The Melrose Hotel Chief Engineer

One Ocean Resort & Spa; Washington; On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

One Ocean Resort & Spa in Washington, DC seeks a seasoned Engineering Manager to lead the hotel's engineering team and uphold top-tier operational standards. You will oversee maintenance across rooms, public areas, and building systems, conducting regular walk-throughs and ensuring preventive maintenance programs are current.

The role requires strong HVAC, electrical, and plumbing knowledge, plus the ability to read blueprints and lead a team.

Qualifications

• Previous hotel engineering experience required, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems.
• Vocational training or an associate degree and/or applicable certification.
• Ability to read drawings/blueprints and interpret test equipment.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.
• Flexible to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the hotel is well maintained and meets operational standards.
• Perform regular walk-throughs and assess the maintenance of structures, systems, and equipment.
• Manage preventive maintenance programs for rooms and public areas; keep records updated.
• Collaborate with hotel management and the General Manager.
• Hire, train, supervise, and coach associates, including managers.
• Maintain grounds to ensure a great arrival experience.
• Implement safety and emergency policies, OSHA Hazcom compliance, and safe lifting.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Reading blueprints

Team leadership

Maintenance planning

Communication

Education

Vocational training / Associate degree

Tools

Test equipment

Measuring devices

Job description

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Location Description

2430 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, Dist. Columbia 20037

Experience a vibrant boutique hotel located in the Foggy Bottom neighborhood and steps away from internationally acclaimed historic Georgetown. Our iconic Washington, DC hotel features luxurious rooms and suites with beautiful décor and original artwork.

Job Description

What you will be doing

• Making sure the hotel is in great working order! Works to meet all operational standards related to the Engineering Department.
• Conduct walk-throughs and assessment of maintenance and operation of the hotel structure, systems and equipment.
• Responsible for Rooms and Public Area Preventive Maintenance Program and consistently keep updated records.
• Works with all hotel management team and property General Manager.
• Hire, train, supervise, coach and counsel associates, including managers.
• Ensure grounds are maintained in order to provide great arrival experience.
• Implement hotel's safety and emergency policies and procedures (i.e. evacuations, first aid, etc.) including removal of all safety hazards, following company's OSHA Hazcom program and safe lifting techniques.
• Pay: $85,000.00

Location

Washington Melrose-WML

Requirements

What we are looking for

• Previous hotel engineering experience required, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, commercial kitchen and general building construction
• Vocational training, associate's degree, certification and/or apprenticeship in one or more area; state certification or licensure where required
• Must be able to read and interpret drawings, diagrams and blue prints. Read and understand test equipment and measuring devices
• Strong business communication skills verbal and written
• Flexible to work varying schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Someone who enjoys working as and being part of a team that provides great experiences for our Guests!
• Physical Requirements (In-Office Role)
• Occasional standing and walking throughout the workday.
• Frequent fine motor skills, use of hands and fingers for keyboarding/typing, utilizing a mouse or trackpad, writing, and operating office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, reach, or carry items.
• Ability to lift and/or move 10–25 pounds as needed (e.g., files, office supplies).
• Visual ability to read from a computer screen and printed materials including close visual focus for extended periods and color differentiation (for certain roles).
• Ability to hear and participate in conversations and meetings, use phone and/or headset
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Status

Full-time

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