Facilities Engineer – 24/7 Convention Center Maintenance

Waterford Group Llc; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterford Hotel Group seeks a Facility Engineer to maintain the Connecticut Convention Center and Adriaens Landing assets to a high quality standard. The role requires hands-on maintenance across HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and related systems, with on-call availability 24/7 during emergencies.

Responsibilities include coordinating with engineering leadership, supervising outside contractors, adhering to safety guidelines, and ensuring energy conservation.

Qualifications

• Maintenance experience in a convention center and meeting destination venue.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work at heights of more than 30 ft.
• Ability to communicate via verbal, text, email in a positive and professional manner.
• Be able to work independently and in a team setting.
• Be a problem solver by using facts and personal judgement.
• Be able to react quickly to emergency situations and make decisions that may involve a financial commitment or to safeguard the safety of others.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• Have a valid state issued driver’s license.
• Forklift and aerial lift certification are a plus but will train if needed.
• Basic computer skills for searching up manuals and parts as needed. Basic knowledge of Microsoft office.
• Ability to troubleshoot machine breakdowns using all resources available.
• Manage tasks and assignments as they occur on the property.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the facilities- HVAC, Fire suppression, Lighting systems and all other systems identified by the Chief and Assistant Chief of Engineering with the ability to operate all systems in an independent manner.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all Connecticut Convention Center and Adriaens Landing assets to an acceptable quality standard.
• Provide professional and courteous guest service at all times.
• Respond to emergencies and be on call 24/7 as needed.
• Coordinate with Engineering leadership to complete projects on specifications and timelines.
• Follow safety guidelines and use PPE.
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC, lighting, plumbing, kitchen equipment, painting and carpentry.
• Inspect premises and equipment regularly.
• Ensure energy conservation across electrical, HVAC and water utilities.
• Operate convention center facilities software systems independently.
• Oversee external contractors for specialized repairs.
• Attend weekly staff meetings with Chief/Assistant Chief of Engineering.
• Maintain cleanliness of work and storage areas and building spaces.

Skills

Facility maintenance

HVAC systems

Electrical work

Plumbing

Safety compliance

Blueprints

Forklift certification

Microsoft Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Waterford Hotel Group seeks a Facility Engineer to maintain the Connecticut Convention Center and Adriaens Landing assets to a high quality standard. The role requires hands-on maintenance across HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and related systems, with on-call availability 24/7 during emergencies.

Responsibilities include coordinating with engineering leadership, supervising outside contractors, adhering to safety guidelines, and ensuring energy conservation.