Dual Maintenance Engineer

Lodging Management, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lodging Management, LLC is seeking a Dual Maintenance Engineer to support the Engineering department in Austin, TX. You will respond to service calls, perform preventive maintenance, and help keep guest rooms and facilities in top condition.

Responsibilities include daily rounds, equipment repairs, and collaboration with leadership on safety and maintenance planning. Prior experience in hotel maintenance is preferred, with a focus on guest satisfaction and rapid response.

Qualifications

• HVAC, electrical, plumbing and general repair skills are required.
• Ability to maintain logs and records of maintenance.
• Strong teamwork and independent decision-making encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Respond to guest requests courteously and safely.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on hotel equipment (kitchen, laundry, boiler, plumbing, pool, HVAC, electrical, guest rooms).
• Make rounds to ensure systems are functioning; address emergency situations and notify leadership as needed.
• Maintain records for Preventive Maintenance and Requests programs.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Carpentry/repair

Log keeping

Teamwork

Driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Title:

Dual Maintenance Engineer

Department:

Engineering

Reports To:

Maintenance Supervisor or Chief Engineer

Job Summary

Carry a portable radio, staying in constant communication with the central base station, respond to all engineering service calls, giving priority to guest requests, and maintain hotel equipment in an efficient, safe, accident‑free manner. Responsible for proper maintenance of grounds, building facilities and all guest rooms. Responsible for daily cleaning and upkeep, preventative maintenance, small repair and tasks, special projects, and communication of larger maintenance needs to Engineering. May drive hotel shuttle for service and cleaning at times.

Essential Responsibilities

• Respond to and handle guest requests in a courteous, efficient, safe manner.
• Perform preventive maintenance and necessary repairs and all hotel equipment, including kitchen, laundry, boiler, plumbing, pool, HVAC, electrical and guest rooms.
• Monitor and maintain all engineering functions when the full engineering staff is not available (i.e., weekends and evenings). Respond to all emergency situations including fire alarms, bomb threats, disasters and power failures; notify the appropriate authorities.
• Make rounds of the hotel property to ensure everything is in working order.
• Clean and maintain all equipment and work areas.
• Complete maintenance requests, take equipment and meter readings and maintain log to notify the next shift. Document all parts used and parts needed to be purchased.
• Handle elevator breakdowns.
• Maintain proper records of the Rooms Preventive Maintenance Program and Request Program.
• Complete work order request forms on a daily and timely basis.
• Report any unsafe conditions to leadership.

Other Responsibilities

• All other duties as assigned, requested, or deemed necessary by management.

Supervisory Duties

None

Behavioral Focus

• Do the Right Thing: demonstrate empathy, honor and integrity in all that we do.
• Think We, not Me: Together as a team we reach new heights in our work and community.
• Be Your Best Self: We are engaged, move with purpose, and serve with enthusiasm.
• Think Like a Guest, Act Like an Owner: Anticipate the needs of our guests and value our properties.

Core Competencies

• Integrity and Respect
• Communication
• Innovation
• Teamwork and Relationships
• Hospitality
• Job Excellence

Requirements

Education / Formal Training

High school diploma or equivalent trade school, special courses in building maintenance and construction.

Experience

A minimum of 6 months successful experience in equal or similar position over 1 year experience is preferred. HVAC skills/experience, a plus. CPO certification, preferred.

Knowledge / Skills

• Ability to maintain and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing equipment and perform carpentry, repair work, construction, and renovation work.
• May require ability to drive pick‑up truck and snow removal equipment.
• Ability to maintain logs and records.
• Requires a professional presentation and an ability to work in a team atmosphere and to make independent decisions.
• Requires a clean driving record to drive the Hotel Shuttle.

Physical Demands

• Ability to hear portable radio, fire alarms, machinery, guests.
• Ability to inspect, maintain equipment.
• Ability to respond on portable radio to base station, guests.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying required frequently to respond to requests for service and repairs anywhere in hotel or in parking lot.
• Frequent bending and kneeling required to perform inspections and repairs.
• 100% mobility required - must respond quickly to emergency. Potential continuous standing may be required.
• Climbing stairs of approximately 90 steps 20% of 8 hours. Climbing ladders of approximately 8 feet 10% of 8 hours.
• Driving is sometimes necessary to take vehicle in for service or cleaning.

Environment

Indoor exposure to both stable and extreme variance of hot and cold temperatures. Outside exposure to all weather elements and extreme fluctuations of temperature. Prolonged standing, walking, bending, reaching, and heavy lifting.