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The Tennessean - Director Engineering

TMI Hospitality
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 6/5/2026 CLOSED ON 6/12/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the The Tennessean - Director Engineering position at TMI Hospitality?

Join Our Team as a Director of Engineering!

About Us:

The Director of Engineering is responsible for overseeing the property's facilities maintenance function, ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, service, and repair of all equipment. The Director of Engineering is a skilled leader with technical expertise in engineering and maintenance.

KEY SKILLS/RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Leadership and Supervision: Direct and supervise the Maintenance staff, overseeing the maintenance of buildings and grounds.
  • Technical Expertise: Apply extensive experience in engineering, maintenance and related fields to ensure efficient operations.
  • Problem-Solving and Decision Making: Evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately, handling problems effectively in high-pressure situations.
  • Communication Skills: Convey information and ideas clearly and effectively listen to and understand issues raised by co-workers and guests.
  • Financial Acumen: Work with and understand financial information and data, including basic arithmetic functions to support maintenance operations.
  • Project Management: Develop and implement policies and procedures for maintenance requests, schedule maintenance and ensure compliance with regulations.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in a related field, including prior management experience.
  • Experience in a hotel or related field is required, with a trade license preferred.

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

  • Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
  • Term Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401k Retirement Plan

PROPERTY INFORMATION:

Perfectly situated alongside downtown Knoxville's largest public greenspace at World's Fair Park, THE TENNESSEAN Personal Luxury Hotel & Residences offers the city's guests and residents a stylish, contemporary atmosphere with dramatic mountain and park views. Each of THE TENNESSEAN's 82 rooms are elegantly appointed in contemporary style. Guests also may relax in the sophisticated lobby, enjoy fine spirits in The Drawing Room or recharge in the state-of-the-art fitness center. All of the suites at THE TENNESSEAN Hotel are complete with fine touches meant to dazzle all five senses. The smell of freshly made coffee courtesy of the in-room Illy coffee makers will start your mornings with an invigorating kick. Thanks to the Cuby radio, you can begin your morning listening to the local radio stations or by streaming your favorite music through the Bluetooth technology compatible with all smart phones. Once your glance out over the Smoky Mountains or the World's Fair Park, you'll soon see what sets THE TENNESSEAN Hotel apart from any other hotel in Knoxville. Each plush suite contains its own private powder room, with the finest local soaps and capital wash room amenities. The feel of the high quality luxury linens will invite you to relax in the comfort of the pillow-top mattresses. And without ever leaving the satisfying warmth of your bed, call our In Room Dining team to indulge in breakfast in bed, redefining what personal luxury means.

Application deadline for Colorado positions:

Salary : $61,000

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