Engineer 1- Part Time

Property Description

Discover a unique opportunity to be part of the rich history of Key West at the Key West Historic Inns Collection. Formerly known as Kimpton Key West, our historic collection boasts 219 guestrooms across Winslow’s Bungalows, Lighthouse Hotel, Ridley House, Ella’s Cottages, and Fitch Lodge. These buildings, originally homes for army officers, industrialists, and steamboat captains, reflect architectural styles from Conch to Queen Anne. Built when Key West was Florida's largest city in 1900, each structure holds captivating stories of gold discoveries and vaudeville performances. Join us and become a part of a team that embraces the vibrant past while offering unparalleled hospitality. Explore our property history at www.keywesthistoricinns.com for more information.

Overview

Looking for an exciting opportunity to grow your engineering career in hospitality? Key West Historic Inns is seeking a motivated, dependable, and skilled Engineer I to join our Engineering team. If you enjoy troubleshooting, performing hands-on repairs, and taking pride in maintaining beautiful boutique hotels, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

 

As an Engineer I, you will perform preventive maintenance, respond to guest room maintenance requests, and assist with the repair and upkeep of hotel facilities, equipment, and building systems. Working closely with the Engineering Supervisor and Engineering Manager, you will help ensure our hotels remain safe, well-maintained, and operating efficiently while delivering prompt, professional service to both guests and fellow team members.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections of guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house spaces, and hotel equipment.• Respond promptly to guest room maintenance requests and work orders while providing exceptional guest service.• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, mechanical equipment, kitchen equipment, pools, and other building systems.• Complete assigned maintenance tasks in a safe, timely, and professional manner while maintaining quality workmanship.• Perform painting, carpentry, drywall repair, flooring, lock repairs, and other general building maintenance as needed.• Assist with maintaining life safety systems and ensuring equipment operates efficiently and safely.• Maintain accurate work orders, maintenance records, and preventive maintenance documentation.• Report equipment deficiencies, safety hazards, and maintenance concerns to Engineering leadership.• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.• Follow all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and proper maintenance procedures.• Assist with special projects, renovations, and capital improvement initiatives as assigned.• Work collaboratively with all hotel departments to resolve maintenance concerns and support seamless hotel operations.• Respond to emergency maintenance situations, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and severe weather events as business needs require.• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade school training in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or a related field preferred.• Two (2) to four (4) years of hotel, commercial building, institutional, or facilities maintenance experience preferred.• Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, mechanical systems, carpentry, painting, and general building maintenance.• EPA certification, HVAC certification, or other trade certifications are preferred.• Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues and complete repairs efficiently and safely.• Basic computer skills and the ability to complete work orders and maintenance documentation.• Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally with guests and team members.• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safe work practices.• Valid driver's license preferred.• Must meet the minimum age requirement of the jurisdiction.• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-ins as business needs require.

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.