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 Winslows Bungalows, Lighthouse Hotel, Ridley House, Ellas 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.

Key West Historic Inns is a unique island collection of historic properties looking for someone to tend to the needs of our vibrant sanctuaries. Are you a visionary leader with a passion for innovation and a strong technical background? Join our team as the Area Director of Engineering and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our property. As the Area Director of Engineering, you will oversee a dynamic team and be responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and management of all engineering operations. From enhancing energy efficiency to maintaining state-of-the-art facilities, you will ensure seamless operations and a superior guest experience. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a knack for problem-solving, and possess excellent leadership skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a lasting impact in the hospitality industry.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic plans to optimize engineering operations and enhance overall efficiency.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and renovation of the property's infrastructure and systems.
• Manage the engineering team, providing guidance, training, and mentorship to drive excellence.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of engineering services.
• Implement sustainable and eco-friendly initiatives to promote energy conservation.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, and exceptional service delivery.

• Previous experience as a Director required, multi property experience preferred
• Hotel, institutional, HVAC systems experience of 3-5 years
• Refrigeration, HVAC certification
• Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, life safety systems, preventative maintenance systems etc
• Budget management, cost control and financial responsibility experience with stationary engineering licensed preferred Valid Drivers license
• Ability to communicate effectively with public and other Team Members, bi-lingual (Spanish) preferred

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 companys 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 companys 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.

• Three 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. Its less of a job, more of a calling. Its 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.

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