Maintenance Engineer

250 rooms | 17,634 sq. ft. total event space across 13 meeting rooms

Amenities include: on-site restaurants (La Grotta, 1885 Café & Market), lobby bar (Gather & Hem), indoor pool, fitness center, EV charging, banquet & meeting support.

Located in the heart of Virginia’s capital in the historic Miller & Rhoads building, this hotel is just steps from the Richmond Convention Center and Virginia State Capitol. Blending historic charm with modern amenities, it provides an engaging downtown environment for hospitality professionals serving both business and leisure travelers.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical or vocational training in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or related trades preferred.

• Previous maintenance or engineering experience in a hotel, resort, or commercial building preferred.
• Basic knowledge of building systems and maintenance procedures required.
• Experience with hand tools, power tools, and mechanical repairs a plus.

• General knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and carpentry repairs.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to complete work orders accurately and efficiently.
• Understanding of safety practices, OSHA standards, and proper tool usage.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work in various physical environments.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

• →Perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks in guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces.
• →Troubleshoot and repair minor HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical issues.
• →Respond promptly to maintenance requests from guests and hotel staff.
• →Complete work orders, PM tasks, and repair logs in the work order system.
• →Assist with painting, carpentry, caulking, and other cosmetic repairs.
• →Inspect guest rooms for proper functionality of lights, outlets, AC units, fixtures, and appliances.
• →Maintain cleanliness and organization of the engineering shop and mechanical areas.
• →Support setup for special projects, events, or furniture movements when needed.
• →Monitor and report equipment issues requiring advanced repair or vendor support.
• →Follow all safety, sanitation, and company procedures.
• →Perform additional duties as assigned by engineering leadership.

HRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‐related requirements.