Hotel Maintenance Apprentice – Hands-On Engineering

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a maintenance/engineer role responsible for cleaning, repairing, and maintaining hotel facilities. Duties include guestroom repairs, lighting, HVAC-related tasks, and preventive maintenance while ensuring safety and compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the Chief Engineer, maintaining equipment rooms, and attending training sessions. A high school diploma and basic math are required, with some college or technical training desirable.

Qualifications

• Clear communication in English with guests and staff.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in safe, clean, well-maintained hotel operations.
• Perform repairs in guestrooms and public spaces.
• Change light bulbs and electrical fittings; minor shop repairs.
• Assist boiler operator and monitor boiler watch after training.
• Perform preventive maintenance and PPE compliance.
• Prepare the lamp storage and maintain equipment areas.
• Follow hotel policies and safety procedures; report progress to supervisor.

Skills

Clear English communication

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a maintenance/engineer role responsible for cleaning, repairing, and maintaining hotel facilities. Duties include guestroom repairs, lighting, HVAC-related tasks, and preventive maintenance while ensuring safety and compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the Chief Engineer, maintaining equipment rooms, and attending training sessions. A high school diploma and basic math are required, with some college or technical training desirable.