Hotel Engineer: Guest-Focused Facilities & Maintenance

Makeready; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO and PTO exchange

401k company match

Maternity/paternity leave

Student loan repayment program

Job summary

The Greenleigh River Oaks by Makeready is seeking an Engineer to maintain hotel facilities, systems, and equipment, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for guests and staff. The role involves preventive maintenance, responding to repair requests, and supporting sustainability efforts across the property.

Ideal candidates have hotel engineering or facilities maintenance experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and a professional, service-oriented attitude.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in hotel engineering, facilities maintenance, or building maintenance preferred.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and complete repairs independently.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Professional and service-oriented demeanor.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and move throughout the property for extended period.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach while performing maintenance tasks.
• Ability to work with tools and mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on hotel equipment, systems, and facilities.
• Respond to maintenance requests from guests and team members in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas to ensure functionality and safety.
• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems as needed.
• Conduct regular inspections of building systems and equipment.
• Assist with maintaining tools, equipment, and engineering workspaces.
• Support energy conservation and sustainability initiatives when applicable.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, building codes, and company policies.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to support smooth hotel operations.
• Adhere to Makeready’s Guiding Principles.
• Perform additional duties and assignments as required

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Hospitality environment

Flexible schedule

Physical stamina

Tools

Tools & equipment handling

Job description

The Greenleigh River Oaks by Makeready is seeking an Engineer to maintain hotel facilities, systems, and equipment, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for guests and staff. The role involves preventive maintenance, responding to repair requests, and supporting sustainability efforts across the property.

Ideal candidates have hotel engineering or facilities maintenance experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and a professional, service-oriented attitude.