Temporary Assistant Director, Engineering - Capital Hilton

Socket.dev; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton is seeking a Temporary Assistant Director of Engineering to support the Director in ensuring safe, functional, and high‑quality hotel operations. You will help manage building systems, oversee maintenance, and drive capital projects while upholding Hilton’s hospitality standards.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver memorable guest experiences, supervise technical staff, and coordinate regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Experience overseeing large facilities operations and safety programs.
• Familiarity with building systems: electrical, mechanical, HVAC, life safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead facility operations and ensure safety, compliance, and reliability of buildings and systems.
• Oversee maintenance, inspections, and repairs for electrical, mechanical, and architectural systems.
• Direct capital projects, budgeting, bidding, and permitting for property improvements.
• Manage work orders and ensure timely completion and documentation.
• Ensure regulatory permits and inspections are coordinated with authorities.
• Develop a high-performing team through coaching and recognition programs.

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a TemporaryAssistant Director of Engineering, you’re not just assisting the Director in overseeing the safety and functionality of the property – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

Here’s what you’ll do during a typical day:

• Partner in leading facility operations: Assist in directing the functionality, safety, and compliance of buildings, mechanical systems, electrical systems, HVAC, life safety systems, and grounds in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Oversee facility maintenance: Perform facility inspections and supervise construction, installation, maintenance, and repairs of electrical, mechanical, and architectural systems
• Support property improvement projects: Assist in directing capital projects and property rehabilitations – including scheduling, budgeting, contractor bidding, and licensing/permitting – while ensuring regulatory compliance
• Oversee work order fulfillment: Ensure routine maintenance and repairs are assigned, verified, and documented in the property maintenance management system
• Ensure regulatory compliance: Communicate with government officials to maintain permits, coordinate inspections, and uphold safety and code standards
• Cultivate a high-performing team: Drive engagement and retention through performance management, professional development, and recognition programs

Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality. Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands,and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel. Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical. Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blogto see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.