Maintenance Technician (AM Shift)

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 3 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 Position Summary The Maintenance Technician is a hands-on member of the Engineering Department responsible for maintaining the buildings, guest accommodations, equipment, and operating spaces that support The Inn at Little Washington. The position performs routine repairs, preventative maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting throughout the property.

This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, sound judgment, and attention to detail. Maintenance Technicians are expected to take ownership of assigned work, communicate clearly with operating departments, and complete repairs cleanly and correctly while minimizing disruption to guests and operations. Core Responsibilities Property Maintenance

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs throughout guest rooms, public spaces, kitchens, offices, and support buildings.
• Troubleshoot and repair basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and mechanical issues.
• Repair doors, locks, hardware, fixtures, furniture, millwork, and building finishes.
• Perform minor drywall, painting, caulking, tile, and general carpentry repairs.
• Complete preventative maintenance inspections and scheduled maintenance tasks.
• Identify developing equipment or building issues before they become larger failures. Guest & Operational Response
• Respond promptly to guest room and operational maintenance requests.
• Work professionally in occupied and guest-facing areas while minimizing disruption.
• Partner with Front Office, Housekeeping, Culinary, and other departments to return spaces and equipment to service quickly.
• Document completed work, findings, and follow-up needs using HotSOS.
• Escalate major, time-consuming, or safety-related issues to Engineering leadership. Engineering Operations
• Perform routine mechanical room and equipment inspections.
• Assist with basic commercial kitchen and refrigeration equipment troubleshooting when appropriate.
• Assist with water treatment, pools, spas, and seasonal operations.
• Support outside contractors and vendors with access, troubleshooting, and repairs as required.
• Assist with special events, property projects, seasonal setups, and other Engineering Department needs.
• Maintain clean, organized mechanical rooms, shops, tools, and work areas.
• Follow established safety procedures and immediately report unsafe conditions or significant equipment deficiencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in hotel, commercial building, facilities, apartment, restaurant, or general property maintenance preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and mechanical systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.
• Comfortable working with hand tools, power tools, ladders, and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple maintenance requests.
• Professional appearance and conduct in guest-facing environments.
• Strong attention to detail and quality of workmanship.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work as part of a small Engineering team.
• Willingness to learn unfamiliar equipment and building systems.
• Valid driver's license preferred. Physical Requirements This is an active, hands-on position. Candidates must be able to regularly walk throughout the property, climb stairs and ladders, work from elevated positions, bend and kneel, work in mechanical spaces, and safely lift and carry tools, equipment, and materials. Schedule This position requires flexibility based on hotel operations. Availability for weekends, holidays, evenings, and occasional emergency situations may be required.. The Inn at Little Washington is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws