Engineering Supervisor

Description:

We are pleased to introduce an important leadership opportunity within our hotel’s Engineering Department. The Engineer Supervisor plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, efficient, and guest-ready environment each day on our Hilton hotel Campus. The Engineer Supervisor supports the daily operations of the Engineering Department by overseeing maintenance staff, coordinating work orders, and ensuring the hotel’s physical assets are maintained to Hilton brand standards. This role ensures guest satisfaction through timely repairs, preventative maintenance, and a safe, well-functioning environment for guests and team members.

Please note: Although this is a supervisor role, if offered, candidate will work as an Engineer within the 90-day probationary period prior to fulfilling the Engineer Supervisor role.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise engineering team members, assign daily tasks, and ensure work is completed efficiently and accurately.
• Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to engineering staff.
• Assist with scheduling, timecard accuracy, and ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts.
• Support onboarding and ongoing technical training for new hires.

Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform and oversee repairs on HVAC systems, electrical panels, plumbing, boilers, chillers, kitchen equipment, and general building systems.
• Respond promptly to guest room and public area maintenance requests.
• Ensure all work orders are completed within required timeframes and documented accurately.

Preventative Maintenance

• and participate in the hotel’s Preventative Maintenance Program (PMP).
• Conduct routine inspections of guest rooms, equipment, and building systems.
• Ensure compliance with Hilton brand standards and local/state regulations.

Safety & Compliance

• Maintain a safe working environment by following OSHA, fire safety, and hotel safety protocols.
• Ensure all equipment rooms, mechanical spaces, and storage areas are clean, organized, and secured.
• Assist with safety audits, emergency procedures, and compliance documentation.

Vendor & Inventory Management

• Coordinate with outside contractors for specialized repairs or projects.
• Monitor inventory of tools, supplies, and replacement parts; submit purchase requests as needed.
• Ensure all vendor work meets quality and safety standards.

Administrative Duties

• Maintain accurate logs, reports, and documentation for maintenance activities.
• Support budget planning by identifying equipment needs and cost-saving opportunities.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, housekeeping, front office, and other departments.

Requirements:

Qualifications

Required

• 2–3 years of hotel engineering or facility maintenance experience.
• 1+ year of supervisory or lead experience.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and safety documents.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Experience in a Hilton-branded property or similar full-service hotel.
• Certifications such as EPA Universal, HVAC, CPO, or electrical licensing.
• Experience with hotel work-order systems (HotSOS, Quore, etc.).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, climbing ladders, and working in confined spaces.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures.

Work Schedule

• Full-time; may include weekends, evenings, holidays, and on-call rotations based on operational needs.