Overnight Security / Engineering Officer

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

Overnight Security / Engineering Officer

Position Summary

Salyers Group / VR Hospitality is seeking a dedicated and reliable Overnight Security / Engineering Officer to help protect guests, staff, and property during overnight hours while supporting hotel facilities and equipment. This role combines overnight security monitoring, emergency response, building inspections, and basic engineering maintenance in a hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and patrol all buildings to help ensure the safety and security of guests, staff, and property.
• Respond to and manage emergency situations, including fire alarms, medical emergencies, engineering issues, and security breaches.
• Conduct regular inspections of hotel facilities and equipment and identify maintenance or repair needs.
• Monitor security cameras, room temperatures, boiler temperatures, and cooler temperatures.
• Complete the nightly engineering building walk.
• Perform pre-assigned engineering tasks provided by the Chief Engineer or Director of Facilities.
• Maintain accurate records of security incidents, engineering activities, and equipment repairs.
• Collaborate with hotel management and staff to maintain a safe and comfortable environment for guests.
• Assist with guest inquiries and amenity requests when the front desk is unable to assist.
• Assist with valet support when requested and when the front desk is unable to assist; security is not solely responsible for valet duties.
• Collect nightly door hangers.
• Check IDs:Card any guest who appears under age 30. Verify that identification is valid and ensure all guests entering KB are at least 21 years old.
• Monitor intoxication:Do not allow guests who appear over-served or visibly intoxicated to enter KB.
• Enforce the no-vaping policy:If a guest is vaping on the property, engage them politely and offer a friendly warning. Ask repeat offenders to leave the property.
• Prevent outside food and beverages:Do not allow guests to bring outside food or beverages onto the property. Leftovers from a dinner out are permitted.
• Maintain clear walkways:Keep walkways unobstructed. Clean and dry spills promptly, and redirect guests around the area when necessary.
• Monitor capacity:Stay aware of occupancy levels and prevent overcrowding.
• Reports directly to the Director of Facilities.
• Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday, 9:30 PM–6:00 AM.
• One 30-minute lunch and two 15-minute breaks.
• At the start of each shift, connect with the second-shift engineering team member for a detailed pass-along.
• Report to the HC engineering office at the start of each shift to collect keys, radio, and other required items; return them to the engineering office before leaving.
• Use the nightly suggested schedule as a shift template and manage time appropriately to accommodate additional requests and personal breaks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in engineering or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience in security, maintenance, or engineering roles, preferably in a hotel or hospitality setting.
• Knowledge of safety and security protocols and basic maintenance and repair techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the 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.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as climbing ladders and operating machinery.

Safety & Attendance Expectations

• Employees are never to physically engage with another individual while acting as security.
• Contact the Covington Police Department if a situation escalates.
• A minimum of four hours' notice is required if an employee is unable to report for a shift; less than four hours' notice is considered an improper call-off.
• Any shift that cannot be completed by the employee will be covered by a member of the Engineering Team.

Employment Information

Employment eligibility requires presentation of documents verifying identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.

Employment with The Salyers Group / VR Hospitality, LLC is at will and may be terminated by either the associate or the company at any time, with or without cause or notice. Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements and company policy.