Night Security & Facilities Engineer

Hotel Covington; Covington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salyers Group / VR Hospitality is seeking an Overnight Security / Engineering Officer to protect guests, staff, and property during overnight hours while supporting hotel facilities and equipment.

Responsibilities include monitoring, emergency response, inspections, and basic engineering tasks; reporting incidents and coordinating with the Director of Facilities. Shift: Tue–Sat, 9:30 PM–6:00 AM, with breaks and a mid-shift handoff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in engineering or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in security, maintenance, or engineering roles, ideally in hospitality.
• Knowledge of safety and security protocols and basic maintenance techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Availability to work overnight shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and patrol buildings to ensure safety and security of guests, staff, and property.
• Respond to emergencies including fires, medical incidents, engineering issues, and security breaches.
• Inspect hotel facilities and equipment and identify repair needs.
• Monitor cameras, room, boiler, and cooler temperatures.
• Complete nightly engineering building walk and pre-assigned tasks from the Chief Engineer or Director of Facilities.
• Maintain accurate records of security incidents and engineering activities.

Skills

Security experience

Overnight shift

Communication skills

Independence

Teamwork

Incident reporting

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Engineering-related technical training

Tools

Security camera systems

Basic maintenance techniques

Job description

The Salyers Group / VR Hospitality is seeking an Overnight Security / Engineering Officer to protect guests, staff, and property during overnight hours while supporting hotel facilities and equipment.

Responsibilities include monitoring, emergency response, inspections, and basic engineering tasks; reporting incidents and coordinating with the Director of Facilities. Shift: Tue–Sat, 9:30 PM–6:00 AM, with breaks and a mid-shift handoff.