Residential Duty Engineer

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay & benefits package

Accommodation at other Four Seasons

Uniforms and dry cleaning

Employee meals

Paid holidays and vacation

Special rates for experiences

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts in Washington, DC seeks a Residential Engineer to diagnose, service, and repair residential common area equipment including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and related systems. You will respond to inquiries and work orders promptly while upholding Four Seasons’ standards.

The role requires 1–5 years of relevant experience, EPA refrigeration certification preferred, and the ability to lift 20–50 lbs. Full-time, with flexible shifts to support 24/7 operations.

Qualifications

• Fluent English in reading and writing.
• Able to lift 20–50 lbs regularly.
• Strong communication skills with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify and repair equipment across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, steam, gas, fire & safety systems.
• Perform building maintenance tasks: painting, wallpapering, window/Door work, floor care.
• Carpentry duties: walls, doors, trim, furniture, lockers, gates.

Skills

Fluent English

Lift 20-50 lbs

Good communication

Computer skills

Proactive problem solving

Education

EPA 608 Type II Certification

EPA Refrigerant Certification

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world‑class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

About the role

The Residential Engineer diagnoses,providesservice and repairs to residentialcommon areaequipment including electrical, plumbing, steam, gas, fire & safety, HVAC refrigeration, interiorrepairs, paint and decorating.Additionally, theyrespond to inquiries andwork ordersin an efficient,courteous,and professional manner to achieve maximumResidentialsatisfaction whilecomplying withall Four Seasons’guidelines andpolicies.

What you will do

• Identify and perform repairs of equipment including motors, starters, breakers, chillers DOAS units and associated equipment throughout the entire building
• Perform a variety of building maintenance duties including painting and wallpapering, window installation and repair, floor treatment and repair, door hanging and repairing, and exterior wall surfaces
• Perform a variety of carpentry duties as assigned including repairing walls, doors and trim; furniture repairs, lockers, gate locks and fences
• Replace burned out and defective fluorescent tubes and light bulbs; replace burned out ballasts, broken light switches, duplex receptacles, plates, and other plug receptacles
• Repair bathroom plumbing; replace or repair leaking faucets and damaged vanity sinks; unclog toilets, shower and sink drains
• Maintain heating and refrigeration units, replace filters and clean vents; repair coolers
• Clean all stations in Engineering, grease traps, plumbing stoppages and maintain an organized department
• Maintenance and separation of refuse and trash chute and corresponding areas
• Implement and handle preventative maintenance of all equipment and update appropriate logs
• Respond to residents’ calls regarding maintenance of units and equipment in units or common areas in a timely manner
• Respond to all emergency conditions such as fires, power failures, etc.

What you bring

• Fluent in English, reading and writing
• Secondary education or equivalent experience
• Experience required by position is from 1 to 2 years of employment in the related position with Four Seasons or other organization
• Experience required by position is from 3 to 5 years of employment in the related position with direct refrigeration experience
• Requires a working technical knowledge of general building maintenance
• Preferred Refrigeration Certification: EPA 608 Type II and/or EPA Universal Certification
• Working knowledge is generally learned on-the-job or through a series of professional certifications
• Ability to work all shifts
• Good verbal and written communication skills is required. Ability to communicate with a diverse team of employees, homeowners, visitors, and vendors
• Computer skills including typing/word processing experience and the ability to work off devices and computer programs
• Able to work with minimal supervision and be pro-active in their approach to problem resolution
• Able to lift 20-50lbs regularly
• Able to work while standing or walking for most of the shift

What we offer:

• $33/hr- $35/hr and a comprehensive benefits package
• Market-leading pay and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision and Retirement Savings Plan)
• Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
• Complimentary uniforms and dry cleaning for business clothing
• Employee Mealsallowance per shift
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days
• Culinary, retail and wellness experiences at special rates

Schedule & Hours:

• Full time availability
• Flexible for early morning, mid-day, and evening shifts in order to support 24/7 operational business needs

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Aff... Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the ‘EEOC is The Law’ Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Aff... Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the ‘EEOC is The Law’ Information poster please visit this website - https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal