Lead Engineer- Hotel Maintenance

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.

Are you a hands-on maintenance professional who takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly and guests comfortable? Key West Historic Inns is looking for a Lead Maintenance Engineer to join our team and help maintain the charm, safety, and functionality of our unique historic properties.

In this role, you will support the Director of Engineering/Chief Engineer in leading day-to-day maintenance operations across the property. From troubleshooting and preventative maintenance to responding to guest needs and supporting capital projects, you’ll play a key role in delivering an exceptional guest experience.

We’re looking for someone who is dependable, solutions-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment. The ideal candidate has strong technical knowledge, leadership skills, and a passion for teamwork and service excellence.

Join our team as a Senior Maintenance Engineer and be part of a thriving and dynamic hospitality environment. Apply now to showcase your skills and make a significant impact on our guests' experience and the overall success of our property!

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance, preferably in the hospitality industry
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage a team
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
• Technical certifications or licenses are a plus
• Proficiency in using maintenance management software is desirable

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 Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.