Maintenance Engineer I (Entry-Level)

Looking for an exciting and rewarding career in hospitality maintenance? Key West Historic Inns is seeking an Engineer I to join our Engineering team and play an important role in maintaining the comfort, safety, and overall experience of our guests.

As an Engineer I, you will support the day-to-day maintenance and operation of our historic properties by performing routine maintenance, responding to repair requests, troubleshooting issues, and helping ensure equipment and facilities operate safely and efficiently. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with their hands, solving problems, learning new skills, and taking pride in creating exceptional spaces for both guests and team members.

Bring your attention to detail, positive attitude, and passion for service to a team that values collaboration, craftsmanship, and hospitality.

Apply today and take the next step in your maintenance career with Key West Historic Inns.

• Perform routine maintenance and repair work throughout guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and service calls
• Troubleshoot and assist in repairing electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and general maintenance issues
• Complete preventative maintenance tasks and inspections as assigned
• Maintain equipment and tools in safe working condition
• Assist with property projects, room turns, and upkeep of hotel facilities
• Identify and report maintenance or safety concerns proactively
• Complete work orders accurately and timely
• Support hotel operations while minimizing disruption to guests
• Follow company safety standards, policies, and procedures

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 1+ years of maintenance, engineering, facilities, or related experience preferred
• Hospitality or hotel maintenance experience is a plus
• Basic knowledge of building systems including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general repairs
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organization and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and guest service skills
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work in varying conditions
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays as business needs require

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.