Hotel Engineer/ Maintenance Engineer for Element Midtown - St. Louis, MO

Gabriel Group; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Hotel and travel discounts

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Midas Hospitality is seeking a dependable Hotel Engineer to maintain the property, equipment, and guest rooms, ensuring safety and high-quality guest experiences. This hands-on role requires troubleshooting, strong practical skills, and commitment to standards.

The ideal candidate can perform preventative maintenance, diagnose repairs, and respond to maintenance requests across the hotel, while upholding safety procedures and supporting on-call needs as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in hotel maintenance preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general repair techniques.
• Ability to read safety instructions and maintenance manuals.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and on-call emergencies.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance per hotel schedules and brand standards.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain hotel equipment, guest rooms, and public areas.
• Handle plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, drywall, and mechanical repairs.
• Respond to guest room maintenance requests with professional service.
• Maintain appearance and functionality of guest rooms, corridors, meeting spaces, and exterior areas.
• Monitor and maintain mechanical systems, boilers, HVAC, lighting, and appliances.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

HVAC

Plumbing

Carpentry

Safety procedures

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Base Pay $16.00 - $17.00 / Hour
• Employee Type PT
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

Start Your Journey with Midas Hospitality:

Midas Hospitality is seeking a dependable and skilled Hotel Engineer / Maintenance Engineer to join our hotel operations team. This hands‑on role is responsible for maintaining the hotel’s physical property, equipment, and guest rooms to ensure a safe, comfortable, and exceptional experience for every guest.

The ideal candidate enjoys troubleshooting problems, working with their hands, and taking pride in maintaining high standards of safety, appearance, and functionality throughout the hotel.

What You Will Be Doing:

As a Hotel Engineer, you will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose repair needs, and respond to maintenance requests throughout the hotel.

Responsibilities include:

• Complete preventative maintenance tasks according to hotel schedules and brand standards.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain hotel equipment, guest rooms, and public areas.
• Perform general maintenance including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, drywall, and mechanical repairs.
• Respond promptly to guest room maintenance requests while providing professional and courteous guest service.
• Maintain the appearance and functionality of guest rooms, hallways, meeting spaces, exterior areas, and back‑of‑house spaces.
• Monitor and maintain mechanical equipment, boilers, HVAC systems, lighting, appliances, and other building systems.
• Perform routine inspections and identify potential safety hazards or repair needs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, preventative maintenance records, and equipment documentation.
• Coordinate with outside vendors and contractors when specialized repairs or services are required.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA guidelines, safety procedures, and hotel operational standards.
• Properly operate and maintain maintenance tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Support emergency situations and assist with after‑hours maintenance needs as required.
• Assist with snow removal, grounds maintenance, pool maintenance, or other exterior responsibilities depending on property needs.
• Support additional projects and responsibilities assigned by hotel leadership.

What You Bring:

• Previous experience in hotel maintenance, facilities maintenance, building maintenance, or a related trade preferred by not required.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, carpentry, and general repair techniques.
• Ability to diagnose problems and complete repairs efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high quality standards.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to read and understand safety instructions, equipment manuals, and maintenance documentation.
• Technical certifications or trade licenses are a plus.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and emergency call situations.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires frequent standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, crouching, bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling throughout the workday. Candidates should be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. Work is performed throughout the hotel property and may include exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noises, machinery, chemicals, heights, and varying temperatures.

What We Offer:

At Midas Hospitality, we believe in investing in our associates and providing opportunities for growth and success. Eligible associates may receive:

• Growth and development opportunities and access to learning resources.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Hotel and travel discounts.
• Employee recognition programs and career advancement opportunities.

Founded in 2006, Midas Hospitality is a leading hotel management, development, and investment company with a portfolio of over 40 hotels across 14 states and more than 1,000 associates. Through partnerships with Marriott, Hilton, and IHG, Midas Hospitality delivers exceptional guest experiences while building a people‑first culture focused on growth, teamwork, and opportunity.

At Midas Hospitality, our associates are the heart of our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where team members can develop their careers, make meaningful contributions, and be recognized for their achievements.

Midas Hospitality is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug‑free workplace.