Lead Hotel Engineer: Systems, Safety & Guest Experience

DIMENSION MASTER; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DIMENSION MASTER in Alexandria, VA seeks a hands-on Chief Engineer to lead the hotel’s maintenance operations, ensuring safe, well‑operated building systems and guest comfort. You will supervise HVAC, electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems, guide a team of maintenance professionals, and uphold safety and reliability standards across the property.

This full-time on-site role offers a salary of $87,000 to $90,000 per year, with opportunities to expand technical and leadership capabilities

Qualifications

• Previous engineering or maintenance leadership experience required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Organized, dependable, and safety focused.
• Able to lead, train, and motivate a maintenance team.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Comfortable working hands-on and managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to lift, move, climb, and work with tools and equipment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible to work any shifts including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the maintenance and engineering team.
• Oversee daily repairs, work orders, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Ensure proper operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life safety systems.
• Conduct regular property inspections and identify maintenance needs.
• Manage department budgeting, inventory, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with safety, fire, and regulatory standards.
• Support maintenance team with troubleshooting and project work.
• Respond quickly to urgent issues and guest impact situations.
• Coordinate effectively with hotel leadership and all departments.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized engineering shop and work areas.

Skills

Leadership

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Safety

Troubleshooting

Team Management

Communication

Multitasking

Job description

DIMENSION MASTER in Alexandria, VA seeks a hands-on Chief Engineer to lead the hotel’s maintenance operations, ensuring safe, well‑operated building systems and guest comfort. You will supervise HVAC, electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems, guide a team of maintenance professionals, and uphold safety and reliability standards across the property.

This full-time on-site role offers a salary of $87,000 to $90,000 per year, with opportunities to expand technical and leadership capabilities