Hotel Maintenance Engineer

Travelodge Clinton Valley West Court; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Travelodge Clinton Valley West Court in Clinton, IA is seeking a Hotel Maintenance Engineer to manage building systems, respond to maintenance requests, and oversee preventive maintenance for guest rooms and public areas.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of hotel maintenance experience, HVAC/pool/tech certifications, and a proven record of safety, reliability, and teamwork in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a hotel environment at the Engineer level.
• HVAC, pool and technician certifications preferred.
• Stable work history is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guest and employee safety through proper maintenance of building systems and facilities.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests related to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural issues.
• Develop and manage a preventive maintenance program for all building systems and guest rooms.
• Perform basic carpentry, painting, renovation, and furniture adjustments as needed.
• Monitor and implement energy conservation measures, tracking usage via meter readings.
• Oversee maintenance of all fire safety equipment and ensure compliance.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, organized workspace.
• Supervise and assign tasks to maintenance technicians, managing work orders and keeping accurate records.
• Maintain pool equipment and grounds, including cleaning, chemical balance, and logs.
• Coordinate with General Manager for projects requiring outside vendors or contractors.
• Support other departments and perform additional duties as requested.

Skills

Time management

Team player

Clear communication

Problem solving

Attention to safety

HVAC knowledge

Education

HVAC certification

Pool certification

Technician certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Maintenance software

Job description

Hotel Maintenance Engineer

TRAVELODGE OF CLINTON, IA

Hospitality Management Corporation is a Dallas based privately held provider of management solutions and hospitality industry services, each customized to fit our clients’ unique needs. HMC’s core value and mission is to provide our clients with the finest management expertise the industry has to offer with integrity, honesty and open communication.

When choosing to work for a company, HMC should be your first choice due to a well-deserved record of Honesty, Professionalism, Experience, Innovation, Flexibility, Customer Service and most importantly – Results.

HMC believes that a company is only as strong as its team members. Team members are encouraged by their superiors to push themselves and are provided with the resources to ensure that success is achieved.

We are currently searching for an Engineer for the TRAVELODGE OF CLINTON, IA

Why Work With Us?

• It’s a fun company to work for!
• We recognize efforts and reward results
• Promotional opportunities with a growing company
• Great benefits package, including 401K

Requirements

• Be able to manage time effectively, complete required tasks on time
• Strong understand of Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook) required
• Need to be a team player – if you like to work on an island by yourself, this won’t be a good fit for you!
• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly
• Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure
• Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, clarifying and resolving the concerns and issues raised by coworkers and guests
• Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions

Education & Experience

• At least 2 years of experience in a hotel environment at the Engineer level required
• HVAC certified, Pool certified, Technician certified and/or combination preferred
• Stable work history required

Responsibilities

• Ensure guest and employee safety through proper maintenance of building systems and facilities
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests related to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural issues
• Develop and manage a preventive maintenance program for all building systems and guest rooms
• Perform basic carpentry, painting, renovation, and furniture adjustments as needed
• Monitor and implement energy conservation measures, tracking usage via meter readings
• Oversee maintenance of all fire safety equipment and ensure compliance
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, organized workspace
• Supervise and assign tasks to maintenance technicians, managing work orders and keeping accurate records
• Maintain pool equipment and grounds, including cleaning, chemical balance, and logs
• Conduct daily facility inspections to identify and address potential issues in public areas and meeting spaces
• Maintain inventory of all keys and equipment
• Coordinate with General Manager for projects requiring outside vendors or contractors
• Support other departments and perform additional duties as requested

HMC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.