What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Supervisor position at The Inn at Little Washington?
Located in the picturesque town of Washington, Virginia.
30 minutes from Culpeper, Front Royal, and Warrenton, Virginia
40 minutes from Gainesville and Stephen City, Virginia
Just a bit over an hour from Reston, Loudoun County, Virginia and Washington, DC.
Since 1978 The Inn at Little Washington, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains, has been one of the most decorated restaurants and hotels in the world. There is no better time to join our growing team of exceptional people. Your next career awaits.
Some of our awards include Michelin 2 Stars, Forbes 5 Stars, Michelin Green Star, AAA 5 Diamonds, and Wine Spectator Grand Award. Member of Relais & Chateaux.
Why join our team:
We offer:
- Health, vision and dental insurance (full time employees)
- Paid time off (Full time employees)
- 401(k) retirement plan with match
- On-the-job training
- Employee education allowance
- Advancement potential
- Flexible schedules
- Employee appreciation events
- Complimentary uniforms
- Delicious “family” meals daily prepared by the chefs
- Referral bonuses
- Competitive pay
www.theinnatlittlewashington.com
Summary
We are seeking a hands-on Engineering Supervisor to support daily maintenance operations across a multi-building luxury resort property. This role provides field leadership to the maintenance team while ensuring work orders, vendor activity, preventive maintenance, and compliance documentation are executed efficiently and professionally. The Engineering Supervisor serves as the operational lead on the floor, supporting the Director and Assistant Director while maintaining active involvement in technical work.
Essential Functions:
1. Supervise and support daily activities of Maintenance Technicians
2. Assign, monitor, and close work orders through CMMS (HotSOS preferred)
3. Ensure timely response to guest and internal service requests
4. Perform advanced repairs including electrical, plumbing, HVAC support, carpentry, and general building systems
5. Support parts ordering, inventory control, and supply management
6. Assist with invoice processing and budget tracking
7. Maintain life safety logs, inspection records, and compliance documentation
8. Participate in on-call rotation and emergency response procedures
Qualifications
Required
1. 3–7 years of hotel or commercial building maintenance experience
2. Prior experience leading or coordinating a team
3. Experience assigning work and managing workflow
4. CMMS experience (HotSOS preferred)
5. Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general building systems
6. Professional communication skills
Preferred
1. Experience in multi-building or resort environments
2. Vendor coordination experience
3. OSHA, CPR, or safety certifications
Physical Demands
1. Able to lift up to sixty (60) pounds
2. Able to stand and walk for up to 8 hours a day
3. Capable of ascending ladders up to a height of thirty (30) feet
4. Fire Safety and Basic CPR/First Aid training (First Responds Team) or willing to get training
Salary : $30 - $36