Engineer
Required skills
- maintenance
- HVAC
- electrical
- plumbing
- supervisory
- team leadership
- root-cause analysis
- preventive maintenance
- facility management
Nice to have
- Electro-Mechanical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- facility management certifications
- budgeting
- inventory control
Role summary
The Westin Washington, D.C. City Center is seeking an experienced Engineer with supervisory capabilities to lead maintenance operations. Responsibilities include overseeing mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems, troubleshooting complex issues, implementing preventive maintenance programs, and ensuring the safe and efficient operation of all building systems. The role also involves supervising, training, and evaluating maintenance staff, coordinating schedules, and managing documentation. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, with a minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience and 1 year of supervisory experience.
Department: Engineering
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Flexible, including weekends and holidays
Job Summary: The Westin Washington, D.C. City Center is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Engineer with strong supervisory capabilities to lead and oversee all maintenance operations within our property. This role is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and uninterrupted operation of all mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and building systems while supervising the maintenance team and maintaining exceptional standards of guest satisfaction. The ideal candidate combines hands-on technical expertise with leadership skills and a proactive, solution-oriented approach
Key Responsibilities:
Technical & Operational Duties:
- Oversee and participate in general maintenance and repairs in guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house, and exterior property areas
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex issues related to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, mechanical, and structural systems
- Lead response to maintenance requests and emergency repairs in a timely and professional manner
- Conduct routine inspections of building systems, machinery, and equipment to ensure operational efficiency and compliance
- Develop, implement, and monitor preventive maintenance programs
- Ensure tools, equipment, and engineering workspaces are maintained in safe and operational condition
- Analyze system performance and recommend upgrades or efficiency improvements
Supervisory & Leadership Duties:
- Supervise, train, and evaluate maintenance staff and general maintenance attendants
- Assign daily tasks and monitor work quality and productivity
- Provide technical guidance and hands-on support when required
- Ensure adherence to safety policies, procedures, and local building codes
- Coordinate maintenance schedules to minimize operational and guest disruptions
- Maintain maintenance logs, service records, and compliance documentation
- Assist in budgeting, inventory control, and procurement of maintenance supplies and equipment
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (preferred)
- Certifications in HVAC, electrical systems, or facility management (preferred)
- Minimum +3 years of progressive maintenance experience in hotel, commercial, or residential facilities
- Minimum +1 years of supervisory or team leadership experience
- Strong working knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical distribution, plumbing, building automation systems, and general facility infrastructure
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals
- Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills
- Excellent leadership, communication, and team management abilities
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., work at heights, and perform physical tasks as required
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays, and respond to emergency situations
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Employee discounts at Marriott hotels worldwide
- Opportunities for growth and development within the Marriott family
Join Our Team: At The Westin Washington, D.C. City Center, we believe in the power of service, well-being, and excellence. If you take pride in your craftsmanship and want to be part of a dynamic and supportive team, we invite you to apply today.
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