Engineer

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company > 

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Hotel Discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation, a dynamic hotel company with a broad portfolio, seeks an Engineer to maintain chillers, boilers, cooling towers, electrical systems, and hotel HVAC equipment. The role directs maintenance staff and conducts preventative maintenance in the plant, ensuring reliable operations across 1,000+ properties.

You will handle scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshoot problems, and maintain records while supporting guest needs and safety across all shifts,

Qualifications

• Must have 2nd class Boilers and 2nd class AC/Refrigeration licenses.
• Minimum 5 years in buildings with complex plumbing and HVAC systems.
• Experience with hotel systems and equipment preferred.
• Strong safety and preventive maintenance mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot, repair and document preventive maintenance records.
• Respond to requests promptly; monitor energy management systems.
• Collaborate with engineering management and operations teams.
• Work all shifts, including holidays and during storms/hurricanes.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Mechanical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

2nd class Boilers license

2nd class Air conditioning/Refrigeration license

Job description

We’re People People. Are you?We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast ).With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be.But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).What this role is all aboutThe position of Engineer is responsible for but not limited to mechanical operation of Chillers, Boilers, Cooling towers, Electrical systems, Fire alarm systems, HVAC units, Air handler’s, as well as guestroom InnComm system. Directs maintenance personnel and conducts repairs as well as preventative maintenance in the plant.What you’ll be doingKey Job FunctionsPerform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair on mechanical equipment.Identify and troubleshoot problems, make repairs as follows: replace bearings and belts and check for proper alignment, repair fan coil units, replace piping and fittings and maintain appropriate records of preventive maintenance and repairs.Respond to requests and make the necessary repairs in a timely and courteous manner.Assist with requests to shut down water, steam and gas supplies.Change filters on HVAC and fan coil unitsAbility to understand guests’ service needs & requests.Ability to acknowledge guests’ requests in a polite mannerAbility to work all shifts as needed, including holidays, weekends, and vacation/sick relief and during hurricanesMechanical skillsAbility to work with computerized energy management systemsGood communication skills and ability to have good judgmentMay be required to perform other duties as required by engineering management.Build solid relationship with your ColleaguesTreat colleagues with respect and dignityTreats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. The employee is expected to work in other areas of the hotel when needed to assist operations to perform job duties not necessarily contained in this job description.Deliver Passionate & Engaging Service to our GuestsYou will be passionate and truly engaged in taking care of our guests, recognizing individual guests and anticipating their unique needs in order to exceed their expectationsYou will consistently deliver our GUEST model:G reet or welcome everyone, warmly with a smileU se eye and ear contact and guest’s nameE stablish/anticipate needsS olve and own all requests/complaintsT hank everyoneQualifications and SkillsA candidate for this position must possess the following applicable knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to demonstrate and provide applicable examples to support his/her competency.Must have a minimum 2 Class Air Conditioning & Boiler Stationary Engineer’s CertificatesMinimum 5 years in school and/or hands-on work experience in buildings with complex plumbing systems.Individual should have broad, practical experience in the fields of stationary engineering, building maintenance, electrical and plumbing.Candidate must be familiar hotel systems and equipment in order to make repair within the building preferred.Education and/or ExperienceMust have engineering experience and 2nd class Boilers and a 2nd class Air conditioning/Refrigeration licenseMust have valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; extreme cold, extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job InformationHow we reward youAt Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between.Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:Medical, Dental & Vision InsuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match401(k) Retirement Plan with Company MatchPaid Vacation & Sick TimePaid Parental LeaveCompany-Paid Life InsuranceCompany-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term DisabilityHospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident InsuranceEducational AssistanceSonesta Hotel Discounts (yes, you’ll want to use these )Additional Perks & Employee DiscountsOur Commitment to YouSonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Before You ApplyTo be considered, please complete the full application in addition to submitting your resume. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.