Engineer D - HVAC Mechanic | Full Time

Hyatt Regency; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotel room nights

Paid float days

Free meals on shift

Health insurance

401K retirement plan

Educational assistance

Global Hyatt opportunities

Job summary

Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City is seeking a skilled HVACR Technician to join our Engineering team. You will maintain and repair commercial HVAC, refrigeration, and related systems across a large hotel environment, ensuring reliability and guest comfort.

The role requires strong diagnostic skills, ability to read schematics, and independent work capability. Flexibility for varied shifts and opportunities to contribute to safety and energy efficiency are offered.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience maintaining commercial HVACR systems in large facilities such as hotels, resorts, healthcare, or commercial properties.
• Hotel engineering experience is preferred.
• Experience with commercial HVAC equipment, refrigeration, kitchen, and laundry equipment, and central plant operations is preferred.
• Strong ability to read blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• EPA Universal Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair commercial HVAC and refrigeration equipment including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, AHUs, pumps, walk-ins, and related controls.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize reliability and energy efficiency.
• Troubleshoot electrical, plumbing, and mechanical system failures.
• Maintain and repair kitchen and laundry equipment.
• Respond to service calls, equipment failures, guest requests, and emergencies.
• Monitor Building Automation Systems (BAS) and controls.
• Ensure safety compliance and maintain records of maintenance and work orders.
• Collaborate with engineering team, contractors, vendors, and hotel leadership.
• Assist with general engineering duties and shift coverage as needed.

Skills

HVACR maintenance

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing

BAS controls

Diagnostics

Communication

Job description

Organization- Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City

Summary

Elevate Your Career at the Premier Hotel in Downtown Salt Lake City

At Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City, we bring together spacious rooms, stunning mountain views, outdoor amenities, and exceptional dining in the heart of downtown, setting a new standard in hospitality. We’re looking for enthusiastic, service-oriented individuals who thrive on connecting with people from around the globe. As part of our team, you’ll proudly represent the Hyatt Regency brand and play a key role in delivering exceptional experiences for our guests every day. Take the first step toward joining a global company that values personal connections, teamwork, and exceptional service.

At Hyatt, we believe our guests choose us because we genuinely care about their experience. We’re dedicated to providing excellent service and creating moments that make a lasting impact.

Our team thrives in a supportive environment that encourages growth and rewards hard work. Whether you’re aiming to advance your career, learn new skills, or find a place where you can make a difference, we’re excited to have you on board.

Why Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City? Benefits and perks include but are not limited to:

• Discounted & Complimentary hotel room nights
• Receive up to 8 Paid Float Days upon hire! *Dependent on hire date
• Enjoy complimentary meals in our colleague Cafe for every shift worked
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - Full-Time colleagues can enroll after just 30 days!
• 401K retirement savings plan and company match
• Up to $1,000 in educational assistance per year
• Opportunities to work and visit Hyatt Hotels and Resorts around the world

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced HVACR Technician to join our Engineering team in a large, full-service hotel environment. This position is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and optimization of complex commercial HVAC, refrigeration, kitchen, laundry, and building mechanical systems that support hotel operations 24 hours a day. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of commercial heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and building automation systems. They must also demonstrate exceptional diagnostic and troubleshooting abilities, work independently with minimal supervision, and maintain a strong commitment to safety, guest satisfaction, and operational excellence. As a key member of the Engineering team, this individual may also provide support across other maintenance disciplines and assist with department coverage as operational needs require.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair commercial HVAC and refrigeration equipment, including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, air handling units, package units, pumps, exhaust systems, walk-in coolers/freezers, and related controls.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on hotel mechanical systems to maximize equipment reliability and energy efficiency.
• Troubleshoot electrical, plumbing, and mechanical system failures using advanced diagnostic techniques.
• Maintain and repair commercial kitchen and laundry equipment.
• Respond promptly to service calls, equipment failures, guest requests, and emergency situations.
• Monitor and maintain Building Automation Systems (BAS) and associated controls.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations, environmental requirements, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and preventive maintenance documentation.
• Collaborate effectively with engineering team members, contractors, vendors, and hotel leadership to ensure uninterrupted facility operations.
• Assist with general engineering duties and shift coverage as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience maintaining commercial HVACR systems in a hotel, resort, healthcare, commercial, institutional, or similar large-scale facility environment.
• Previous hotel engineering experience preferred.
• Proven experience with commercial HVAC equipment, refrigeration systems, kitchen equipment, laundry equipment, and central plant operations is preferred
• Strong working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and control systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting complex mechanical and HVACR systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Experience working with Building Automation Systems (BAS) and digital controls preferred.
• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification preferred.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of professionalism, reliability, and accountability.

Schedule Requirements

• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-in situations as required by hotel operations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders, access rooftops, mechanical rooms, and confined spaces.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and work in varying indoor and outdoor environmental conditions for extended periods.
• Ability to safely operate maintenance tools, testing equipment, and motorized equipment.

Preferred Certifications

• EPA Universal Certification
• HVAC/R Trade Certification or Technical Degree
• Electrical, Controls, or Building Automation certifications
• Pool Operator Certification (CPO) a plus
• This role is ideal for a seasoned HVACR professional who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment and possesses the technical expertise necessary to maintain critical building systems while delivering exceptional service and operational reliability.

Interviews will be held onsite at Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City from 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM at our beautiful hotel:

Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City

170 S W Temple

Salt Lake City, UT 84101

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