Area Maintenance Technician - Gulf Shores, AL

A&R Corporate; Gulf Shores (AL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A&R Group Hospitality is seeking an Area Maintenance Technician based in Gulf Shores, AL. This hands-on role supports multiple hotel properties, maintaining mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, fire safety, and pool/spa systems while traveling between sites.

You will work with on-site Chief Engineers, perform preventive maintenance, ensure safety compliance, and respond to guest requests. This role requires a strong background in hotel maintenance and the ability to obtain CPO certification

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of hotel, facility, or building maintenance experience.
• 3+ years of management or multi-property oversight experience.
• Certified Pool and Spa Operator (CPO) certification required, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver’s license, clean MVR, and active automobile insurance required.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel between assigned properties.
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and during severe weather conditions as needed.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Comfortable using office software and maintenance management systems.
• Comprehensive understanding of safety regulations and loss control principles.
• High emotional intelligence, professionalism, and composure under pressure.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs., climb ladders up to 30 feet, and work in high or confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance on building systems across properties.
• Monitor pool and spa operations and ensure safety compliance.
• Assist on-site Chief Engineers with troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors for repairs and projects.
• Provide after-hours and emergency support, including on-call rotations.
• Travel regularly between hotel properties in the region.

Skills

Hotel maintenance

Multi-property oversight

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

HVAC systems

Pool/spa operations

Safety regulations

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Licenses & insurance

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering

CCE certification

CME certification

HVAC license

Tools

Maintenance management systems

Job description

Area Maintenance Technician

Location: Gulf Shores, AL (based out of the A&R Group Hospitality corporate office, with travel to assigned hotel properties)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Hourly, Non-Exempt

About the Role

A&R Group Hospitality is hiring an experienced Area Maintenance Technician to join our team, based out of our corporate office in Gulf Shores, AL. This hands‑on maintenance role supports multiple hotel properties, ensuring building systems — including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, fire safety, and pool/spa systems — stay in proper working order. If you're a skilled maintenance professional with hotel or facility experience and enjoy variety, travel, and hands‑on problem‑solving across a portfolio of properties, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Perform repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance on building systems, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire safety, and pool/spa equipment across assigned properties.

• Maintain and monitor pool and spa operations in compliance with local health and safety regulations, including chemical testing, water balance, and equipment upkeep.

• Assist on‑site Chief Engineers and maintenance staff with hands‑on technical guidance and troubleshooting.

• Ensure ongoing compliance with safety standards, health codes, and building regulations.

• Document maintenance activities, inspections, and equipment status, and report on preventive maintenance, corrective actions, and capital improvement needs.

• Respond to maintenance requests from guests and staff in a timely, professional manner.

• Support energy conservation, sustainability, and operational efficiency initiatives.

• Coordinate with contractors and vendors on repairs, service calls, and capital projects.

• Provide after‑hours and emergency support, including on‑call rotations, weekends, holidays, and severe weather response.

• Travel regularly between assigned hotel properties in the region.

• Foster strong working relationships with hotel management teams, maintenance staff, contractors, and vendors.

• Promote a positive company image and uphold brand standards across all assigned properties.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required.

• 5+ years of hotel, facility, or building maintenance experience.

• 3+ years of management or multi‑property oversight experience.

• In‑depth knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, pool/spa, and fire safety systems.

• Certified Pool and Spa Operator (CPO) certification required, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

• Valid driver’s license, clean MVR, and active automobile insurance required.

• Reliable transportation and ability to travel between assigned properties.

• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and during severe weather conditions as needed.

• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.

• Comfortable using office software and maintenance management systems.

• Comprehensive understanding of safety regulations and loss control principles.

• High emotional intelligence, professionalism, and composure under pressure.

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs., climb ladders up to 30 feet, and work in high or confined spaces.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering.

• Certified Chief Engineer (CCE) — National Association of Hotel & Lodging Engineers.

• Certified Maintenance Employee (CME) — AHLEI.

• HVAC License.

• Strong knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems.

• Proven success managing engineering teams across multiple facilities.

• Familiarity with regional building codes, environmental standards, and safety regulations.

Additional Information

Candidates must be willing and able to sign a Non-Disclosure and Non-Compete Agreement. This role is based out of our corporate office in Gulf Shores, AL, with regular travel required to assigned hotel properties across the region.

A&R Group Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, genetic information, or military service.