Hospitality Maintenance Engineer: Hands-On Repairs

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company 2%

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Educational Assistance

Sonesta Hotel Discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to uphold the hotel’s facilities across guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas. You’ll perform general repairs, painting, and preventative maintenance while supporting safety standards.

In a fast-paced hospitality environment, you’ll troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and equipment, keep logs, and collaborate with Housekeeping and Front Office to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance, engineering, or facilities experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, painting, electrical systems, carpentry, and preventative maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot routine repairs safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs across guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas.
• Support preventative maintenance programs for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, and building upkeep.
• Respond to guest maintenance requests and repair needs quickly to support satisfaction.
• Perform painting, patching, minor plumbing repairs, fixture replacements, and routine tasks.
• Troubleshoot and repair hotel equipment, appliances, and mechanical systems.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance shops and storage areas.
• Monitor building systems and report safety hazards or maintenance concerns promptly.
• Follow OSHA regulations and safety procedures at all times; support renovations and room inspections.
• Collaborate with Housekeeping, Front Office, F&B, and leadership teams; maintain logs and work orders.

Skills

General maintenance

Plumbing

Painting

Electrical systems

Carpentry

HVAC basics

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Trade school training

Technical certifications

Job description

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to uphold the hotel’s facilities across guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas. You’ll perform general repairs, painting, and preventative maintenance while supporting safety standards.

In a fast-paced hospitality environment, you’ll troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and equipment, keep logs, and collaborate with Housekeeping and Front Office to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction.