Hotel Maintenance Engineer

Texas Hotel Management; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Hotel Management in Houston is seeking a dependable Hotel Maintenance Engineer to join our engineering team. You will maintain guest rooms, public areas, meeting spaces and restaurant facilities to the highest standards of safety and functionality.

This role is perfect for someone skilled in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general building maintenance— with a passion for delivering an excellent guest experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; technical school or trade certification preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in hotel maintenance, facilities maintenance or building engineering preferred.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, carpentry and mechanical repairs.
• Trade licence or certification (HVAC, Electrical or Plumbing) is a plus.
• Ability to use basic maintenance tools, meters and safety equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections and preventive maintenance across the property, including guest rooms, public areas, and equipment rooms.
• Respond quickly and efficiently to maintenance requests from staff and guests, ensuring prompt issue resolution.
• Troubleshoot and repair minor electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical problems.
• Assist with general carpentry, painting and property upkeep as needed.
• Maintain all tools and equipment in safe working order and report any major repairs to the Chief Engineer or Director of Engineering.
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards and follow hotel maintenance policies and procedures.
• Keep maintenance areas clean, organised and stocked with necessary supplies.
• Participate in the hotel’s preventive maintenance programme to minimise equipment downtime.
• Respond to emergencies such as fire alarms, leaks or power outages and coordinate with the front desk and management.
• Foster a positive, cooperative and professional work environment with other team members.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical work

Plumbing

Carpentry

Mechanical repairs

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Trade certification preferred

Tools

Maintenance tools

Meters and safety equipment

Job description

We are hiring a dependable and experiencedHotel Maintenance Engineerto join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will ensure the property is maintained to the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and functionality. You will handle preventive maintenance, repairs, and general upkeep ofguest rooms, public areas, meeting spaces, and restaurant facilities.

This role is perfect for someone skilled inelectrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general building maintenance— with a passion for delivering an excellent guest experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections and preventive maintenance across the property, including guest rooms, public areas, and equipment rooms.
• Respond quickly and efficiently to maintenance requests from staff and guests, ensuring prompt issue resolution.
• Troubleshoot and repair minor electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical problems.
• Assist with general carpentry, painting and property upkeep as needed.
• Maintain all tools and equipment in safe working order and report any major repairs to the Chief Engineer or Director of Engineering.
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards and follow hotel maintenance policies and procedures.
• Keep maintenance areas clean, organised and stocked with necessary supplies.
• Participate in the hotel’s preventive maintenance programme to minimise equipment downtime.
• Respond to emergencies such as fire alarms, leaks or power outages and coordinate with the front desk and management.
• Foster a positive, cooperative and professional work environment with other team members.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalentrequired; technical school or trade certification preferred.
• 1–3 years of experiencein hotel maintenance, facilities maintenance or building engineering preferred.
• Working knowledge ofHVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, carpentry and mechanical repairs.
• Trade licence or certification (HVAC, Electrical or Plumbing) is a plus.
• Ability to use basic maintenance tools, meters and safety equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift or move up to100 lbs occasionally,50 lbs frequently and25 lbs regularly.
• Must be able tostand, walk, bend and reachfor extended periods.
• Comfortable working in varying environments (indoor/outdoor, hot/cold conditions).
• Must be flexible to workweekends, evenings and holidaysas business needs require.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Core Competencies

• Strong communication and problem solving skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and prioritise tasks efficiently.
• Committed to safety, teamwork and providing outstanding guest service.
• Reliable, detail oriented and self-motivated.