Engineer | Palihotel San Francisco

Ontario Trillium Foundation; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Palihotel San Francisco, part of Palisociety, is seeking an Engineer to keep the property running safely and guest-ready. You’ll perform room and building repairs, and maintain HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fixtures while balancing day-to-day tasks with preventive maintenance.

We value hands-on problem solvers with at least 2 years of repair experience, strong communication, and the ability to work a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience in general repair and building maintenance.
• Extensive knowledge of AC systems and refrigeration.
• Strong communication, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing room and property inspections to identify and address repair needs.
• Perform general repairs - drywall, painting, basic electrical, plumbing, and furniture/fixture fixes.
• Install, replace, and program guest room televisions.
• Maintain and repair HVAC systems, heating/cooling pumps, and water lines, and troubleshoot kitchen equipment.
• Maintain accurate repair and preventative maintenance records, adhering to all local, state, and federal codes.
• Practice safe work habits, complying with MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Support the operations team, including House Person duties, during busy periods or staffing shortages.
• Work a flexible schedule based on hotel occupancy and emergency repair needs.

Skills

General repairs

AC systems

HVAC systems

Communication

Organization

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Palisociety is a society of unique hotels and residences — Palihouse, Palihotel, Le Petit Pali, ARRIVE by Palisociety, and a growing collection of independently branded properties. Since our first hotel opened in Los Angeles in 2009, we've grown into a nationwide portfolio of neighborhood-centric hotels, restaurants, bars, and event spaces, earning recognition from Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, the New York Times, and more.

We consider our employees our greatest asset: structured training from day one, consistent feedback, and a clear path for growth. We develop our leaders from within, because the strongest hospitality companies are the ones that grow their own.

ABOUT PALIHOTEL SAN FRANCISCO

Palihotel San Francisco is a well-located, well-crafted boutique hotel in the heart of Union Square, featuring 82 fully renovated guest rooms. This historic property has been reimagined to appeal to a broad range of guests — tourist families, design-minded business travelers, tech conventioneers, and international design enthusiasts alike.

POSITION PROFILE

The Engineer is a hands-on problem solver who keeps Palihotel San Francisco running safely and smoothly — from patching walls to troubleshooting HVAC, no repair is too big or too small. You'll balance day-to-day fixes with proactive maintenance, keeping the property guest-ready and code-compliant.

THE TASK AT HAND

• Conduct ongoing room and property inspections to identify and address repair needs.
• Perform general repairs - drywall, painting, basic electrical, plumbing, and furniture/fixture fixes.
• Install, replace, and program guest room televisions.
• Maintain and repair HVAC systems, heating/cooling pumps, and water lines, and troubleshoot kitchen equipment.
• Maintain accurate repair and preventative maintenance records, adhering to all local, state, and federal codes.
• Practice safe work habits, complying with MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Support the operations team, including House Person duties, during busy periods or staffing shortages.
• Work a flexible schedule based on hotel occupancy and emergency repair needs.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required

• 2 years of related experience in general repair and building maintenance.
• Extensive knowledge of AC systems and refrigeration.
• Strong communication, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Professional skilled trade licensing in plumbing and electrical.

Physical

• Ability to walk, stand, bend, and lift up to 40 lbs throughout a shift.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Competitive compensation package with medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus 401(k).
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and sick pay.
• Career advancement and professional development as we open new hotels and restaurants nationwide.
• Employee discounts across our entire portfolio (25 hotels and more to come!).