Engineer | Playa Largo Resort & Spa

Shaner Hotels; Key Largo (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaner Hotels’ Playa Largo Resort & Spa in the Florida Keys is seeking a skilled Engineer to manage upkeep, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of ice machines, refrigeration units, and air handling systems. The role requires a strong background in commercial refrigeration and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of hotel maintenance experience, be client-service oriented, and able to follow safety rules and

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of hotel maintenance experience.
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Customer service orientation with guest-focused approach.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot ice machines, refrigeration units, and air handling systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and follow safety procedures.
• Respond to guest requests and ensure satisfaction.
• Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Refrigeration

Ice machines

Air handling

Safety rules

Documentation

Tools

HVAC systems

Job description

Shaner Hotels has an exceptional opportunity at the award-winning Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection, located in the breathtaking Florida Keys. This premier luxury waterfront resort offers an unforgettable guest experience and an outstanding workplace for hospitality professionals seeking to grow their careers.

Our 175-room resort features elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, 10 private bungalows, an exclusive three-bedroom beach house, a private marina with boat ramp, a full-service spa and salon, fitness center, sports courts, and beautifully landscaped event spaces, including a grand ballroom, private courtyard, and picturesque wedding lawn.

As one of the Florida Keys' premier event destinations, Playa Largo hosts everything from luxury weddings and social celebrations to corporate meetings and conferences. Guests also enjoy an exceptional culinary experience with four distinctive restaurants and bars, including an upscale steakhouse, fresh seafood restaurant, ceviche and sushi bar, pool and beach bar, sunset terrace, in-room dining, and a full-service banquet and catering operation.

If you're passionate about luxury hospitality and delivering world-class guest experiences, Playa Largo Resort & Spa offers an outstanding opportunity to build your career with Shaner Hotels. Join an award-winning team dedicated to excellence, innovation, and creating unforgettable experiences in one of the most beautiful destinations in the world.

Shaner Hotel Group

Shaner Hotels is one of the hospitality industry's leading award-winning hotel owner-operators and management companies. Our growing portfolio includes more than 70 full-service, select-service, extended-stay, and resort properties, representing over 8,000 guest rooms across 14 states and three countries.

We proudly partner with many of the world's most recognized hospitality brands, as well as distinctive independent hotels, delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence across every property.

Beyond hotel management, Shaner Hotels provides a comprehensive range of hospitality services for investors, hotel owners, and brand partners, including hotel development, design and construction, revenue management, e-commerce, sales and marketing, human resources, accounting, and operational support.

Whether you're joining one of our hotels or our corporate team, you'll become part of an organization committed to innovation, professional growth, and delivering outstanding hospitality. At Shaner Hotels, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers across every area of the hospitality industry.

• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
• Handle guest complaints ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Maintains standards of quality and cleanliness throughout daily assignments.
• Observes all house and safety rules, departmental procedures, and security procedures.
• Assist with inventories as scheduled.
• Follow maintenance program and cleaning schedule.
• Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

The Engineer will be responsible for upkeep, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting with ice machines, refrigeration units, and air handling units, as well as other general maintenance, in accordance with the standards of Shaner Hotels and the respective franchises. The ideal applicant will be customer service oriented and willing to go the extra mile to make the guest experience one to remember. Requires a strong background in commercial refrigeration and knowledge of ice machines, industrial chiller systems, and air handling units. Also requires basic working knowledge of general maintenance procedures. Full time position with benefits. Evening, weekend, and holiday hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience preferably in a hotel; franchised hotel experience a plus. Knowledge of all mechanical equipment critical to the operation of the building; proper chemical handling and disposal.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and comply with deadlines for work assignments.
• Ability to interact positively with hotel personnel and provide prompt solutions to problems.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedural manuals.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.