Hotel Maintenance Engineer | Flexible Shifts & Growth

Hampton Inn & Suites Cincinnati Mason; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Employee Discounts on hotel stays

Opportunities for Growth

Job summary

Hampton Inn & Suites Cincinnati Mason is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to oversee constant operation and preventive maintenance of major building systems including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, life safety, IT, kitchen, laundry, and pool equipment. The role emphasizes safety, problem-solving, and hands-on leadership in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Responsibilities include inspections, records, budget management, and ensuring compliance with brand standards.

Qualifications

• Vocational schooling, military training, certification, or experience in one or more building trades (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry) required.
• Associate degree or related coursework in an engineering field is a plus.
• Hotel maintenance experience preferred.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in a comparable facility.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, including safety programs, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance, and long-range planning.
• Skilled in multiple trades such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, plumbing, roofing, and landscaping.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all building systems and the building envelope to ensure a safe environment for guests, associates, and vendors.
• Ensure compliance with company engineering standards, preventive maintenance programs, SOPs, and all applicable building, fire, and health codes.
• Demonstrate strong working knowledge of major building systems, including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, life safety, IT, kitchen, laundry, and pool equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance for guestrooms, equipment, public areas, grounds, landscaping, and the building envelope.
• Manage departmental budgets, maintain accurate accounting practices, and ensure proper inventory levels of supplies and materials.
• Maintain organized engineering records supporting PM programs, capital budgets, capital projects, life safety systems, and required inspections.
• Keep all engineering spaces clean, safe, organized, and energy-efficient.
• Conduct daily property tours to identify and address engineering, housekeeping, or operational needs.
• Serve as the property’s subject-matter expert on life safety systems and provide related training to managers.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of brand standards and engineering-related procedures.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations.
• Maintain reliable attendance and be available to work as scheduled.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Leadership

Communication

Education

Vocational schooling / certification in building trades

Associate degree in an engineering field

Tools

Budget forecasting software

PM software / SOP compliance

Job description

Hampton Inn & Suites Cincinnati Mason is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to oversee constant operation and preventive maintenance of major building systems including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, life safety, IT, kitchen, laundry, and pool equipment. The role emphasizes safety, problem-solving, and hands-on leadership in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Responsibilities include inspections, records, budget management, and ensuring compliance with brand standards.