Facilities Engineer: Hands-On Hotel Maintenance Pro

Virgin Hotels; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Virgin Hotels in New Orleans seeks an experienced maintenance technician to support the Engineering department. You will perform general repairs, inspect systems, and ensure guest rooms, meeting spaces, and facilities remain safe and functional.

You will handle locks, electrical repairs, and HVAC-related tasks while coordinating with managers and guests. The role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and the ability to maintain a welcoming hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Basic working knowledge of plumbing, refrigeration, A/C, electrical systems.
• Experience with boilers and bathroom fixtures is preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and manuals.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Completes assigned work orders for general repair within the required time frame to ensure hotel operations run smoothly.
• Performs systematic checks and inspections to aid facility upkeep and proactive maintenance.
• Responds promptly to guest needs to repair or resolve room maintenance issues.
• Maintains tools, work spaces and equipment in safe, good condition.
• Repairs and/or changes room locks for guest security.
• Repairs and/or adjustments to electronic hotel equipment (TVs, alarms, HVAC, etc.).
• Assists in safety procedures and uses tracking systems like ALICE or HOTSOS.
• Maintains a friendly, professional demeanor at all times.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

General plumbing

Refrigeration

Air conditioning

Electrical systems

Boilers

Bathroom fixtures

Painting

Carpentry

Grounds keeping

Education

Associate or Technical degree/Trade certification

Job description

Virgin Hotels in New Orleans seeks an experienced maintenance technician to support the Engineering department. You will perform general repairs, inspect systems, and ensure guest rooms, meeting spaces, and facilities remain safe and functional.

You will handle locks, electrical repairs, and HVAC-related tasks while coordinating with managers and guests. The role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and the ability to maintain a welcoming hotel environment.