Hotel Maintenance Engineer: Troubleshoot & Maintain Rooms

Hilton Richmond; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton Richmond is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to ensure the smooth operation of all hotel systems. You will perform routine and preventive maintenance in guest rooms, public areas, and back‑of‑house spaces, troubleshoot minor HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical issues, and respond promptly to guest and staff requests.

The role requires basic knowledge of building systems, the ability to work independently, and strong safety practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or related trades training preferred.
• Experience in hotel, resort, or commercial building maintenance preferred.
• Basic knowledge of building systems and maintenance procedures.
• Experience with hand tools and power tools a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks 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 other 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

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Independent work

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Hilton Richmond is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to ensure the smooth operation of all hotel systems. You will perform routine and preventive maintenance in guest rooms, public areas, and back‑of‑house spaces, troubleshoot minor HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical issues, and respond promptly to guest and staff requests.

The role requires basic knowledge of building systems, the ability to work independently, and strong safety practices.