Lead Hotel Engineer - Boutique Property

One Ocean Resort & Spa; Washington (Washington County); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The Melrose Georgetown Hotel in Washington, DC seeks a Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering Department, ensuring the property remains in peak operating condition and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You will oversee preventive maintenance, manage staff, and coordinate safety programs, with hands-on responsibilities in HVAC, electrical, and building systems.

This full-time role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a collaborative approach to facilities management.

Qualifications

• Previous hotel engineering experience is required, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing and building systems.
• Vocational training or certification in a related field is preferred.
• Ability to read drawings/diagrams and interpret test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the hotel is in great working order and meets all engineering standards.
• Conduct walk-throughs and assess maintenance of building systems and equipment.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs and maintain records.
• Collaborate with hotel management and the General Manager.
• Hire, train, supervise, coach and counsel engineering staff.
• Maintain grounds and facilities to ensure a great guest arrival experience.
• Implement safety policies per OSHA HazCom and emergency procedures.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Electrical & plumbing knowledge

Blueprints reading

Team leadership

Education

Vocational training or apprenticeship in facilities management

Associate's degree or relevant certification

Job description

The Melrose Georgetown Hotel in Washington, DC seeks a Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering Department, ensuring the property remains in peak operating condition and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You will oversee preventive maintenance, manage staff, and coordinate safety programs, with hands-on responsibilities in HVAC, electrical, and building systems.

This full-time role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a collaborative approach to facilities management.