Temporary Assistant Director, Engineering - Capital Hilton

Hilton; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton is seeking a Temporary Assistant Director of Engineering to oversee the safety and functionality of the property and to drive hospitality through well-managed engineering operations. You will assist the Director in directing critical mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and life safety systems while ensuring regulatory compliance and high service standards.

You will lead maintenance, oversee capital projects, and manage work orders, collaborating with government officials and vendors to deliver

Qualifications

• Experience leading facilities operations in large properties.
• Strong supervisory and safety/regulatory compliance knowledge.
• Ability to manage capital projects, budgeting, and permits.

Responsibilities

• Lead facility operations, safety, and compliance across mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and life safety systems.
• Oversee maintenance, inspections, and repairs of building systems and grounds.
• Direct capital projects, budgeting, contractor bidding, and permitting, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate work orders and ensure documentation in CMMS.
• Maintain permits, inspections, and safety standards with government officials.
• Foster a high-performing team through performance management and recognition programs.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Integrity

Ownership

Hospitality mindset

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 Temporary Assistant 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.

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

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.