Maintenance Engineer

The July; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Training opportunities

Wellness & OpenUp platform

Gym & sauna access

Employee hotel discounts

Team events

Job summary

The July is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Engineer to ensure the smooth operation of our Amsterdam property. You will work closely with the Maintenance Manager and take ownership of small projects from start to finish, keeping systems in top shape for a great guest experience.

Responsibilities include fine-tuning plumbing, electrical, and fire safety systems, supporting energy efficiency efforts, and collaborating with external contractors as needed. English proficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in hotel, aparthotel, or hospitality maintenance.
• Solid knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and fire safety systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and issue-resolving skills.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance and working with contractors.
• Understanding of building automation and energy efficiency practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support the smooth operation of the property.
• Own small-scale projects from start to finish.
• Identify and troubleshoot early-stage issues across systems.
• Support setup of a solid maintenance routine and coordinate with contractors.

Skills

Hospitality maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical systems

Fire safety

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Building automation

Energy efficiency

English proficiency

Job description

Are you a natural problem-solver? Join our Maintenance team and turn challenges into solutions.

About The July

Our story started at Amsterdam ID Aparthotel in Sloterdijk, where we transformed an old office building into a place guests could truly call home. Since then, we’ve welcomed more than 100,000 guests from over 40 countries from weekend travelers to long-stay guests who stay for months at a time.

That warm, personal feeling became the foundation of The July: a hospitality brand focused on creating beautifully designed spaces where guests can relax, connect, and feel at home wherever they are in the world.

The Job

We’re looking for a hands‑on Maintenance Engineer to help maintain and support the smooth operation of our property. You’ll work closely with the Maintenance Manager and the rest of the team to make sure everything’s running perfectly, creating an exceptional experience for our guests. You will work independently and take ownership of (small‑scale) projects from start to finish.

Your mission? You’ll play a key role in fine‑tuning all systems, identifying and troubleshooting early‑stage issues, and supporting the setup of a solid maintenance routine. From plumbing, and electrical systems to fire safety and energy efficiency, you’ll help keep everything in top shape and support external contractors when needed.

What we love: Practical problem‑solvers, proactive team players, and hands‑on technicians who thrive in a dynamic hospitality setting.

What we are looking for:

• Experience in hotel, aparthotel, or hospitality maintenance
• Solid knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and fire safety systems
• A knack for troubleshooting and resolving technical issues efficiently
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance procedures and working with contractors
• An understanding of building automation and energy efficiency practices
• Comfortable communicating in English, both speaking and writing
• A team player who’s hands‑on and stays calm, even when things get busy

What’s in it for you?

In our flat organization, within an informal working atmosphere, your ideas are highly valued.

• In addition to a competitive salary, you can earn an annual bonus
• Personal Growth: In our company we want to invest in your personal and professional growth by personalized training opportunities
• Me‑Time/Community Day: Enjoy a dedicated day for self‑care and another day of community engagement
• OpenUp: An online platform with all sorts of resources to enhance your mental well‑being both at work and at home
• Boost your Health with Padel, Personal trainer sessions, Free Gym & sauna access, sport events & workshops. We've got it all covered!
• Hotel & restaurant perks: Enjoy daily closing drinks, exclusive employee rates for stays at hotels and a Friends & Family Rate
• Explore the world with discount rates for other hotels
• Team drinks, events & outings to (never) forget!

Ready to create a warm feeling for guests and colleagues alike? Come and tell us your story.