Why us?

Sage Hospitality Group is looking to hire a Maintenence Engineer to join us overseeing the Westin Washington City Center!

A modern, luxury hotel in the heart of our nation’s history, The Westin Washington, D.C. City Center is a dynamic hotel in one of the world’s most iconic destinations: downtown Washington D.C. Our Hotel is just five blocks from the White House, a short walk to the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Memorial, and close to all the best restaurants and bars the city center has to offer.

As part of Sage Hospitality Group, we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do. We believe in enriching lives one experience at a time. More than a slogan, we empower our employees to make positive impacts on the communities in which we live and work. By providing genuine service we build relationships with our guests and value for our shareholders, and we create unforgettable experiences.

We are looking for independent thinkers. Those who harness their entrepreneurial spirit so that it breaks preconceived notions. We’re not afraid to forge our own path. After all, it’s what industry leaders do. That’s why we welcome risk takers and creative spirits alike. No matter your daily role, Sage recognizes that your success is about more than the work you do—it’s really about who you are, which is why we invest in your personal and professional growth. Join our team!

Job Overview

Carry a portable radio, staying in constant communication with the central base station, respond to all engineering service calls, giving priority to guest requests, and maintain hotel equipment in an efficient, safe, accident-free manner.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and handle guest requests in a courteous, efficient, safe manner.

• Perform preventive maintenance and necessary repairs and all hotel equipment, including kitchen, laundry, boiler, plumbing, pool, HVAC, electrical and guest rooms.

• Monitor and maintain all engineering functions when full engineering staff is not available (i.e. weekends and evenings). Respond to all emergency situations including fire alarms, bomb threats, disasters and power failures; notify the appropriate authorities.

• Make rounds of the hotel property to ensure everything is in working order.

• Clean and maintain all equipment and work areas.

• Complete maintenance requests, take equipment and meter readings and maintain log to notify the next shift. Document all parts used and parts needed to be purchased.

• Handle elevator breakdowns.

• Maintain proper records of the Rooms Preventive Maintenance Program and Request Program.

• Complete work order request forms on a daily and timely basis.

• Report any unsafe conditions to leadership.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

High school diploma or equivalent trade school, special courses in building maintenance and construction.

Experience

A minimum of 6 months successful experience in equal or similar position.

Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to maintain and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing equipment and perform carpentry, repair work, construction and renovation work.

• May require ability to drive pick-up truck and snow removal equipment.

• Ability to maintain logs and records.

• Requires a professional presentation and an ability to work in a team atmosphere and to make independent decisions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to hear portable radio, fire alarms, machinery, guests.

• Ability to inspect, maintain equipment.

• Ability to respond on portable radio to base station, guests.

• Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying required frequently to respond to requests for service and repairs anywhere in hotel or in parking lot.

• Frequent bending and kneeling required to perform inspections and repairs.

• 100% mobility required -must respond quickly to emergency. Potential continuous standing may be required.

• Climbing stairs of approximately 90 steps 20% of 8 hours. Climbing ladders of approximately 8 feet 10% of 8 hours.

• Driving -sometimes necessary to drive company pick-up truck/snow plow approximately 10% of time, unless snow emergency, then 100% of time.

Environment

Indoor exposure to both stable and extreme variance of hot and cold temperatures. Outside exposure to all weather elements and extreme fluctuations of temperature. Prolonged standing, walking, bending, reaching, and heavy lifting.

Benefits

▪Medical, dental, & vision insurance

▪Health savings and flexible spending accounts

▪Basic Life and AD&D insurance

▪Vacation Plans

▪Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching

▪Employee Assistance Program

▪Tuition Reimbursement

▪Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more

▪Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $500 per referral

Salary

USD $25.00 - USD $28.00 /Hr.

ID: 2024-25734

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Property : Westin Washington DC

Outlet: Not Applicable

Category: Building & Facility Maintenance

Min: USD $25.00/Hr.

Max: USD $28.00/Hr.

Address : 1400 M St NW

City : Washington

State : Washington, DC

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability