Chief Engineer (Hotel Maintenance)

About the role

Hotel Madera, an 82-room hotel in Dupont Circle, Washington, DC, is hiring a Chief Engineer for its hotel maintenance team. The role manages general and preventative maintenance so that guest service and sustainability standards are met across the property. The advertised pay is $70,000 per year.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate bids, quotes and contracts for third-party vendors, and oversee small projects or Property Improvement Plans.
• Perform and supervise repairs such as sheetrock, painting, furniture refinishing and replacement of electrical and plumbing fixtures.
• Troubleshoot kitchen equipment and repair heating and cooling pumps, and install and program televisions.
• Maintain accurate records of preventive maintenance on rooms and equipment, and test life safety systems so they stay fully operational.
• Coordinate compliance of service contracts and ensure work meets local, state and federal codes.
• Maintain the building exterior and curb appeal in line with EarthView sustainability guidelines.
• Follow MSDS and OSHA safety standards and work to raise guest satisfaction scores.

Required profile

• High school diploma or trade school coursework in a related field is preferred.
• Previous supervisory engineer or maintenance experience (or equivalent training) is required.
• HVAC certification is required; other certifications may be needed depending on local needs.

Required skills

• HVAC certification
• Supervisory maintenance experience

What we offer

• Medical, dental and vision health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401k with company match
• Free basic life insurance
• Travel discounts
• Commuter transit and parking benefits
• Employee assistance and wellness program
• Educational and professional development, technology reimbursements

Schedule varies and may include holidays, weekends or alternate shifts. The job involves standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds and climbing or kneeling.