Hotel Engineering Supervisor: Maintenance & Repairs Lead

HRI Hospitality; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HRI Hospitality in New Orleans seeks an Engineering Supervisor to lead routine and preventive maintenance across guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces in the Hilton St. Charles property.

The role ensures building systems run smoothly to support guest comfort and operational excellence. The successful candidate will troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks, manage work orders, and assist with special projects or events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical or vocational HVAC, electrical, plumbing training preferred.
• Hotel or commercial building maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance in guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces.
• Troubleshoot and repair minor HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical issues.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from guests and hotel staff.
• Complete work orders, PM tasks, and repair logs in the work order system.
• Assist with painting, carpentry, caulking, and cosmetic repairs.
• Inspect guest rooms for proper functionality of lights, outlets, AC units, fixtures, and appliances.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the engineering shop and mechanical areas.
• Support setup for special projects, events, or furniture movements when needed.
• Monitor and report equipment issues requiring advanced repair or vendor support.
• Follow all safety, sanitation, and company procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by engineering leadership.

Skills

Plumbing repairs

Electrical repairs

Mechanical repairs

Carpentry repairs

Troubleshooting

Work orders

Safety standards

Independent worker

Physical ability

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

HVAC/electrical/plumbing training

Job description

HRI Hospitality in New Orleans seeks an Engineering Supervisor to lead routine and preventive maintenance across guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces in the Hilton St. Charles property.

The role ensures building systems run smoothly to support guest comfort and operational excellence. The successful candidate will troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks, manage work orders, and assist with special projects or events.