and certify emergency and life safety equipment per standards.
• Supervise engineers and train staff in customer service, SOPs and loss prevention.
• Participate in energy conservation programs per Highgate Hotel standards.
• Assist with budgeting, wage/salary and energy budgets.
• Assist in financial forecasting and monthly profit/loss reviews.
• Schedule preventive maintenance tasks.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Customer service orientation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Trade school or college coursework

Job description

Highgate Hotels in Key West is seeking an Engineering Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department. In the absence of the Director or Assistant, you will assume administrative and financial responsibilities for the engineering team.

This role requires strong supervisory experience, the ability to manage budgets and forecasts, and a commitment to safety and guest service. The hotel environment demands flexibility, long hours, and a proactive, detail‑oriented