Engineer Maintenance

Highgate; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel discounts

Medical coverage

Dental and Vision benefits

Paid time off plans

Retirement 401(k) Program

Job summary

Highgate is seeking a maintenance associate in Morristown, New Jersey. The role involves assisting in the operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment, as well as performing various preventative maintenance tasks in a hotel environment.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in a related field, preferably licensed in a trade such as plumbing or electrical. Benefits include competitive medical coverage, travel discounts, and a 401(k) program.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
• Licensed in a trade preferred (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, etc.).
• Must have a valid driver’s license for the applicable state.
• Must have an acceptable MVR (Motor Vehicle Driving Record) property specific.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance for various equipment and facilities.
• Immediately follow up on any alarms to determine cause and report findings.

Skills

General maintenance skills

Plumbing

Electrical

HVAC

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Compensation Type

Hourly

Company Overview

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30‑year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward‑thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry‑leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com

Responsibilities

• Assist with the operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment.
• Change out light bulbs; perform preventative maintenance for guest rooms to include vinyl repair, touch‑up paint, minor furniture repair, tub caulking, tile repairs, etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance for ice machines, refrigerators, kitchen equipment, laundry equipment, HVAC, guestrooms, meeting rooms, the swimming pool and hot tub.
• Perform plumbing repair, laundry equipment repair and preventative maintenance on all exhaust fans and supply; monitor energy conservation; repair vacuum cleaners and any other small equipment upon request.
• Immediately follow up on any alarms to determine the exact location and cause—determine emergency status and report to the Front Desk with findings.
• Perform other tasks/jobs as assigned by the supervisor or manager.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensed in a trade preferred (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, etc.).
• Must have a valid driver’s license for the applicable state.
• Must have an acceptable MVR (Motor Vehicle Driving Record) property specific.

Benefits

• In addition to travel discounts at our hotels, Highgate offers competitive benefits, including three pricing tiers of medical coverage, as well as Dental and Vision benefits to eligible full‑time associates. Paid time off plans may also be available to associates who qualify. The Retirement 401(k) Program is open to both full‑time and part‑time associates who qualify.

Applications will be accepted until 4/29/26